Fodor's Expert Review Lulu Hypermarket Al Khuwair

The aisles of this massive supermarket and home goods store are a great place to find unique, local gifts to bring home like za'atar tea bags; sachets of wild thyme popular in the sweet tea drink called karak; boxes of sweet Omani dates; modern insulated dhallah coffee urns; and even oud-scented soaps. It is interesting to observe the local shoppers, who include large Indian families, local Omani women, and a western expat here and there. It's an experience in itself just to shop here.