First look around new Aberdeen Waitrose food hall

It's the first time Waitrose products have been sold in the city.

By Kelly Wilson

June 9 2023, 2:09 pm

June 9 2023, 2:09 pm

Staff at the new Waitrose food hall. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Supermarket giant Waitrose officially opened its first food hall in Aberdeen today.

The partnership between Dobbies, on the city’s Lang Stracht, and the luxury chain means around 2,000 products are now available across the store.

Customers will find a large range of chilled, frozen and store cupboard essentials from Waitrose, as well as free-from and vegan items, plus wines and spirits.

As part of the launch, shoppers are being given the chance to win their shopping until June 15.

Five shoppers will be selected at random by cashiers to get their shopping for free.

A limited number of £5 off £25 vouchers will be available too.

A look around the food hall

Shelves fully stocked at the new Waitrose food hall in Aberdeen. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Savoury snacks are available. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

A varied selection of wines and spirits. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Baked goods are sure to prove popular. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Dobbies operations manager Yvonne Bernard proving there’s plenty on offer to fill a shopping basket. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Branded products are also available in the freezer aisle. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Store cupboard essentials such as pasta is on sale. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Staff are on hand to help with any queries. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

All shelves are fully stocked. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Staff were keen to showcase the new products. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Plenty for those with a sweet tooth. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Cake, cake and more cake for sale. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Also something for those who prefer something savoury. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

Dobbies Aberdeen operations manager, Yvonne Bernard, said: “The foodhall at our store is very popular and the team is excited about Waitrose being part of the shopping experience for customers.

“Our existing partners will continue to be part of offering, including Hotel Chocolat, Whittards and Cook, as well as our fresh bakery to-go and local butcher.

“Waitrose products will be an excellent addition.”

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