Dubai Retail has said the The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai’s first and only outdoor retail avenue by the sea, will soon have 350 retailers.

The 1.7 km-long shopping promenade currently hosts nearly 170 retailers.

European fashion giant Zadig et Voltaire, Saks Fifth Avenue and Aiyanna of London are some of the top range brands that have opened for business at the beachfront development.

In addition, several food and beverage stores such as Ruby Tuesday’s, one of America’s leading casual dining brands, have marked their entry into the region for the first time.

Other eateries that have opened shop at JBR’s unique retail component include Chilis, Coco’s, Da Shi Dai, Fashion Lounge, and Zaatar w Zeit.

Haiyan Mujarkech, CEO of Dubai Retail, said: ’We regard the commencement of business at The Walk as a significant milestone as it is the first of a series of initiatives from Dubai Retail.

’This takes us a good step forward in our objective of creating distinctive destinations for Dubai’s community that reflect rich overtones of an all-encompassing lifestyle.

’Dubai Retail’s ambitious developments will offer pioneering retail concepts while consolidating the emirate’s premier position as a trading hub.

’Combining market knowledge with industry expertise, Dubai Retail aims to grow as the leading provider of retail solutions in the region and abroad.’

In its endeavour to provide tenants with enhanced and authentic experiences, Dubai Retail will host a Ramadan Tent at The Walk in September 2008. - TradeArabia News Service