Must-see shopping in Eastern Europe

  • Roshen

    Kyiv

    On the sweet-tooth front, there is nothing more symbolic than Kyivsky tort, a nutty, layered sponge cake sold in circular cardboard cartons. Its main…

  • Entrance to the Soul of Lopud Gallery

    Soul of Lopud Gallery

    Elafiti Islands

    Tucked away in a stone shack on the Lopud waterfront, this little store features a soulful assortment largely made by its Russian-Italian owners and their…

  • Algebra bookshop front

    Algebra

    Dubrovnik

    Among Croatian literature stacked floor-to-ceiling, this bookworm’s treasure trove stocks guides, regional history books and international best-sellers in…

  • Gallery Sebastian is by the Dominican Monastery

    Sebastian Art

    Dubrovnik

    The interior of the 15th-century St Sebastian Church is the backdrop for displays of Croatian art in various forms, from sculpture to paintings and prints…

  • TsUM

    Kyiv

    Set in an impressive 1939 rationalist building in the very heart of Khreshchatyk, TsUM has undergone an extreme transformation in recent years, from…

  • Two Clara Stones spaces sit across the street from each other

    Clara Stones Jewellery

    Dubrovnik

    Split across two spaces facing each other across the lane, Clara Stones is all about appreciation of red Adriatic coral. The bold jewellery designs often…

  • The view of Judaica shop and Photo studio Placa entrances

    Judaica Gift Shop

    Dubrovnik

    Next to the synagogue, this split-level shop sells Dubrovnik-themed Judaica souvenirs in the lower part, such as kippahs, mezuzahs, cups, magnets and…

  • Christmas shop as seen from Od Puča st.

    Christmas Shop

    Dubrovnik

    If you've ever worked in retail at Christmas, spare a thought for the staff of this quirky nostalgia-ridden shop who have to endure 'All I Want For…

  • Modni Kantun entrance

    Croatian Fashion Design

    Dubrovnik

    Tightly packed with women's clothing, accessories and jewellery, this is your window to the world of established and upcoming Croatian fashion designers…

  • Dobro Store

    Kyiv

    Dobro sells 'only high-quality gifts that are made in Ukraine by awesome people'. We could never improve on that description, but will add that the…

  • Ye Bookstore

    Kyiv

    Part of a bookstore chain with an excellent selection of books, helpful staff, daily presentations and cosy atmosphere. Ye is also one of the best places…

  • Old Pharmacy sits before the gates to the Franciscan Monastery

    Franciscan Pharmacy

    Dubrovnik

    Call into the Franciscan monastery for the novelty of shopping at the third-oldest still-functioning pharmacy in Europe. It's been in business since 1317…

  • Petrivka Market

    Kyiv

    Locals call it the 'book market' but the vast array of junk you can get here isn't limited to books. It's also Kyiv's main receptacle of DVDs, CDs and…

  • House of Nature sits across from the Synagogue

    House of Nature

    Dubrovnik

    This natural cosmetics shop is likely the best smelling place in the old town. All the products here – from facial creams to body scrubs – are handmade…

  • UJE sits on Od Puca street

    Uje

    Dubrovnik

    Gourmands will have a field day with this assortment of Croatian delights, from awarded olive oils and acclaimed local wines to marmalades and sweets. The…

  • The entrance to Stjepko Art gallery & atelier

    Stjepko Art

    Dubrovnik

    Colourful canvases featuring fish and Dubrovnik scenes are the hallmarks of local artist Stjepko Mamić, as featured in this little commercial gallery and…

  • Pomalo front entrance

    Pomalo

    Dubrovnik

    A must-stop for foodies, Pomalo features a handpicked selection of Croatian delicacies, from gelato to a variety of craft beers, wines and liquors. The…

  • Bukva

    Kyiv

    This centrally located bookstore is well stocked with maps, coffee-table books and travel guides on Ukraine and beyond. You can also enjoy a cup of coffee…

  • Imbir Healthy Shop

    Kyiv

    A great health-food store where you can find plenty of raw, gluten-free and vegan products as well as natural cosmetics and creams. Much of their stock is…

  • Orange Book Center

    Sofia

    A popular bookstore chain right in the city centre, with several floors. It sells gifts, toys, music CDs and various book titles in Bulgarian, English and…

  • Dubravka 1836 Gift Shop is hard to miss just before the old town Pile Gate

    Dubravka 1836

    Dubrovnik

    Hard to miss on the square just before the Pile Gate, Dubravka sells fine Croatian souvenirs such as Art Go’den leather accessories, Croata scarves and…

  • Gulliver

    Kyiv

    A big shopping mall set in one of Kyiv's skyscrapers with a nice selection of fashion brands combined with a cinema, large grocery store, bowling alleys…

  • Tilda Dubrovnik entrance is easily spotted in Zlatarska street

    Tilda Dubrovnik

    Dubrovnik

    From handmade hats and original jewellery to clothing and accessories with embroidered details, this longstanding mother-daughter venture shows a love for…

  • Gundulić square market in the fall

    Grad Market

    Dubrovnik

    Stallholders sell mainly produce, local artisanal products and crafts at this open-air market. In summer traditional craft sellers stick around until late…

  • The front of Dubrovnik Treasures shop

    Dubrovnik Treasures

    Dubrovnik

    An Aussie-born, Croatian-bred, locally based brother-and-sister team is behind this treasure trove of very cool, well-crafted, handmade, contemporary…

  • Peter Dinklage Statue and the Throne at Dubrovnik City Shop

    Dubrovnik City Shop

    Dubrovnik

    Call in for your essential Game of Thrones merchandise – or just to pose on the Iron Throne and get a selfie with the Peter Dinklage statue.

  • Entrance to Vina Miličić wine shop

    Vina Miličić

    Dubrovnik

    A good representation of local varieties produced by the Miličić winery sits bottle-to-bottle with champagne, sparkling wines and top-shelf liquor.

  • Greenwich Book Center

    Sofia

    Offers a selection of foreign-language souvenir books about Bulgaria, as well as guidebooks, maps and music CDs. There's a cafe on the top floor.

  • Romana Milutin Fabris atelier

    Romana Atelier

    Dubrovnik

    A showcase for the colourful Dubrovnik-themed canvases (and painting-inspired souvenirs) of local artist Romana Milutin.

  • Two Talir spaces sit across from one another

    Talir

    Dubrovnik

    Original artworks by established local artists are presented in two spaces sitting across the street from one another.

  • View of Gruž market from across the street

    Gruž Market

    Dubrovnik

    Dubrovnik's main outdoor produce market sells fruit and vegetables, meat, fish, flowers and potted plants.

  • Grga Čvarak

    Zagreb

    Food connoisseurs won’t regret tracking down this leading speciality food shop in the Jarun neighbourhood, with the best choice of exclusive artisan…

  • New Market

    Tirana

    Come here to witness Tirana's ebullient street life. Every day from dawn, traders come here to hawk fruit, vegetables, meat and fish, and whether you're…

  • Damianitza

    Pirin Mountains

    Leading Melnik wine producer Damianitza has a shop poised on the main road, shortly after you enter Melnik village. Tastings are free, though they are…

  • Sarajevo City Center

    Sarajevo

    It's hard not to notice this large 2014 mall designed like a partly crumpled sheet of blue paper, with ceilings like white honeycomb. The interior isn't…

  • Pijaca Markale

    Sarajevo

    This huddle of vegetable stalls is unassuming but it's historically important: in 1994 and again in 1995 it suffered infamous Bosnian Serb mortar attacks,…

  • Atelje Galerija Budo

    Sarajevo

    Ever wanted to have a photo or logo rendered into embossed copper? Probably not, but that is a service that Budo Kulauzović can perform for you with a…

  • Shos Tsikave

    Lviv

    This tiny emporium is the antidote to Ukraine’s souvenir industry and offers one-of-a-kind handmade crafts, some produced by disabled children. It’s…

  • Gligora Wine & Cheese

    Dubrovnik

    Foodies are likely to have heard of the famous cheese from Pag island. This outlet of Gligora cheesemakers is packed with their award-winning sheep and…

  • Market

    Ulcinj

    In the covered 'green' market, women in headscarves sell fresh fruit and vegetables, in competition with the large supermarket next door. On the other…

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