Officina Profumo Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella
Centro Storico
This branch of one of Italy’s oldest pharmacies stocks natural perfumes and cosmetics, herbal infusions, teas and potpourri, all shelved in wooden, glass…
Must-see shopping in Mediterranean Europe
Madrid
José Ramírez is one of Spain’s best guitar-makers and his guitars have been strummed by a host of flamenco greats and international musicians (including…
Modica
Cheesemonger Giorgio Cannata peddles a mouthwatering range of formaggi (cheeses), including harder-to-find Sicilian varieties. If you're lucky you might…
Positano
This shop is one of the reasons local women always look so effortlessly chic. It's one of just a handful of boutiques where the clothes are designed and…
Ibiza
Ibiza's original hippy market gets cracking on Wednesdays (in season), with live music and drumming, artisan stalls flogging gorgeous Ibiza-made crafts,…
Venice
A rainbow array of clothing and accessories from cute and quirky European designers can be found here. Items range from workday staples to floatier or…
Milan
Said to be the biggest farmer's market in Lombardy, it's also proudly dedicated to 0km produce, which means all goods come from local suppliers in Italy's…
Naples
Each fortnight, Villa Comunale plays host to this roving food market, its 20-odd stalls peddling a mouthwatering array of regional delicacies. Stock up on…
North & Interior Ibiza
It's all about gourmet olive oil at this gorgeous deli-temple, 6km south of Sant Llorenç – the house brand is organic, extra virgin and made in Ibiza. Ses…
Kadıköy
Creative jewellery, colourful ceramics, contemporary tea glasses, olive-wood coasters and bold-patterned textiles are among the ‘ideas inspired by nature’…
Turin
Elena Boggio, who owns the Via Stampatori B&B upstairs, has a passion for natural perfumes. She grows many of the botanical elements that go into her…
Venice
High fashion meets acqua alta (high water) in Marisa Convento's aquatic accessories. La Fenice divas demand her freshwater-pearl-encrusted velvet handbags…
Rethymno
John Spantidakis works with raw leather – not pre-dyed or pre-cut – to create handmade bags, belts and wallets that will make you crave leatherware like…
Siena
You'll be assailed by the most wonderful smell when entering this pasticceria (pastry shop) next to the medieval Arco delle Due Porte. Established in 1944…
Puerto de la Cruz
You'll find the most comprehensive selection of quality crafts in town here. It's not cheap but there's no souvenir tat; expect to discover classy locally…
Rethymno
Many of the wooden ware you find in Greece has been imported from Tunisia. But Niko Siragas creates his own here using woodturning techniques dating back…
La Rambla & Barri Gòtic
This family-owned stall hidden away in the chaotic Mercat de la Boqueria sells some of the best pernil (cured Spanish-style ham; jamón in Castilian) and…
L'Eixample
Even if interior design doesn’t ring your bell, it's worth a visit to this century-old world of furniture, lamps and just about any home accessory…
Murano, Burano & the Northern Islands
This striking space dedicated to the work of the pioneering Sent sisters is as sleek as their jewellery: white walls and huge picture windows flood the…
Catania
Tabaré sells the wares of five Catanian artisans. Marisa Casaburi creates whimsical models and sculptures in papier maché, Carla Marletta turns…
Lanzarote
Bizarrely for an island bereft of rivers or lakes, you'll spot delicate, delicious smoked salmon on menus everywhere. Back in the 1970s, a German couple…
Northwestern Tuscany
Across from the old city gate, sacks of beans, chickpeas, walnuts and porcini sit outside this grocer's shop – the chestnut beer, beer made from locally…
Palermo
This quirky gallery-store stocks idiosyncratic works created by numerous local artists and artisans. You'll find photographic images of Palermo…
Şekerci Aytekin Erol Caferzade
Istanbul
One of the major draws in Üsküdar's bustling Balıkçılar Çarşısı (Fish Market), this sweets shop has been supplying locals with their regular fixes of…
Cooperativa de Ganaderos Central Quesera
El Hierro
Farmers from all over the island deliver milk to this cooperative, 2km north of Isora, where delicious herreño cheese is produced. Pop in to buy varieties…
Naples
Hidden away down a Sanità side street, this vintage chocolatier has been ruining waistlines since 1890. Its selection of dark, milk and white chocolate…
Southern Tuscany
The best-known winery in the area, Morisfarms has a hugely atmospheric 15th-century cantina (wine cellar) in town where you can purchase wines, including…
Fira
Just north of the Orthodox Cathedral, Santorini's first art gallery (and a former flour mill) was founded in 1980 by local painter Christophoros Asimis…
Palermo
Wear a little Sicilian slang with one of the T-shirts, sweat tops, hats or bags sold at this cool little shop. All bear captions in local dialect, from…
L'Eixample
In thematic harmony with its location, inside the Modernista Casa Amatller, this is more than just any old jewellery store. The team from Bagués-Masriera…
Manarola
A small shop that stocks handy essentials for outdoor adventures, including hiking and trail-running shoes, high-performance T-shirts, hats, sunglasses,…
North & Interior Ibiza
Its name inspired by the sustainable international community of Auroville in southern India, this boutique is all about the vibrant, hippy-chic creations…
Pasajes Librería Internacional
Madrid
One of the best bookshops in Madrid, Pasajes has an extensive English section (downstairs at the back), which includes high-quality fiction (if it’s a new…
Palermo
InsimuLab is home to jewellery designers Valeria and Simona and ceramicists Giulia and Davide. The former make highly creative, geometric rings, earrings,…
Istanbul
Many people think that this historic shop, which has been operated by members of the same family for over 200 years, is the top place in the city to buy…
Rethymno Province
Much of George and Marinki’s pottery is created using Minoan techniques and designs and is fired in wood, resulting in a brown finish. (The red finish is…
Syracuse
Ornysun peddles vintage fashion and accessories, with a special focus on the 1950s to 1990s. Step back in time for anything from handmade blouses and cat…
Friuli Venezia Giulia
Working with ancient Roman and Middle Eastern techniques, local ceramic artist Stefania Zurchi creates sculptures, reliefs and beautifully decorated…
Sorrento
If money isn't an issue, pop into unisex Autori Capresi for a serious costiera (coastal) makeover. Handmade by Campanian tailors, its casually chic linen…
Edirne
Edirne's residents are particularly partial to sweet treats, as is evident by the huge number of șekerlemes (sweet shops) scattered through the city…
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