León
One of the better delicatessens around town, selling much-praised cured meats (including cecina, one that's typical of the region), cheeses and, unusually…
Must-see shopping in Mediterranean Europe
Mercat d’Artesania de Sant Joan
North & Interior Ibiza
Every Sunday, Sant Joan hosts one of the most authentic farmers' markets in Ibiza, with stalls selling organic local produce alongside traditional crafts…
El Raval
Built into what was originally a chapel, La Central stocks an impressive range of titles in various languages (including Barcelona guides) and a smart…
Valencia
Madame Bugalú and her killer poodle, to give it its full name. Stylish and fairly pricey by Spanish standards, it offers women's clothing, bags, earrings…
Cagliari
One of Cagliari's best-stocked bottle shops, Enoteca Biondi sells wine and beer from all over the world, as well as a selection of Italian gourmet…
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
The owner of this fascinating shop, Kyriaki, is an artist – and it shows in the quirky and quality crafts, textiles and artwork on sale here, including…
Murano, Burano & the Northern Islands
Shuffle past the typical Murano kitsch (glass pandas, parrots in trees etc) and you'll find one of the best ranges of classic stemware on the island. If…
Alghero
Antonio Marras is Alghero’s most famous fashion designer – he has worked as artistic director for Kenzo and is the stylist behind the I'm Isola Marras…
Pafos
Recently renovated, this market lies at the centre of Ktima's pedestrian zone. As well as colourful fruit and veg, the market houses a large number of…
Alghero
This light-filled boutique on the centre's main shopping drag carries the women's line of ready-to-wear Florentine label Tensione In. Styles change…
Venice
Instead of a souvenir T-shirt, how about taking home a memento of Venetian history: an ancient map of the canal, an etching of Venetian dandies daintily…
Milan
This city-wide chain of inventive toy stores has been mini Milanese for decades. Given that this is a design city there's a heavy emphasis on Bauhaus…
Castilla-La Mancha
A great place to browse for gourmet gift ideas, La Aldaba stocks handsomely packaged tins of olive oils, local wines, cheeses and sweets, as well as the…
Toledo
Just north of the cathedral, this fabulous food shop (here since 1920) sells marzipan, cured meats, wines, cheeses, olive oils and all manner of local…
Sóller
Fet a Sóller is an altogether different culinary experience. Mallorcan products, primarily from Sóller, line the shelves: olive oils, wines, almonds, jams…
Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo
Wilma Silvestre, founder of local label Le Gallinelle, designs elegant clothes with a difference. You can browse her chic, laid-back styles and buy off…
Troödos Mountains
Some of the tastiest Cypriot meat products, including lountza, hiromeri (traditional smoked ham), loukanika and pastourmas (spicy smoked beef), are made…
Laboratorio Artigiano Maria Teresa Tangianu
Alghero
A bastion of authenticity amid the tourist shops in the centro storico, this place sells genuine handcrafted leatherware. Items range from sober satchels…
Centro Storico
Eyewear becomes art at this modish boutique on Via del Pellegrino. Known for its avant-garde window displays, often styled by contemporary artists,…
Bilbao
All creaking wood and leather-bound volumes, this charming antique book shop is one for browsing as much as buying. Most of the books are in Spanish, but…
Istanbul
Owner Haluk Botasun has been handcrafting 24-carat gold jewellery in his tiny İç Bedesten store for decades, producing attractive pieces in Byzantine and…
L'Eixample
In business since 1928, Barcelona-born Regia stocks Spanish and international fragrance and beauty brands, along with Diptyque candles. It also has its…
Barcelona
This sprawling three-storey shop at Camp Nou has footballs, shirts, scarves, socks, wallets, bags, footwear – pretty much anything you can think of – all…
Milan
Gallo may spice up its seasonal collections but it’s the perennial striped knee socks in silk, cotton, wool and cashmere that locals love for adding…
Puerto de la Cruz
Look for a tiny former fisherman’s cottage painted brilliant turquoise; it's now the happy home to this crafts shop specialising in innovative local…
Beyoğlu
Turks of every age adore the colognes and beauty products produced by this local company, which was established in 1923. Its doğal zeytınyağlı (natural…
Genoa
A historic but fabulously down-to-earth produce market with great local, seasonal vendors. In 2019, a new food court opened, bringing high-end street food…
Ibiza Town
Focused on perfumes infused with summery island scents (such as mandarin, jasmine or almond blossom), Campos de Ibiza is a fab little spot for picking up…
L'Eixample
Enter a travel wonderland at this extensive bookshop, founded in 1979, which has enough guidebooks, maps, travel literature and other works to induce a…
Barcelona
Within the turquoise-tiled former home of an old 20th-century neighbourhood shop, this inviting book specialist stocks Catalan and Spanish titles, along…
Beyoğlu
Those keen to supplement their CD or vinyl collections with some Turkish music should head to this large shop in Cihangir, where knowledgable English…
Mercato Campagna Amica al Circo Massimo
Ancient Rome
This weekly farmers market provides a showcase for regional producers from Lazio and central Italy. Stalls sell all manner of edible fare, including…
Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale
This elegant stained-glass arcade appeared in Alberto Sordi’s 1973 classic film, Polvere di stelle (Stardust), and has since been renamed in his honour…
Rethymno Province
This gallery is an explosion of colour. Brightly glazed bowls, plates, light fixtures, raki cups and other small (and not so small) keepsakes line the…
Dodecanese
Byzantine icon artist and Che Guevara lookalike, Andreas Kalatzis lives and works in a 1740s traditional home just northeast of the St John monastery…
Taormina
Local artist Marco Monforte runs this shop specialising in colourful Sicilian tiles featuring hand-painted scenes. Made-to-order ceramics are available,…
Naples
Tramontano has a solid rep for its exquisitely crafted, handmade Neapolitan leather goods. Fawn over elegant women's handbags, clutches and totes, as well…
Barcelona
Going strong since the 1970s, Surco is an obligatory stop for music lovers, especially fans of vinyl. You'll find loads of new and used records and CDs…
Barcelona
Founded in 1995, Ukka makes its bohemian-inspired women's fashion and accessories (including scarves, hats and eye-catching jewellery) at its Barcelona…
Kyrenia (Girne)
Inside the restored Lusignan-era Round Tower, this small art-and-crafts shop has a range of interesting souvenirs, including books, local art, old…
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