Limnos
It's the kind of liquor shop you might have seen in pirate movies, with well-aged bottles covered in dust and spiderwebs, and an idiosyncratic bearded…
Must-see shopping in Mediterranean Europe
Istanbul
Raw cotton and silk peştemals (bath wraps) share shelf space here with traditional Turkish dowry vests and engagement dresses. If these don't take your…
Beyoğlu
The felting, lacework, embroidery, all-natural soaps and soft toys in this lovely shop are made by economically disadvantaged women in Turkey's rural…
Cosenza
Peruse this interesting store in Cosenza's old town for superb woollen clothing, textiles and homewares from the Lanificio Leo workshop in the southern…
Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas & Costa Adeje
Right on the seafront, this shop standing all by itself sells an eye-catching range of high-quality and diverse arts and crafts created by people with…
Corfu
A fantastical frog-green box of a shop selling homemade jewellery, plus flying ceramic witches, witches' cats and anything else of a sorcery nature. Ideal…
Salamanca
Born in 1846 in Madrid, Loewe is arguably Spain’s signature line in high-end fashion. Classy handbags and accessories are the mainstays and prices can be…
Trastevere & Gianicolo
Polvere di Tempo, or Dust of Time, is an intriguing place to browse and pick up gifts. Take your pick from lovingly crafted hourglasses, globes and pill…
Centro Storico
In his small, cluttered workshop, master craftsman Aldo Fefè patiently binds books and produces beautifully hand-painted notebooks, boxes, picture frames…
Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale
Making leather gloves since 1894, this traditional Roman business retains its walls of original glove drawers, which are filled with examples made from…
Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo
Featuring quality fabrics and and a chic 1970s-influenced aesthetic, the clothing designed by Betty Piccirilli and David Anav is a hit with Roman women of…
Madrid
Around since the early 20th century, Guantes Luque is all about handmade gloves and they're as much for fashionistas as for the señoras of the barrio…
Barcelona
Opened in 1927, Galvany is one of the city's most beautiful markets, with a brick facade and glass- and cast-iron interior. Over 80 stalls sell an…
Umbria
You can't miss the extravagant display of wild boars outside the entrance to this classic gourmet deli, one of the best places in town to stock up on…
Bursa
This fun place is great for antiques and Karagöz shadow puppets, and to watch an impromptu puppet performance. Ask puppeteer Şinasi Çelikkol about the…
La Laguna
Look for the blue-on-blue exterior of this fabulous vintage shop. Dicky Morgan's edgy take on fashion, furniture and art is coupled with a big-city…
Cantina Sociale della Vernaccia
Oristano
Oristano is famous for its fortified Vernaccia wine, and this cantina about 3km north of the city centre is the place to buy it. Most of Oristano’s local…
La Latina & Lavapiés
An institution on a Sunday stroll in El Rastro, this tiny shop serves up pickled olives in plastic cups and in all manner of varieties, as well as…
Madrid
One of Spain's finest purveyors of turrón (nougat) has finally set up shop in Madrid. One of a number of outlets across town, this central option…
Taormina
Made in Sicily and not sold anywhere off the island, the colourful earrings, bracelets and pendants of the Isola Bella jewellery line are reason enough to…
Naples
One of several city branches of this nationwide bookstore chain. You'll find a modest selection of English-language books and no shortage of Naples…
Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas & Costa Adeje
Part of an Tenerife-wide chain where quality control is very much in evidence, Artenerife carries a superb range of quality handicrafts originating in the…
San Giovanni & Testaccio
A hot find for footwear fiends, Etel stocks a carefully curated collection of fashionable women's shoes by mainly Italian labels. Designs range from…
Nişantaşi, Bomonti & Harbiye
İstanbul's most glamorous department store stocks European designer labels aplenty, as well as stylish homewares in the Bostan Sokak annexe. The Beymen…
Southern Tuscany
Located close to La Piccola Gerusalemme, Maria Laura Ferranti's atelier is a showcase of her lovely hand-woven creations, which include table runners,…
Cagliari
Local designer Alice Tolu displays her vintage-inspired fashions at her chic boutique on trendy Via Sulis. Alongside her seasonal creations, you'll find a…
Athens
Contemporary ceramics and a few other modern Greek craft products are stocked in this sister shop to the Koukaki branch. There were plans in the works to…
Office des Émissions de Timbres-Poste
Monaco
Collectors – and anyone else smitten with the quirky allure of stamps issued in the world's second-smallest country – should stop in at this official…
Barcelona
Designed in 1889 by Pere Falqués and originally a livestock market (though now sensitively remodelled), Poblenou's fresh-produce market bursts with…
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Head to this government-sponsored, nonprofit store for handicrafts and modern designs, including exquisite hand-painted silk scarves, woven shawls and…
Siena
A stuffed boar's head sits above de Miccoli's entrance, fine aromas waft from the doorway, and the windows are festooned with sausages, stacks of cheese…
Chios
Drop by this gem of a shop in Mesta to taste homemade sweet wine and tsipouro or stock up on spoon sweet preserves made from citrus types you've likely…
Barcelona
Cutting-edge Barcelona women's labels at this pink-patterned boutique mean asymmetrical tops, jackets and dresses, bold prints and delicate lace. Men will…
Centro Storico
Located in the same building the company was founded in, Tebro has been keeping Rome's well heeled in household linens and luxurious nightwear since 1867…
Granada
The workshop of master guitar-maker Daniel Gil de Avalle is a paradise for aficionados, with a range of exquisite handmade flamenco and classical guitars,…
Merano (Meran)
A stylish but very serious wine shop, a few minutes' walk from Merano's centre. It's a great place to discover a number of the region's best producers in…
Barcelona
This tiny shop looks like an old apothecary, with pretty glass bottles of extraordinary fragrances (for men and women) made in-house, beautifully packaged…
Agios Nikolaos
This gem of a shop sells eye-catching necklaces, bracelets and rings, and masks and marionettes derived from ancient Greek theatre, along with some good…
Eastern Sardinia
As you cross through the spellbinding high country between Dorgali and Baunei, watch for the turnoff to Formaggi Gruthas, where you can stop to buy farm…
La Rambla & Barri Gòtic
Need a Lionel Messi football jersey, a blue-and-burgundy ball, or any other football paraphernalia honouring what many locals consider the greatest team…
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