De Pijp
Perfect for Sarphatipark picnic supplies, Bier Baum has fridges keeping many of its craft beers cold, and growlers that you can fill by the litre. Look…
Must-see shopping in Western Europe
Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields
Whether you're after retro maps, air plants in science-class-beaker terrariums, vintage special-occasion glassware or taxidermied birdlife, this warren of…
Derry (Londonderry)
A handful of craft shops sell Derry crystal, handwoven cloth, ceramics, jewellery and other local craft items in this renovated courtyard. One of the best…
Lille
Most of the 60-plus jewellery designers showcased by Bettina Flament at any one time are French, alongside a handful of others from across Europe. All of…
Funchal
Exquisitely renovated by architect Paul David, the man behind Calheta's Casa das Mudas, this old embroidery factory and mechanic's shop has been…
Exeter
This Aladdin's cave of retro threads has long been a magnet for Exeter's fashionistas. It proudly proclaims stock spanning 100 years (1880s to 1980s):…
Notting Hill & West London
Running since 1914, this fruit-and-veg market stretches underneath the Hammersmith & City and Circle Lines between Goldhawk Rd and Shepherd’s Bush Tube…
Dijon
The sweet-toothed will lose all self-control at this Dijon institution dating to 1796. Housed in a suitably gingerbready half-timbered building, it's…
Luxembourg City
Of the 3000 wines lining the shelves of this city-centre shop, over 200 varieties (including sparkling crémants) are from Luxembourg – the largest…
Galway City
Established in 1750, this is Ireland’s oldest jewellery shop, with vintage examples of Claddagh rings, featuring two hands holding a heart topped by a…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
With Paris' penchant for specialist cake shops, it was only a matter of time before a patisserie honouring the timeless, lighter-than-air, sugar-loaded…
Notting Hill & West London
A glorious selection makes this funky Portobello Rd stop – its name a play on Bowie's synth-led classic from 1977 album Low – a paradise for hunters of…
Kensington & Hyde Park
Dating to 1873, Church's is a byword for elegant craftsmanship, manufacturing shoes that ooze quality and may even last you a lifetime (if pampered). The…
Glasgow
With very friendly staff and a range of saucy items that you might not want your mother to see, this is a favourite with the gay community – it's in Pink…
Medieval Centre & Red Light District
The aptly named Game Over specialises in salvaged and repaired retro computer games (Donkey Kong, Pitfall, Frogger, Sonic the Hedgehog, Tetris and…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Hand-woven and hand-printed fabrics from India are the speciality of Jamini (Hindu for the vibrant purple of lotus flowers). The creation of Assam-born…
Paris
Paris’ most famous caterer sells the most incredibly mouthwatering delicacies, from pâté de foie gras and truffles to confitures (jams), as well as a…
Paris
Founded in 1850, this fantastic wine shop, with bottles stacked in every conceivable nook and cranny, should be your first choice if you trust the taste…
The Beiras
Just inside Portas d'El Rei, this richly-stocked deli is a treasure trove of regional bounty: smoked meats and local cheeses, preserves, olive oils,…
De Pijp
Fantastically old-school, Record Mania stocks vinyl (singles and LPs) and CDs, including rare recordings by artists including Johnny Cash, JJ Kale, Eric…
Notting Hill & West London
Offers a large range of original, fine and historic Ukiyo-e ('pictures of the floating world') woodblock Japanese prints. Prices range from under £100 to…
Bayonne
This is the address to buy Bayonne's celebrated jambon – traditionally served wafer thin, and claimed by locals to be every bit as good as pata negra or…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Established by former theatre and opera costume designers Isabelle Puech and Benoît Jamin, who trained together in Paris, this design house creates…
Amsterdam
The Eastern Islands are particularly style conscious, and the go-to shop for local residents, as well as stylish Amsterdammers from all over, is this…
County Wicklow
Watch jeweller Kieran Cunningham handcrafts bracelets, brooches, earrings, necklaces, rings, tiaras, torcs (solid necklaces) and pins here at his gallery…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Famed for his exquisite macarons in a rainbow of colours and riot of flavours (such as salted butter caramel and apple; carrot, orange and cinnamon, and…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
This irresistible bonbon (sweet) boutique is filled with old-fashioned toffees and caramels, fudge, liquorice, Eiffel Tower sugar cubes, designer…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Rare Japanese jazz, Nigerian funk, Kenyan rock, Ivory Coast reggae, West African folk and some truly obscure film soundtracks are among the diverse genres…
Limerick City
Pick from organic produce and artisan foods including local fruits and vegetables, preserves, baked goods and farmhouse cheeses, browse the flower and…
The West End
Opened by Thomas Twining in 1706 and recently refurbished, the 'golden lion' tea shop is the oldest company in the capital still trading on the same site…
County Cork
Wolfe Tone Sq takes on a heady mix of aromas for the weekly farmers market. Fresh fruit, organic veg, bread, cheese, charcuterie and other local produce…
Belfast
This city-centre showroom sells a range of stylish, contemporary, handmade jewellery in silver, gold and platinum, from the Steensons workshop in Glenarm,…
Honfleur
Foodies should stop by this small shop that sells salt seasoned in a whole variety of different aromatic varieties, including cumin, hot pepper, calvados,…
York
Yorkshire cheeses, Whitby fish and local meat make good fodder for self-caterers at this anything-goes market behind the Shambles, which also touts arts,…
The West End
Prowler’s flagship Soho store is a gay shopping mecca selling books, magazines, clothes and ‘lifestyle accessories’ (with or without batteries). There’s…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Fermob is famed for manufacturing iconic French garden furniture, including the Jardin du Luxembourg's signature sage-green chairs, actually available in…
Wales
Take the taste of Wales home with you from this small, family-run deli in the middle of the town. There are some 40 cheeses, Welsh meats and cured…
Namur
Going strong for more than 30 years, this tiny foodie emporium is packed with regional and international delicacies. You'll find rare beers, high-quality…
Amsterdam
Chocolate bonbons are piled up in pyramids that are works of art here, full of rich and distinctive flavours such as tamarind, lemongrass, sour cherry and…
Oxford
Booklovers beware! This enticing little Jericho shop can easily swallow an hour of your time. Specialising in remainders and discounted stocks, largely…
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