Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
One of Paris' largest collections of natural wines is stocked at this wondrous wine shop. Its famous bistro is located by Canal St-Martin, and its…
Must-see shopping in Europe
Vesterbro & Frederiksberg
Originating from Latin Quarter and now based in Nørrebro, Samsøe & Samsøe is well-known for its contemporary threads for guys and girls. This is a label…
Nottingham
Opened as an extension of its own publishing imprint in 2013, this splendid independent bookshop is hidden down a passageway off Low Row. In addition to…
Paris
Tucked inside Galerie Vivienne since 1880, Legrand sells fine wine and all the accoutrements: corkscrews, tasting glasses, decanters etc. It also has a…
Madrid
Opened in 1905, Papelería Salazar is a priceless relic, Madrid's oldest stationery store and is now run by the fourth generation of the Salazar family. It…
The West End
The biggest and oldest toy emporium in the world, Hamleys houses six floors of fun for kids of all ages, from the basement's Star Wars and Harry Potter…
Naples
The late Livio De Simone put Capri on the catwalk, dressing Audrey Hepburn and Jackie O in his bold, colourful creations. Inspired by the island, summer…
Guernsey
This beautifully restored windmill is the original studio of local award-winning jewellery designer, Catherine Best. The jewellery is set with precious…
Northumberland Coast
Mead made on Lindisfarne by St Aidan's Winery to a traditional Roman recipe using locally drawn water and honey. Free tastings let you try its three…
Venice
This internationally recognised Venetian brand has been turning out timelessly classic clothes and coats since 1961. Named after the sandbanks that dot…
Athens
Whether you want a moss-green fedora or a nontouristy Greek fisherman's cap, this shoebox of a shop will have it, along with many other felt hats in…
Tzamia-Krystalla Art Gallery Santorini
Fira
Near the top of the steps leading down to the Old Port, this gallery specialises in Greek contemporary art, both from established artists and up-and…
Corso Magenta & Sant'Ambrogio
Pellini’s original 1947 atelier and archive is a beautiful galleried space with parquet floors, granite pillars and vintage wooden cabinets. Dotted around…
Mazovia & Podlasie
Several cuts above the typical souvenir joint, this fascinating shop is filled with artful handicrafts, foodstuffs unique to the region, local microbrews,…
Faro
Chocolates made in Odemira in the neighbouring Alentejo region are enticingly displayed in glass cabinets at this little shop. Dark, milk and white…
Santa Maria Novella
Follow the trail of knowing Florentines, past the flower-and-veg-laden bicycle parked outside, into this enticing food shop bursting with boutique cheeses…
Latin Quarter
At any one time this beer-lovers' fantasyland stocks around 500 different craft and/or international brews, along with four on tap to taste on the spot…
Venice
Turn your TV den into a grand salon at Bevilacqua, purveyor of fine soprarizzo silk-velvet brocades, damasks and tassels to Europe's grandest palaces and…
Naples
In business since 1780, Cilento is as much a slice of Neapolitan history as it is a gentlemen's atelier, run by the eighth generation of the same family…
Stingo Antica Manifattura Ceramica
Naples
For more than 300 years the Stingo family has produced the intricately decorated majolica tiles that adorn the floors of prestigious hotels, public…
Nice
Since 1947, locals have been trusting the owners of this atmospheric cave (wine celler) to find the best wines from across the Alpes-Maritimes and Var. It…
Atelier Segalin di Daniela Ghezzo
Venice
A gold chain pulled across this historic atelier doorway means Daniela is already consulting with a client, discussing rare leathers while taking foot…
Paris
One of Paris' four big department stores, the 10-storey La Samaritaine is finally emerging from its much-contested and drawn-out 15-year, €700-million…
Honfleur
A favourite of both locals and out-of-towners in the know, Gribouille is one shop you should not miss. This small store is packed to the ceiling with fine…
Valencia
More than 50 years ago, three Lladró brothers produced the first of their famed porcelain sculptures. Nowadays, their factory on the city's northern…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Allow plenty of time to browse this super-stylish boutique-gallery, with a carefully selected collection of designer fashion put together by stylist…
Oltrarno
No Florentine shopping spree is complete without a fantastical mooch around the flagship store of the city's most celebrated jewellery designer, Angela…
Medieval Centre & Red Light District
Established in 1865, this wonderfully preserved shop with original timber cabinetry produces lacquer stamps for wax seals (and sells sealing wax), brass…
Warsaw
Established in 1949, Cepelia is dedicated to promoting Polish arts and crafts, stocking its shops with woodwork, pottery, sculpture, fabrics, embroidery,…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
One of those achingly way-too-cool-for-school addresses, this concept store sizzles with gift ideas for your homme: clever board games, French wine…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Coco-ginger bites, caramels and chocolate sculptures are among the sweet treats created by this master chocolate maker from Brittany. But it's his syrupy,…
Bordeaux
Only in Bordeaux, a city known for its rampant bicycle culture, could a shop come up with such an inspired invention: clip-on umbrella stands for bikes,…
Venice
Keep your eyes peeled for Enzo Aboaf’s wonderful Ghetto gallery filled with rare original copperplate prints and etchings of the Ghetto and Venice. In…
Milan
Master hatter Giuseppe Borsalino opened the first store of what would become his empire in 1857. Still Italy's most famous headgear, the iconic rabbit…
Trastevere & Gianicolo
The fresh ricotta is a prized possession at this century-old deli, and it's usually gone by lunchtime. If you’re too late, take solace in the luscious…
Miragaia
This modern concept store is rightfully positioned in the midst of Porto’s art district, where it showcases the wares of Portuguese designers. Owners…
Centro Storico
Tailoring bespoke business shirts since 1967, this atelier and boutique is an essential stop for many regular visitors to the city. It's possible to…
La Ribera
All sorts of coffee beans, sourced seasonally from around the world, have been roasted at much-loved third-generation family-owned El Magnífico (which you…
Kraków
Small vintage gift and design shop, located inside the Museum of the People's Republic of Poland, featuring eye-catching retro ceramics and glassware of…
Western Canal Ring
On the Herengracht, this boutique is the flagship store of lingerie brand Love Stories, which was set up by Amsterdam interior designer and stylist-turned…
