Turin
Two pretty rooms are packed with beautiful women's clothes, accessories and a select number of perfumes and homewares. There are locally made items as…
Must-see shopping in Northwestern Italy
Genoa
A clever collection of international labels along the conceptual spectrum, with both glamorous and beachy summer options. The shoes are especially…
Valle d'Aosta
Cogne is known for its lace-making; you can buy the local fabrics at this charming craft and antique shop. You'll also find warm mountain clothing,…
Genoa
An intriguing historic chocolate shop (established 1780) that specialises in candied flowers and floral waters: it really does feel as if nothing has…
Monterosso
In business since 1982, this tiny shop sells the works of a local group of artists working in terracotta, porcelain and stoneware. The high-quality one-of…
La Spezia
Held in a covered (but open-sided) square in the centre of town, this market is a lively place to browse for fresh fruits, vegetables, cheeses, olives and…
Riomaggiore
You'll find a wide range of quality local products at this enticing shop near the top of Via Colombo. This is the place for Genovese pesto, extra virgin…
Turin
Giorgio Maffei was one of the world's most dedicated collectors of books by 20th-century visual and literary avant-garde artists, including futurist,…
Monterosso
A small but handy shop for picking up provisions, this chain has all the essentials for a gourmet picnic. You'll find cheeses, cured meats, wines, craft…
Vernazza
A few steps from the train station, this food shop (part of Cinque Terre–wide grocery chain) has reasonably priced fruits and vegetables, cheeses, cured…
Ventimiglia
The honey bees of the Italian Riviera make some sublimely delicious product. This shop has a huge range of honey, including many naturally scented with…
Turin
Inside the modern Lingotto building, 8 Gallery has some 90 stores, plus a multi-screen cinema, supermarket, eclectic eateries and a post office.
Riviera di Ponente
Outlet of large olive-oil producer that sells the staples of the Ligurian kitchen: olive oil, pesto, artichoke paste and olives themselves.
Riomaggiore
One of several small grocers in Riomaggiore, the tiny Alimentari Franca has slightly better options than elsewhere. You'll find cheeses, nuts, antipasti,…
Turin
This huge vintage shop has both high-end collectable pieces and good quality everyday finds if you're willing to put in the leg work.
