Syracuse
Salvatore Davì is passionate about Sicily and all things artisanal, and his petite emporium only stocks idiosyncratic, high-quality goods with Sicilian…
Must-see shopping in Southeastern Sicily
Syracuse
Using Tuscan leather and recycled materials like bike tyres, inner tubes and old army tents, artisans Kal and Giuliana create durable, handmade leather…
Syracuse
In her island workshop, French artist Hélène Moreau channels her love of Sicily and the Mediterranean into her work, hand-painting stunning, one-of-a-kind…
Ragusa
Located in an up-and-coming pocket of the modern city, concept store 'The Ants' stocks products designed and crafted by artists, artisans and architects,…
Syracuse
The theme is marine at Fish House Art, a quirky gallery and shop swimming with whimsical, beautifully crafted objects inspired by the sea. It's a showcase…
Modica
Cheesemonger Giorgio Cannata peddles a mouthwatering range of formaggi (cheeses), including harder-to-find Sicilian varieties. If you're lucky you might…
Syracuse
Ornysun peddles vintage fashion and accessories, with a special focus on the 1950s to 1990s. Step back in time for anything from handmade blouses and cat…
Syracuse
Fans of contemporary, one-of-kind jewellery will adore Shop 12, run by a young Frenchman who spends his time between Syracuse and Paris. From Medusa…
Syracuse
The hand-painted ceramics of Dutch-born, Ortygia-based artist Caroline van Riet burst with childlike joy. Cheerful, storybook-like creatures, sunny island…
Modica
Sicily's oldest chocolate factory is the perfect place to taste Modica's famous chocolate. Flavoured with cinnamon, vanilla, orange peel and even hot…
Syracuse
Near the harbour is Syracuse’s produce market, a sea of red-canopied stalls bursting with fresh mussels, oysters, octopus and shellfish. You'll also find…
Syracuse
A gorgeous little boutique that sells designer clothes, shoes and accessories for little style icons in training. Go gaga over super-cute jumpsuits,…
Terracotta Ceramiche di Caltagirone
Syracuse
This is where the cognoscenti (including Dolce & Gabbana) head for beautiful ceramics from Caltagirone, a central Sicilian town famed for its ceramic…
Modica
Modica's much-loved flea market is one of the best in the region. Held on the last Sunday of the month, its rows of stalls peddle everything from vintage…
Syracuse
The flamboyant jewellery of Messina-born Massimo Izzo is not for wallflowers. Bursting with life and whimsy, his creations are bold and idiosyncratic,…
Syracuse
Papyrus paper is the reason to come to this Ortygia gallery near Fontana Aretusa. Peruse a range of papery products, including greeting cards and…
