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 Arty gifts |
5 Raeburn Place Edinburgh EH4 1HU United Kingdom +44 131 332 4605 |
If you're looking for an unusual gift, get down to this colorful gallery in the middle of Stockbridge. Prices are very reasonable, and you can sort yourself out with hand-made cards and attractive wrapping papers at the same time. Belly button rings and there is interesting jewelery in copper and silver. Whether it's beautiful kids slippers designed like strawberries or beetles, or a tasteful print of Edinburgh, you're bound to find something to suit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Soulful books |
52 Hamilton Place Stockbridge Edinburgh EH3 5AX United Kingdom +44 131 226 3066 |
This relaxed and pleasant bookshop has an interesting range of books, magazines and CDs. Specializing in titles relating to mental and physical well-being, you can find a huge range of self-help books and others to help invigorate your soul as well as those baggy thighs. Body & Soul also sells items relating to gay and lesbian issues. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Custom-made rods |
60a Inverleith Row Stockbridge Edinburgh EH3 5PX United Kingdom +44 131 551 1224 |
Suitably located near the Water of Leith, this shop is ready to fulfil all game angler's needs in the fishing department. Specializing in fly-tying materials and custom-built rods, they serve the public as well as traders. This is the place to come if you need special flies tied or have a dodgy rod needing a service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Popular pies, smashing sausages and choice cuts |
97-101 Broughton Street Edinburgh EH1 3RZ United Kingdom +44 131 557 0111 |
You'll find excellent produce from local farms at this friendly butchers. If you are after an authentic Scottish snack, try one of their delicious and inventive pies. A loyal clientèle flocks here to purchase some of their various sausage creations, which have unusual added fillings like cheese and apple. For a special meal, there is always a choice cut of venison or wild boar to take home. Ask one the helpful staff for advice if you're bemused by the many samples of flesh on display. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Health & beauty treatments |
29 North West Circus Place New Town Edinburgh EH3 6TP United Kingdom +44 131 225 3350 |
Health and beauty treatments are available here as well as a selection of books, crystals and other healing delights. If you fancy stepping out of the rat race, this is a great place to cleanse your mind and body. Try floating in one of their cavernous tanks for relaxation or have an aromatherapy massage to ease that stress away. This is a wonderful place to pamper yourself and to take a step back from a hectic lifestyle, or to unearth unusual presents. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Wholesale jewellery and watchmaking suppliers |
111 Broughton Street Edinburgh EH1 3RS United Kingdom +44 131 556 4791 |
Even if you're not in the trade, this little shop is still worth a visit to wonder at the dismembered bits of time all over the walls. If you need an excuse to go in, you can always buy a silver cloth and polish up your trophies when you get home. After more than 50 years in the business, this wonderful old-style shoppe and its skilled staff retain all the expertise needed to mend quartz, LED and mechanical timepieces. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Inhouse |
28 Howe Street City of Edinburgh EH3 6TG United Kingdom +44 131 225 2888 |
After ten years in the architectural trade in London, this business opened its doors in Edinburgh to widespread approval. It stocks a wide range of top quality contemporary interior goods and accessories, including cookware, textiles, lighting and furniture. Well-known designer names such as Philippe Starck are well represented here. Browse at your leisure through two attractively merchandised floors and choose between serious purchases and bits and bobs to brighten up your house. Free professional interior design service available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Retro classics and kitsch fun |
87 Broughton Street Edinburgh EH1 3RJ United Kingdom +44 131 557 4385 |
Pick up a sixties sofa, a Charles and Ray Eames swivel chair or some intriguing curios from this great little shop. Browse through the amazingly eclectic stock and have some fun. You will find collector's items and possible future antiques here. This is an excellent place to acquire something quirky and classic that will bring a little retro glamor into your home. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Winter services for skiers and boarders |
50 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4DX United Kingdom |
This business specializes in skiing and snowboarding equipment as well as clothing. If you are going out on the piste for the first time and don't fancy spending too much, give them a ring and ask about their hire service. They also sell quality gear for serious skiers and have an extensive stock of new and second-hand goods. They also service and repair skis and boards. This shop is attuned to the European ski season and as such is only open during the winter months. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Affordable art |
75-79 Cumberland Street Edinburgh EH3 6RD United Kingdom +44 131 557 1020 http://www.openeyegallery.co.uk/ |
Based in the stylish part of the New Town since the 80s, this popular, private gallery is well-known for providing a wide range of good quality, original, contemporary works catering to all budgets. There are stacks of contemporary ceramics, silver and gold jewellery, sculpture and paintings to look at, yearn for or splash-out on. Many of the beautifully crafted objects and exhibits are surprisingly affordable. Open Eye Two is located opposite the Open Eye and specialises in European and American printmaking - recent exhibitions have included the work of Warhol, Picasso, Miro and Hockney. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Delicious pastries in a bright space |
5 North West Circus Place Edinburgh EH3 6ST United Kingdom +44 131 220 0225 |
Leave your conscience firmly at the door, as this bright and airy shop is crammed full of gooey and gorgeous cakes, pastries, breads and assorted creamy, custard-filled creations that will make you put on weight just by looking at them. There is everything from the traditional to more exotic concoctions on offer here. It is beautifully laid out - a feast for the eyes as well as the belly. Try their other Edinburgh eateries, Florentine, for a further assault on the taste buds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Organic haven |
37 Broughton Street Edinburgh EH1 3JU United Kingdom +44 131 557 1911 |
If you are pining for extra vitamins and nutrients, this wonderful shop in trendy Broughton Street is the place to visit - it is bound to fulfill your organic food needs. All the food on sale here is produced without harmful chemicals and there are lots of interesting products to pick up. You can try everything healthy under the sun here, from exotic nuts and dried fruits to dairy-free chocolate. There is also an impressive selection of tasty ready-made meals and organic wine. Ask the helpful and knowledgeable staff if you have any queries or special dietary requirements. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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