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 Handicrafts from North Africa |
Redondilla, 8 Madrid, Madrid 28005 Spain +34 91 354 0176 |
You can find out about the fascinating cultures existing just across the Mediterranean in North Africa as well as get information on tribal life and Islamic customs in general in this place. It acts as an information centre and an exhibition space as well as selling books, maps and travel guides about the region. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 With the best skin |
Calle de Ferraz 79 Madrid 28008 Spain +34 91 5436168 |
For four generations in Salamanca and Madrid, this family has been dedicating itself to making country boots. The business was recently extended and now, in addition to boots, all type of articles related to equestrian and hunting, like breeches, gloves, belts, cartridge belts and covers are also made. In Addition, articles of grooming and medicines for horses are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Postcards from around Spain |
Libertad, 37 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 532 7037 http://personal.telefonica.ter... casapostal@telefonica.net |
This shop stocks some 500000 different postcards, some 25000 of them featuring Madrid alone, all dating from before 1940. The owner, Martin Carrasco, is a true collector and he has created and published a complete catalogue that's on sale here too. He also has a collection of German and English postcards dating from the 19th century on sale as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Old store for useful accessories |
Puerta del Sol, 12 Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 522 6643 http://www.casadediego.net/ casadediego@casadediego.net |
Supplied by its own factory, this store sells a selection of the highest quality umbrellas, parasols, fans, walking sticks, shawls, ornamental combs and castanets available. It has a great reputation and the wide range on offer means that there's something affordable for everyone. One of the oldest stores in Madrid - open since 1850 - it's run by undoubted experts in the trade and there's another branch on Calle Mesonero Romanos, 4. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Souvenirs galore |
Preciados, 19 Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 532 3486 |
These two stores in the same building offer a fine range of Spanish souvenirs. The first floor store sells hand-embroidered silk shawls, lace goods and a selection of castanets and ornamental combs. Upstairs, they sell the world-famous Lladró porcelain figurines in a variety of styles and sizes, all made in Valencia. You'll find pieces here that are not produced anymore so can be considered collector's items Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A new commercial concept |
Pradillo, 5 Madrid 28002 Spain +34 91 5641141 |
It is difficult to define this premises; it is a store, restaurant and art gallery all in one, the first establishment of its kind in Madrid. The store sells all sorts of designer furnishings and accessories for the home, both modern and antique; in the restaurant the likes of sushi and salads are served, and the gallery showcases the latest artistic trends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Art-inspired gifts |
Velázquez, 47 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 577 4201 http://www.museummusei.com/mus... clientes@museummusei.com |
This gift store sells a grand mix of jewellery, clothes, leather goods, books, stationery and games all inspired by famous works of art and it has branches in some of the country's finest art museums. This particular store has two stories worth of stock including art books, prints, paintings, reproductions and even a small delicatessen. You can order through the catalogue although the store offers a greater choice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Typical crafts from Toledo |
Paseo del Prado, 10 & 12 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 429 5000 / +34 91 429 6646 http://www.artetoledano.com/ info@artetoledano.com |
This store specialises in selling arts and crafts form the medieval city of Toledo, not far from Madrid. You'll find particularly fine leather goods along with ceramics, fans, T-shirts and other sorts of souvenirs. It's all attractively displayed for the tourists who visit after a tour of the nearby Prado Museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Try a Mediterranean diet |
Juan Ramón Jiménez, 37 Madrid, Madrid 28036 Spain +34 91 359 1803 |
This specialist store offers a great selection of pure Spanish virgin olive oils. Try some as part of a healthy Mediterranean diet. You'll also find a wide variety of vinegars, olives, tinned products in olive oil and cooking utensils made from olive wood. The owner of the place is a huge olive oil lover himself...a very believable fact indeed! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Native food |
Alcalde Sáinz de Baranda, 11 Madrid 28009 Spain +34 91 5738265 |
This small establishment is an authentic shop for traditional, typical food and agricultural produce of Madrid—a majority of them being from the place of origin. The shelves display vegetables to preserves, cheeses of Campo Real, beans from Montejo de la Sierra, frothy wines from Colmenar de Oreja and oil from Villarejo de Salvanés. The place takes care of the demands of the public according to the time of the year. Thus, when Christmas arrives, expect to find chulapones—a typical sweet, marzipan from Morata de Tajuña or Polvorones (cookies) of Cadalso de los Vidrios. Additionally, the decoration consists of yellow walls, white and red motives and a pretty tiled placard. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spain's finest wines |
Parque Ferial Juan Carlos I Ifema Madrid, Madrid 28067 Spain +34 91 426 0780 http://www.salondelvino.com salondelvino@salondelvino.com |
Madrid becomes the world's wine capital for a few days during this showcase event when over 100 Spanish wine-makers present their best wines to an audience of importers, exporters, restaurateurs, professional wine-tasters, journalists, and salesmen. The first two days are exclusively for professionals and then the public are allowed in on the third day to learn about, taste and buy wines from Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, and New Zealand. There are organised discussion sessions, conferences, and tastings. Professionals require proof of ID and accreditation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pure tradition, Madrid-style |
Fuencarral, 78 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 364 1682 / +34 91 531 1644 |
It claims to be the antithesis to the ubiquitous souvenir shop and it sells only traditional items relating to the city of Madrid, like books, music, rarities, religious artefacts, trinkets and stationery. Its aim is to promote and maintain the city's traditions and you'll find it in the emblematic Municipal Museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
