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The Himalaya Centre
20 South Clerk Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9PRIn 2005, at the Scottish Parliament, the Dalai Lama told Reka Gawa: ‘Don't forget you’re Tibetan; keep the culture alive.’ She had long dreamed of opening a shop, and in 2007, inspired by his words, she did so: the photo of their meeting hangs proudly…
Be Seated
35–35 Ferry Road,
Edinburgh,
EH6 4AF
This small upholstery business has a wide reach: Peter Holmes, who usually works with just one other colleague, has designed and created furniture for stately homes, hotels, and chi-chi restaurants across the country, and his pieces are often featured…
Big Ideas
96 West Bow, Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2HHThis bright little boutique showcases fashion-forward plus-size womenswear (size 16 and up). Although it's aimed at an older age range, the clothes are decidely un-frumpy: there's a wide range of interesting designer lines in store, and some…
Big Ideas
The Courtyard, Italian Centre, Ingram Street, Glasgow, G1 1HPThis bright little boutique showcases fashion-forward plus-size womenswear (size 16 and up). Although it's aimed at an older age range, the clothes are decidely un-frumpy: there's a wide range of interesting designer lines in store, and some…
Blott Artist Studios
53 King Street, Blackpool, FY1 3EJBlott Studio & artist collective was established in 2000 for professional artists living in and around the Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde area. An ‘artist led’ collective, the Blott gallery showcases members’ work all year round, hosts an annual group…
Butterflies
17 West Port, Edinburgh, EH1 2JALong-running local dressmakers' store, with windows full of sugary-bright creations. Whether you're after a prom dress or bridesmaid frock, or something a bit different for a night out, this is the place to come.
The Cigar Box
361 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1PWOh come on, what do you think it sells? Finest, hand-rolled Havana stogies, plus a plentiful supply of pipes and rum from the same people who run Royal Mile Whiskies, so you know they'll take their expertiese seriously. Perfect for the Papa Hemingway in…
Cranachan and Crowdie
263 Canongate,
Edinburgh,
EH8 8BQ
Bringing some welcome authenticity to the Royal Mile – albeit with a generous selection of shortbread for visitors – is, ironically, American Beth Edberg. Her deli's smart pine shelves show off the knowledge of the food scene she's picked up over 13…
Epitome
35 Dundas Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 6QQ
Epitome offers a unique and inspiring shopping experience in an inviting and relaxed environment. Luxurious Scottish Cashmere, high-end designer clothes and accessories.
The Extra Inch
12 William Street, Edinburgh, EH3 7NHThe Extra Inch specializes in clothing in sizes 16 to 26. The boutique is situated on two levels with separates and holiday cruise wear on level one and special occasion clothing on level two. The stock is sourced from top European designers and changes…
GOODD Ltd
60 Osborne Street, Glasgow, G1 5QHIndependent shop and exhibition space featuring carefully selected lighting, furniture and home accessories, often by local designers, plus the option of a commissioning service.
Hadeel
123 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4JNHadeel is unique amongst fair trade shops: it is focused on marketing Palestinian hand crafts. Items for sale include silver and mother of pearl jewellery, embroidered bags and purses, olive wood carvings and hand woven woollen rugs. Also stocked are…
Hilary's Bazaar
297 Canongate, The Royal Mile,
Edinburgh,
EH8 8BD
This incense-scented store scattered with ethnic statues, rare world dance CDs and beautiful, fairly-traded accessories, has been running for many years now and has long been a haunt of the city's alternative lifestyle practitioners, and eco-aware…
The Leaping Hare Vineyard Restaurant
Wyken Vineyards, Wyken Road, Stanton, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP31 2DWWyken is a 1200-acre farm which includes a flock of Shetland sheep, a small herd of Red Poll cattle and a 7-acre vineyard producing award-winning wines, including the English Wine of the Year. In 2009 our 'Wyken Bacchus' won the East Anglian Wine of the…
Little-Persia
11–13 Commerce Street, Glasgow, G5 8ABAmongst the largest selection of hand-knotted Persian rugs in the country – well over a thousand specially-sourced and individual pieces. Colour us impressed. Prices range from £50–£1,200
McAlister Matheson Music
1 Grindlay Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9ATThis friendly city centre record shop may have grown into Scotland's largest independent classical CD specialist, but there's still a homespun touch to proceedings. All the staff are trained classical musicians themselves, knowledgeable and passionate…
Melle Cloche
121 Byres Road, Glasgow, G12 8TTThe bridal shop for everything but the dress, it ranges between vintage and modern designs. Wide selection of jewellery, lingerie and head-wear.
