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Farrutx
Madrid
One of the most well-known names in the world of footwear, Farrutx originates from the Balearic island of Mallorca (its zapaterías, or shoe shops, are renowned for producing elegant quality goods). Belts and handbags feature highly among other leather products on sale here. Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 2pm and 5 to 8:30pm (July 10am-2pm and 5:30-8:30pm).One of the most well-known names in the world of
FNAC
Madrid
Located in the bustling pedestrian zone between Sol and the Gran Vía, this multistory French store provides a wealth of media fare from a multilingual book section with everything from current bestsellers to travel and history to a huge stock of DVDs and CDs (the second floor has a section where you can sit and listen before you buy). On the ground floor are a travel agency, a cafeteria, and newsagents with a choice of international periodicals. Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 9:30pm; Sunday noon to 9:30pm.Located in the bustling pedestrian zone between Sol and the
Galería de Arte del Lubre
Madrid
Housed in a mid-19th-century building are several unusual antiques dealers (and a large carpet emporium as well), many of whom specialize in antique, sometimes monumental paintings. Each establishment maintains its own schedule, although the center itself has overall hours. Open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 2pm and 5 to 8:15pm.Housed in a mid-19th-century building are several unusual antiques dealers
Galería Kreisler
Madrid
One successful entrepreneur on Madrid's art scene is Ohio-born Edward Kreisler, whose gallery, now run by his son Juan, specializes in figurative and contemporary paintings, sculptures, and graphics. The gallery prides itself on occasionally displaying and selling the works of artists who are critically acclaimed and displayed in museums in Spain. Open Monday to Saturday 10:30am to 2pm and 5 to 9pm. Closed in August and on Saturday afternoons from July 15 to September 15.One successful entrepreneur on Madrid's art scene is Ohio-born Edward
Galería Soledad Lorenzo
Madrid
This bright, spacious Chamberí gallery features works by topnotch contemporary Spanish painters such as Tàpies and Miguel Barceló. Open Monday 4:30 to 8:30pm; Tuesday to Saturday 11am to 2pm and 4:30 to 8:30pm (closed evenings mid-June to mid-Sept).This bright, spacious Chamberí gallery features works by topnotch contemporary
Galerías Piquer
Madrid
This huge arcade of new shops selling old things is set on the same street as the Rastro and has an equally varied choice of antiques and knick-knacks. It's all a bit neater and tidier and for some lacks the full-blooded exhilaration of the gritty street market itself. It's certainly worth a look, however, as the locales total up to 70 and you're bound to find something you like. Gallery opens Monday to Friday 10:30am to 2pm and 5 to 8pm; Saturday and Sunday 10:30am to 2pm. Times vary from shop to shop, so check www.dai.es/piquer.This huge arcade of new shops selling old things is
González
Madrid
Quietly concealed on a character-filled Huertas street, this charming deli-cum-wine bar sells top-rate cheeses and hams at the counter by the entrance and vintage wines by the glass or bottle at the bar or in the cozily unpretentious inner salon, where the discreet movie posters and stills bedeck the walls. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10:30am to 3pm and 7pm to midnight.Quietly concealed on a character-filled Huertas street, this charming deli-cum-wine
Guillermo de Osma
Madrid
For lovers of early-20th-century avant-garde art from Kandinsky to Klee, this discreet little gallery, tucked away on the first floor of an elegant Salamanca building, is a good place to look. At least three interesting shows are held each year. Open Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm and 4:30 to 8:30pm; Saturday noon to 2pm.For lovers of early-20th-century avant-garde art from Kandinsky to Klee,
Hartley's Good Bookshop
Madrid
Opened in 2005 and the most recent of Madrid's new crop of English-language bookshops, modern Hartley's is located in the Goya area of the Salamanca district. New books are upstairs and a quality collection of secondhand classics and others are downstairs. Talks and presentations are regularly given by locally based English-speaking writers. There's also a small selection of English-language videos.Opened in 2005 and the most recent of Madrid's new
Herbolario la Fuente
Madrid
Founded in 1856, this family run business began with a love of and fascination with plants and their curative powers and continued ever since, making few concessions to modern fads or trends. All plants and herbs sold are freshly collected on a regular basis from the countryside and preserved either in large glass jars made at La Granja or in 19th-century drawers that slide into niches. Apart from relishing the guaranteed quality of their products, you'll be taking a stimulating trip back into the past. Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 1:30pm and 5 to 8pm; Saturday 10am to 1:30pm.Founded in 1856, this family run business began with a
Herrero
Madrid
The sheer size and buying power of this popular retail outlet for women's clothing make it a reasonably priced emporium for all kinds of feminine garb as well as various articles for gentlemen. An additional outlet lies on the same street at no. 16 (tel. 91-521-15-24). Both are open Monday to Saturday 10:30am to 8pm; some Sundays from noon to 8pm.The sheer size and buying power of this popular retail
Hespen & Suárez
Madrid
Kay Hespen and her husband, José Suárez, launched this bright compact international deli in 2003 and if it feels a bit like a real New York deli, maybe that's because both Kay and her husband lived many years in the Big Apple, where Kay was a marketing expert and José was head chef at Placido Domingo's restaurant. Products on its shelves range from Lebanese coffee and tandoori pasta to Japanese noodles. Their own products include bagels and takeout minestrone, and if you want to eat on the spot you can sample their modest menu (up to 7€/$8.05) or just enjoy a coffee and cake at the bar.Kay Hespen and her husband, José Suárez, launched this bright
Ispahan
Madrid
In this 19th-century building, behind bronze handmade doors, are three floors devoted to carpets from around the world, notably Afghanistan, India, Nepal, Iran, Turkey, and the Caucasus. One section features silk carpets. It's open Monday through Saturday 10am to 2pm and 4:30 to 8:30pm (till 8pm on Sat).In this 19th-century building, behind bronze handmade doors, are three
J & J
Madrid
This friendly English-language librería, opened at the beginning of 2004 in the Malasaña district, J & J's -- like Petra's -- is one of the best places to find secondhand book bargains. It's named after husband-and-wife team Jamie and Javi, who wanted to create a meeting place for English-speaking residents and visitors as well as a comprehensive bookshop. A genial cafe sits on the ground floor, while the basement contains over 15,000 books ranging from horror stories to the classics. There is also a small selection of English language videos. The second Wednesday of every month is the hora del libro (book hour) when participants discuss a specific book; other social events include quiz night and story time for kids. Open Monday to Thursday noon to 8pm; Friday and Saturday noon to 10pm; and Sunday 2 to 8pm.This friendly English-language librería, opened at the beginning of 2004
José Ramirez
Madrid
A true Hispanic original, this long-established shop located just a stone's throw from the Puerta del Sol sells nothing but guitars. Not any old guitar, though. These handmade gems are purchased worldwide, and all shipping orders must be placed in the shop itself. You can also visit the workshop to see these instruments being made on weekdays. Open Monday to Friday 10am to 2 pm and 4:30 to 8pm; Saturday 10:30am to 2 pm.A true Hispanic original, this long-established shop located just a
Juana de Aizpuru
Madrid
This renowned Chueca gallery exhibits mainly vanguardist and avant-garde art and sculptures by local and international artists such as Alex García Rodero and William Wegman. Open Monday 4:30 to 8:30pm; Tuesday to Saturday 10:30am to 2pm and 4:30 to 8:30pm. Closed in August.This renowned Chueca gallery exhibits mainly vanguardist and avant-garde art
La Cebada
Madrid
In spite of its ugly functional outward appearance, this La Latina landmark right on the edge of the historic Plaza de la Cebada is a bustling old-style market with a attractive variety of produce spread over two spacious levels.In spite of its ugly functional outward appearance, this La
La Paz
Madrid
The neatest and most stylish market in Madrid, possibly in all Spain, La Paz is located on the western edge of fashionable Salamanca district. Pride of place goes to its charcuterie counters, but everything is top quality, hyper-clean, and served with attentive professionalism. Classic cheese stall La Boulette boasts over 200 international cheeses.The neatest and most stylish market in Madrid, possibly in
La Tienda Verde
Madrid
Not one but two highly individual shops in the same Cuatro Caminos street offering a compact but comprehensive selection of travel, ecology, and nature books and maps, especially on Spain. An invaluable source of information for hikers, walkers, and mountaineers, its stock is almost entirely in Spanish. Open Monday to Friday 9:30am to 2pm and 5 to 8:30pm; Saturday 9:30am to 2pm and 5 to 8pm.Not one but two highly individual shops in the same
La Tierra
Madrid
This gem of a shop, located in a stylish Chueca street, offers a wide selection of Spanish artesanía, covering just about everything from terra-cotta ceramics and Sevillan tiles to wrought-iron grills and antique wooden chests. The array of traditional kitchenware includes decorative plates and botijos (jars for storing water). Open Monday to Friday 9:30am to 1:30pm and 5 to 8pm; Saturday 9:30am to 1:30pm.This gem of a shop, located in a stylish Chueca
La Vaguada
Madrid
This megamall has pretty much everything. Among its countless shops, cafes, and restaurants you'll find an El Corte Inglés department store and a multi-screen cinema (Spanish movies only). Open Monday to Saturday and first Sunday of every month 10am to 10pm (most shops, except for the department stores, close at 8:30pm; on Sun many shops open for shorter hours).This megamall has pretty much everything. Among its countless shops,
Lasarte
Madrid
This imposing outlet is devoted almost exclusively to Lladró porcelain; the staff can usually tell you about new designs and releases the Lladró company is planning for the near future. Open Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 8pm, Saturday from 10am to 8pm.This imposing outlet is devoted almost exclusively to Lladró porcelain;
Lavinia
Madrid
If you can't find the wine you want here, you won't find it anywhere. Lavinia claims to be not only the largest wine shop in Madrid but also in the whole of Europe. It's big, alright: Its two floors of racked vinos run the full range from Tokai to Tío Pepe. Smart, bright, and ultramodern, it's light-years away from the traditional concept of musty-barrel-lined bodegas, and the switched-on, multilingual staff complements it perfectly. Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 9pm.If you can't find the wine you want here, you
Loewe
Madrid
Since 1846, this has been the most elegant leather store in Spain. Its gold medal-winning designers have always kept abreast of changing tastes and styles, but the inventory retains a timeless chic. The store sells luggage, handbags, and jackets for men and women (in leather or suede). Open Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 8:30pm. There's another branch with the same hours, and much of the same merchandise, at Serrano 26 (tel. 91-577-60-56).Since 1846, this has been the most elegant leather store
Mallorca
Madrid
Madrid's best-established gourmet shop opened in 1931 as an outlet selling a pastry called ensaimada, and this is still one of the store's most famous products. Tempting arrays of cheeses, canapés, roasted and marinated meats, sausages, and about a dozen kinds of pâté accompany a spread of tiny pastries, tarts, and chocolates. Don't overlook the displays of Spanish wines and brandies. A stand-up tapas bar is always clogged with clients three deep, busy sampling the wares before they buy larger portions to take home. Tapas cost from .90€ to 2.40€ ($1.05-$2.75) per ración (portion). Open daily from 9:30am to 9:30pm.Madrid's best-established gourmet shop opened in 1931 as an outlet
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Farrutx
Madrid
One of the most well-known names in the world of footwear, Farrutx originates from the Balearic island of Mallorca (its zapaterías, or shoe shops, are renowned for producing elegant quality goods). Belts and handbags feature highly among other leather products on sale here. Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 2pm and 5 to 8:30pm (July 10am-2pm and 5:30-8:30pm).One of the most well-known names in the world of
FNAC
Madrid
Located in the bustling pedestrian zone between Sol and the Gran Vía, this multistory French store provides a wealth of media fare from a multilingual book section with everything from current bestsellers to travel and history to a huge stock of DVDs and CDs (the second floor has a section where you can sit and listen before you buy). On the ground floor are a travel agency, a cafeteria, and newsagents with a choice of international periodicals. Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 9:30pm; Sunday noon to 9:30pm.Located in the bustling pedestrian zone between Sol and the
Galería de Arte del Lubre
Madrid
Housed in a mid-19th-century building are several unusual antiques dealers (and a large carpet emporium as well), many of whom specialize in antique, sometimes monumental paintings. Each establishment maintains its own schedule, although the center itself has overall hours. Open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 2pm and 5 to 8:15pm.Housed in a mid-19th-century building are several unusual antiques dealers
Galería Kreisler
Madrid
One successful entrepreneur on Madrid's art scene is Ohio-born Edward Kreisler, whose gallery, now run by his son Juan, specializes in figurative and contemporary paintings, sculptures, and graphics. The gallery prides itself on occasionally displaying and selling the works of artists who are critically acclaimed and displayed in museums in Spain. Open Monday to Saturday 10:30am to 2pm and 5 to 9pm. Closed in August and on Saturday afternoons from July 15 to September 15.One successful entrepreneur on Madrid's art scene is Ohio-born Edward
Galería Soledad Lorenzo
Madrid
This bright, spacious Chamberí gallery features works by topnotch contemporary Spanish painters such as Tàpies and Miguel Barceló. Open Monday 4:30 to 8:30pm; Tuesday to Saturday 11am to 2pm and 4:30 to 8:30pm (closed evenings mid-June to mid-Sept).This bright, spacious Chamberí gallery features works by topnotch contemporary
Galerías Piquer
Madrid
This huge arcade of new shops selling old things is set on the same street as the Rastro and has an equally varied choice of antiques and knick-knacks. It's all a bit neater and tidier and for some lacks the full-blooded exhilaration of the gritty street market itself. It's certainly worth a look, however, as the locales total up to 70 and you're bound to find something you like. Gallery opens Monday to Friday 10:30am to 2pm and 5 to 8pm; Saturday and Sunday 10:30am to 2pm. Times vary from shop to shop, so check www.dai.es/piquer.This huge arcade of new shops selling old things is
González
Madrid
Quietly concealed on a character-filled Huertas street, this charming deli-cum-wine bar sells top-rate cheeses and hams at the counter by the entrance and vintage wines by the glass or bottle at the bar or in the cozily unpretentious inner salon, where the discreet movie posters and stills bedeck the walls. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10:30am to 3pm and 7pm to midnight.Quietly concealed on a character-filled Huertas street, this charming deli-cum-wine
Guillermo de Osma
Madrid
For lovers of early-20th-century avant-garde art from Kandinsky to Klee, this discreet little gallery, tucked away on the first floor of an elegant Salamanca building, is a good place to look. At least three interesting shows are held each year. Open Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm and 4:30 to 8:30pm; Saturday noon to 2pm.For lovers of early-20th-century avant-garde art from Kandinsky to Klee,
Hartley's Good Bookshop
Madrid
Opened in 2005 and the most recent of Madrid's new crop of English-language bookshops, modern Hartley's is located in the Goya area of the Salamanca district. New books are upstairs and a quality collection of secondhand classics and others are downstairs. Talks and presentations are regularly given by locally based English-speaking writers. There's also a small selection of English-language videos.Opened in 2005 and the most recent of Madrid's new
Herbolario la Fuente
Madrid
Founded in 1856, this family run business began with a love of and fascination with plants and their curative powers and continued ever since, making few concessions to modern fads or trends. All plants and herbs sold are freshly collected on a regular basis from the countryside and preserved either in large glass jars made at La Granja or in 19th-century drawers that slide into niches. Apart from relishing the guaranteed quality of their products, you'll be taking a stimulating trip back into the past. Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 1:30pm and 5 to 8pm; Saturday 10am to 1:30pm.Founded in 1856, this family run business began with a
Herrero
Madrid
The sheer size and buying power of this popular retail outlet for women's clothing make it a reasonably priced emporium for all kinds of feminine garb as well as various articles for gentlemen. An additional outlet lies on the same street at no. 16 (tel. 91-521-15-24). Both are open Monday to Saturday 10:30am to 8pm; some Sundays from noon to 8pm.The sheer size and buying power of this popular retail
Hespen & Suárez
Madrid
Kay Hespen and her husband, José Suárez, launched this bright compact international deli in 2003 and if it feels a bit like a real New York deli, maybe that's because both Kay and her husband lived many years in the Big Apple, where Kay was a marketing expert and José was head chef at Placido Domingo's restaurant. Products on its shelves range from Lebanese coffee and tandoori pasta to Japanese noodles. Their own products include bagels and takeout minestrone, and if you want to eat on the spot you can sample their modest menu (up to 7€/$8.05) or just enjoy a coffee and cake at the bar.Kay Hespen and her husband, José Suárez, launched this bright
Ispahan
Madrid
In this 19th-century building, behind bronze handmade doors, are three floors devoted to carpets from around the world, notably Afghanistan, India, Nepal, Iran, Turkey, and the Caucasus. One section features silk carpets. It's open Monday through Saturday 10am to 2pm and 4:30 to 8:30pm (till 8pm on Sat).In this 19th-century building, behind bronze handmade doors, are three
J & J
Madrid
This friendly English-language librería, opened at the beginning of 2004 in the Malasaña district, J & J's -- like Petra's -- is one of the best places to find secondhand book bargains. It's named after husband-and-wife team Jamie and Javi, who wanted to create a meeting place for English-speaking residents and visitors as well as a comprehensive bookshop. A genial cafe sits on the ground floor, while the basement contains over 15,000 books ranging from horror stories to the classics. There is also a small selection of English language videos. The second Wednesday of every month is the hora del libro (book hour) when participants discuss a specific book; other social events include quiz night and story time for kids. Open Monday to Thursday noon to 8pm; Friday and Saturday noon to 10pm; and Sunday 2 to 8pm.This friendly English-language librería, opened at the beginning of 2004
José Ramirez
Madrid
A true Hispanic original, this long-established shop located just a stone's throw from the Puerta del Sol sells nothing but guitars. Not any old guitar, though. These handmade gems are purchased worldwide, and all shipping orders must be placed in the shop itself. You can also visit the workshop to see these instruments being made on weekdays. Open Monday to Friday 10am to 2 pm and 4:30 to 8pm; Saturday 10:30am to 2 pm.A true Hispanic original, this long-established shop located just a
Juana de Aizpuru
Madrid
This renowned Chueca gallery exhibits mainly vanguardist and avant-garde art and sculptures by local and international artists such as Alex García Rodero and William Wegman. Open Monday 4:30 to 8:30pm; Tuesday to Saturday 10:30am to 2pm and 4:30 to 8:30pm. Closed in August.This renowned Chueca gallery exhibits mainly vanguardist and avant-garde art
La Cebada
Madrid
In spite of its ugly functional outward appearance, this La Latina landmark right on the edge of the historic Plaza de la Cebada is a bustling old-style market with a attractive variety of produce spread over two spacious levels.In spite of its ugly functional outward appearance, this La
La Paz
Madrid
The neatest and most stylish market in Madrid, possibly in all Spain, La Paz is located on the western edge of fashionable Salamanca district. Pride of place goes to its charcuterie counters, but everything is top quality, hyper-clean, and served with attentive professionalism. Classic cheese stall La Boulette boasts over 200 international cheeses.The neatest and most stylish market in Madrid, possibly in
La Tienda Verde
Madrid
Not one but two highly individual shops in the same Cuatro Caminos street offering a compact but comprehensive selection of travel, ecology, and nature books and maps, especially on Spain. An invaluable source of information for hikers, walkers, and mountaineers, its stock is almost entirely in Spanish. Open Monday to Friday 9:30am to 2pm and 5 to 8:30pm; Saturday 9:30am to 2pm and 5 to 8pm.Not one but two highly individual shops in the same
La Tierra
Madrid
This gem of a shop, located in a stylish Chueca street, offers a wide selection of Spanish artesanía, covering just about everything from terra-cotta ceramics and Sevillan tiles to wrought-iron grills and antique wooden chests. The array of traditional kitchenware includes decorative plates and botijos (jars for storing water). Open Monday to Friday 9:30am to 1:30pm and 5 to 8pm; Saturday 9:30am to 1:30pm.This gem of a shop, located in a stylish Chueca
La Vaguada
Madrid
This megamall has pretty much everything. Among its countless shops, cafes, and restaurants you'll find an El Corte Inglés department store and a multi-screen cinema (Spanish movies only). Open Monday to Saturday and first Sunday of every month 10am to 10pm (most shops, except for the department stores, close at 8:30pm; on Sun many shops open for shorter hours).This megamall has pretty much everything. Among its countless shops,
Lasarte
Madrid
This imposing outlet is devoted almost exclusively to Lladró porcelain; the staff can usually tell you about new designs and releases the Lladró company is planning for the near future. Open Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 8pm, Saturday from 10am to 8pm.This imposing outlet is devoted almost exclusively to Lladró porcelain;
Lavinia
Madrid
If you can't find the wine you want here, you won't find it anywhere. Lavinia claims to be not only the largest wine shop in Madrid but also in the whole of Europe. It's big, alright: Its two floors of racked vinos run the full range from Tokai to Tío Pepe. Smart, bright, and ultramodern, it's light-years away from the traditional concept of musty-barrel-lined bodegas, and the switched-on, multilingual staff complements it perfectly. Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 9pm.If you can't find the wine you want here, you
Loewe
Madrid
Since 1846, this has been the most elegant leather store in Spain. Its gold medal-winning designers have always kept abreast of changing tastes and styles, but the inventory retains a timeless chic. The store sells luggage, handbags, and jackets for men and women (in leather or suede). Open Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 8:30pm. There's another branch with the same hours, and much of the same merchandise, at Serrano 26 (tel. 91-577-60-56).Since 1846, this has been the most elegant leather store
Mallorca
Madrid
Madrid's best-established gourmet shop opened in 1931 as an outlet selling a pastry called ensaimada, and this is still one of the store's most famous products. Tempting arrays of cheeses, canapés, roasted and marinated meats, sausages, and about a dozen kinds of pâté accompany a spread of tiny pastries, tarts, and chocolates. Don't overlook the displays of Spanish wines and brandies. A stand-up tapas bar is always clogged with clients three deep, busy sampling the wares before they buy larger portions to take home. Tapas cost from .90€ to 2.40€ ($1.05-$2.75) per ración (portion). Open daily from 9:30am to 9:30pm.Madrid's best-established gourmet shop opened in 1931 as an outlet
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