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Scottish handmade soaps and all manner of colourful, squeezy and curvaceous bathroom accessories in aquatic hues. A useful stop for pleasant-smelling presents.
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Made-to-measure kilts and a gathering of the tartans. Also a branch on the High Street.
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His cheeses are celebrated all around Scotland, and feature on many an Edinburgh menu, but the Victoria Street branch goes beyond matters dairy to embrace a panoply of culinary delicacies. Stock your hamper here.
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The place to go to keep abreast of all the foreign news/ stories from back home. Good selection of foreign-language papers and magazines.
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The oldest department store in the world, founded in the 1830s but occupying its present site since 1895. A miscellany of high quality goods and grand surrounds.
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A range of limited edition works from contemporary print-makers at very reasonable prices
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Before heading for the hills, check out Tiso for all your outdoor activity paraphernalia: boots, tents, climbing ropes and compasses galore.
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The best delicatessen in Edinburgh. Trading since the 1930s, Valvona & Crolla offer a wonderful selection of wines, great bread and fine Italian sauces.
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One of a handful of independent bookshops just to the west of Grassmarket selling a mix of new and secondhand books. West Port’s selection focuses on the arts.
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One of several boutique fashion stores that have made George Street their home over the last few years. High fashion for women.
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