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42 <strong>shop</strong>ping<br />
Ivo Biočina - decorative sculptors work<strong>shop</strong> D-2,<br />
Sv. Dominika bb, tel. (+385-) 091 536 40 56. A small<br />
sculptors work<strong>shop</strong> with fascinating statues, figures, holy<br />
crosses, bowls, Croatian cross patterns, <strong>the</strong> Dubrovnik coat<br />
<strong>of</strong> arms and more. See how this exceptional combination <strong>of</strong><br />
stone from Brač is carved in Dubrovnik motifs. Truly original!<br />
Closed January. Q Open 09:00 - 14:00. Closed Sat, Sun.<br />
Medusa B/C-2, Prijeko 18, tel. (+385-20) 32 20 04/<br />
(+385-) 098 175 17 41, info@medusa.hr, www.medusa.<br />
hr. Wide-ranging souvenir <strong>shop</strong> that stocks more than just <strong>the</strong><br />
predictable tourist-trap nonsense that nobody actually wants.<br />
Expect a solid choice <strong>of</strong> au<strong>the</strong>ntic Croatian gifts including<br />
olive oils, brandies, and sponges from <strong>the</strong> sponge-fishing<br />
island <strong>of</strong> Krapanj. Q Open 10:00 - 16:00. March - May 31<br />
Open 09:00 - 20:00. A<br />
Museum <strong>shop</strong> D-3, Pred dvorom 3, (Rector’s Palace)<br />
tel. (+385-20) 32 10 39. The Rector’s Palace is where<br />
guests can acquire some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> more sophisticated and more<br />
exclusive gifts and souvenirs. QOpen 09:00 - 16:00. A<br />
Ronchi D-3, Lučarica 2, tel. (+385-20) 32 36 99/<br />
(+385-) 098 82 04 16, ronchi.<strong>dubrovnik</strong>@yahoo.com,<br />
www.<strong>dubrovnik</strong>-online.com/ronchi. Need to wear a hat<br />
but don’t want to look like a chump? This is your place - a<br />
milliners established in 1858, still making superbly stylish hats<br />
using traditional methods. Closed February. Q Open 09:30 -<br />
13:00, 17:00 - 19:00, Sat 09:30 - 13:00. Closed Sun. A<br />
Tilda D-2, Zlatarska 1, tel. (+385-20) 32 15 54. Original<br />
Konavle handicrafts: slippers, jewellery, greetings cards and<br />
more. Closed February. Q Open 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Sun.<br />
April, May Open 10:00 - 20:00. Closed Sun. A<br />
Waxing lyrical, tel. (+385-) 098 939 43 83, info@<br />
vostanibrod.com, www.vostanibrod.com. Looking for<br />
a souvenir for <strong>the</strong> pyromaniac maritime enthusiast in your<br />
life? How about a wax model <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Karaka (a type <strong>of</strong> historic<br />
Art Go’den<br />
wooden merchant ship made in Dubrovnik) which doubles<br />
as a fully functioning candle? All joking aside, <strong>the</strong>se models<br />
are painstakingly made by Tonći Jonjić, who researches and<br />
creates models <strong>of</strong> historic Croatian boats. His wax Karaka<br />
won a prize for being among <strong>the</strong> best original souvenirs <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Dubrovnik region. If you’re eager to have it, go to <strong>the</strong> nearest<br />
tourist board or simplly call 098 939 43 83.<br />
Accessories<br />
Croata D-3, Pred dvorom 2, tel. (+385-20) 63 83 30,<br />
www.croata.hr. Ties and o<strong>the</strong>r clothing in rich and varied<br />
materials come toge<strong>the</strong>r to make you look <strong>the</strong> pro. Find<br />
<strong>the</strong> perfect gift while receiving a free history lesson on<br />
<strong>the</strong> invention <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> tie. Q December Open 09:00 - 17:00,<br />
Sat 09:00 - 13:00. Closed Sun. January - March 31 Open<br />
09:00 - 14:00, Sat 09:00 - 13:00. Closed Sun. April Open<br />
09:00 - 20:00, Sat 09:00 - 14:00. Closed Sun. May Open<br />
09:00 - 21:00, Sun 10:00 - 14:00. A<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Drogerie Markt I-3, Kralja Tomislava 7, tel. (+385-1)<br />
362 60 87, www.dm-drogeriemarkt.hr. The place to pick<br />
up anything from shampoo to mascara. Also at Doc <strong>shop</strong>ping<br />
centre at Lapad. QOpen 09:00 - 20:00. Closed Sun. A<br />
Delicatessen<br />
Dubrovačka kuća D-2, Sv.Dominika bb, tel. (+385-20)<br />
32 20 92, ars.longa@du.t-com.hr. A treasure trove <strong>of</strong> local<br />
culture ready to take home: from artworks to postcards,<br />
cosmetics, sweets, wines and spirits, all local or Croatian.<br />
QOpen 09:00 - 20:00. A<br />
Franja c<strong>of</strong>fee & teahouse C-3, Od Puča 9, tel.<br />
(+385-20) 32 48 16, franjahouse@franja.hr, www.<br />
franja.hr. A Croatian c<strong>of</strong>fee company, also selling all o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
kinds <strong>of</strong> souvenir-wrapped delicatessen and porcelain. Q<br />
Open 08:00 - 16:00. March Open 08:00 - 20:00. May Open<br />
08:00 - 24:00. A<br />
Kraš C-2, Zamanjina 2, tel. (+385-20) 32 10 49, www.<br />
kras.hr. The confectionary company Croatians have known<br />
and loved for years. Try Bajadera chocolate and hazelnut<br />
sweets, or a bag <strong>of</strong> Krašotice biscuits. QOpen 08:00 - 20:00,<br />
Sun 09:00 - 15:00. A<br />
Oleoteka Uje C-2, Stradun, tel. (+385-20) 32 15<br />
32, www.uje.hr. Hmmm…The first Croatian oil <strong>shop</strong> that<br />
<strong>of</strong>fers a wide range <strong>of</strong> Croatian olive oils from Istria, <strong>the</strong><br />
island <strong>of</strong> Brač and Zadar, whilst also <strong>of</strong>fering an array <strong>of</strong><br />
Mediterranean spices and dry fruits. Good nibbles! QOpen<br />
09:00 - 21:00. A<br />
Vinoteka Miličić C-2, Placa bb, tel. (+385-20) 32 17<br />
77. Try <strong>the</strong>ir own wines from <strong>the</strong> Pelješac peninsula, or top<br />
quality fruit spirits, local candies and preserves. QOpen<br />
09:00 - 16:00, Sun 09:00 - 12:00. A<br />
Designer Clothing<br />
Croatian Designers Room C-3, Od puča 1, tel. (+385-<br />
20) 41 22 99. Is fashion your fetish and forte? Then look<br />
no fur<strong>the</strong>r, this is <strong>the</strong> ‘be all end all’ <strong>of</strong> Croatian mainstream<br />
fashion with great choices <strong>of</strong> clo<strong>the</strong>s made by <strong>the</strong> most<br />
famous Croatian designers, all found in <strong>the</strong> one place.<br />
Closed December - February 29.Q Open 10:00 - 19:00,<br />
Sun 10:00 - 18:00. A<br />
Maria D-2, Sv. Dominika bb, tel. (+385-20) 32 13 30,<br />
info@maria-<strong>dubrovnik</strong>.hr, www.maria-<strong>dubrovnik</strong>.hr. If you<br />
forgot to pack your fancy designer frocks, Stella McCartney<br />
shoes and Miu Miu handbag, <strong>the</strong>n Maria is <strong>the</strong> place to<br />
Dubrovnik In Your Pocket <strong>dubrovnik</strong>.inyourpocket.com