DK Travel : Madrid : Shopping

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Casa Mira

Founded in 1842 by Luis Mira, who knew how to cater for the famous Spanish sweet tooth, this confitería (confectioner) is best known for its turrón (Christmas nougat); also marzipan, chocolate and pestiños (honey-coated pastries).
Casa Mira

This old fashioned store has been producing its famous nougat (turrón ) for more than 150 years. Made without artificial colouring or preservatives, it’s the genuine article.
Centro de Anticuarios Lagasca

Antiques-lovers can save time traipsing the streets for individual shops by visiting this gallery which brings together a number of Madrid’s most reputable dealers.
Cortefiel

This branch of the Spanish high street chain specializes in reasonably priced clothes and sportswear for both men and women.
Cristina Castañer

Espadrilles are not usually associated with high fashion, but this Spanish designer has turned them into an art form. All colours and styles from casual to evening wear.
Cuenllas

This delicatessen is the place for top-quality cured meats and cheeses. Spanish cheeses include Queso Manchego, made from sheep’s milk, and the blue cheese, Cabrales. For the finest cured hams, buy jamón Ibérico or Pata Negra – a breed of pig fed only on acorns.
El Corte Inglés

This branch of Madrid’s best-known department store also has a beauty parlour, restaurant and supermarket as well as the usual individual departments.
El Elefante Blanco

Shades of the Big Top in this small shop, founded by a former circus performer. Sells all the paraphernalia – stilts, jugglers clubs, diabolos, etc. Great for kids.
El Flamenco Vive

This family business specializes in all things Flamenco, from beautiful dresses to guitars, CDs, music and videos (see El Flamenco Vive).
El Flamenco Vive

If you’ve been won over by Flamenco during your stay, now’s your chance to look the part. This specialist store has everything – colourful costumes and accessories (fans, flowers, ornamental combs), guitars, books, sheet music, videos, records and CDs.