Christmas Gifts in Lima For those of you in or around Lima during the holiday season or just looking for some shopping suggestions in the city, we have put together a list of a few stores and shops perfect for picking up a special gift. Wander around the streets of Barranco and stop in some of the many boutique stores and shops where you’ll be sure to find some great gift ideas and inspiration. Our perfect holiday shopping guide Las Pallas For over 25 years, Las Pallas has promoted traditional folk art from the coast, mountains, and jungles of Peru and offered clients an eclectic collection of handmade pieces including jewelry, carvings, rugs, and much more.  The shop’s annual Christmas exhibit began in late November and is the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind decorations and gifts for your family and friends. Read more about Las Pallas on our blog posts "Bird Watching" in Barranco and 25 Years of Las Pallas Dédalo Recently celebrating its 20th anniversary, Dédalo is a must-visit and is considered by many to be one of Lima’s best shopping spots.  Be sure to stroll through the labyrinth of rooms each filled with  wonderful examples of contemporary Peruvian workmanship in a wide range of styles, colors, and media.  The store has something for everyone and any visitor is sure to find inspiration for the perfect gift. Read more about Dédalo on our blog post Dédalo Celebrates 20 Years of Providing Fine Artwork Continue your day of shopping with a visit to Miraflores, Lima’s most popular district filled with many other superb shopping options.  Three perfect examples are conveniently located next to each other right near Parque Kennedy in the heart of the district. La Despensa This trendy and vibrant space functions as a store/art gallery/lab and features unique

Celebrating its 20th anniversary as a gallery and store in the bohemian district of Barranco, Dédalo Arte and Artesania is considered to be one of Lima’s best shopping locations, and for good reason.  On display and sold here are brilliant, and I mean brilliant, examples of contemporary Peruvian workmanship in a wide range of styles, colors, and media. Although photography inside the gallery is not typically allowed, Aracari was given special permission, as we thought that such an outstanding occasion was something worth celebrating and sharing. Dédalo’s collection of treasures can only be described as having something for everyone. From pieces that are eclectic to some that are au-natural, to those that are traditional and others that are modern, and even functional work to simply aesthetic pieces, any visitor will find inspiration for gifts perfect for loved ones and friends and of course something that speaks to their own tastes as well. Each exquisite piece is hand-selected by owner Maria Elena Fernández and featured in one of Dédalo’s many gallery rooms, which are organized by theme and designer. Every wall, floor, nook and cranny holds a hand-crafted surprise waiting to be discovered, yet with beautiful high ceilings, spacious rooms, and earthy patio, this exceptional gallery exudes a vibe that draws you in, makes you forget about your schedule and your worries, and fills your mind with a peaceful curiosity that could easily consume you for hours. Throughout the gallery, you will find a variety of exquisite jewelry, clothing and scarves, pottery and housewares, sculptures and paintings, furniture and lighting, stationary, and even bonsai trees and terrariums. Yet, despite the assortment of pieces in its collection, Dédalo masterfully organizes and displays its collection in a tasteful yet fascinating way. The next time you find yourself in Lima, be sure to take some time

Some of you may be familiar with one of our favorite hidden gems in Barranco: Las Pallas.  For those of you who are not, this is one stop you should absolutely include on your list of galleries to visit when in Lima. With over 25 years of providing quality Peruvian artisans’ products from around the country, Mari Solari, proud owner and operator, continues to bring handmade crafts to her discerning clients.  Last year, we had the opportunity to celebrate the gallery’s quarter of a century milestone, but we can’t help but return to this wonderfully eclectic shop with its collection of some of the finest crafts that Peru has to offer. From delicately woven textiles, to jewelry, pottery, fine carvings, and a myriad of other interesting handmade goods, the gallery is a treasure-chest of pieces representative of the diversity found in Peru. To truly understand and appreciate a gallery this unique, take the time to aimlessly wander throughout the house taking in each room and all of its pieces, and be sure to ask Mari questions about her life and work along the way. Las Pallas’ current exhibit features bird motifs from a diverse range of artisans from the jungle, the Andes, and coastal regions. Some of our favorite pieces included the intricately carved gourds and jewelry as well as the colorful array of textiles and retablos, or Latin American votive paintings. From tiny, almost overlooked garden decorations to larger carvings, the current exhibit gives “bird watching” a whole new meaning. As Las Pallas is constantly looking for new and updated work to complement its vintage collection, the annual Christmas exhibit will begin in late November and is the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind decorations and gifts for your family and friends. Read more about Las Pallas on our previous