The best shopping options in and out of Adelaide city

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The best shopping options in and out of Adelaide city

Tatyana Leonov

The best shopping options in and out of Adelaide city

Where to scratch that itch to buy something in Adelaide, South Australia Words: Tatyana Leonov South Australia’s capital is casually chic thanks to idyllic beaches, a flourishing culinary scene, eclectic galleries, funky bars and a bustling shopping scene that will keep visitors engrossed for days on end. Though you can find many conventional shopping options at Rundle Mall and along Rundle Street, shopping in Adelaide is all about exploring the exceptional, packing up produce that’s hard to find in Singapore, and getting to know the people that call this beautiful city home. OFF TO MARKET The first stop on any shopping itinerary should be 146-year-old Adelaide Central Market, South Australia’s major foodie hub with over 80 stalls under one roof and a pumping vibe to match. Open from Tuesday to Saturday, visitors will find a wealth of gastronomic treasures here, with everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to speciality foods for sale.

Source: Adelaidecentralmarket.com.au For organic produce, the House of Organics & Sustainably Grown Produce has a wide range of fresh, seasonal and organic food, with most of it sourced from Adelaide Hills and Adelaide surrounds. New-to-market Poh Ling Yeow (MasterChef Australia) has carb lovers sorted with decadent pastries, hearty sandwiches, as well as tasty jams and relishes for sale at Jamface by Poh. Adelaide embraces its residents’ multicultural roots, and cuisine offerings showcase this diversity. Le Souk is another gem: Algerian-inspired breakfasts and lunches, as well as a variety of spices and teas to pack home.

Source: Adelaidecentralmarket.com.au, Instagram.com/_jamface House of Organics & Substainably Grown Produce (top row), Le Souk (second row, left) and Jamface by Poh (second row, right, and last row) Although shopping in Adelaide is often about food, thanks to the abundance of fresh produce, Adelaide Central Market is also a canvas for local artists with urban-inspired artworks scattered around the area. Though you can find indigenous art and gifts at Tandanya National Aboriginal Cultural Institute as well as the South Australian Museum, Better World Arts is a must-visit. The Port Adelaide location (a 20 minute train ride from the city) has been opened since 2007, and the owners opened a second store in Adelaide Central Market in 2013. You’ll find beautiful Aboriginal artworks painted by Indigenous artists, as well as a variety of gifts and homeware from all over the world. Peruvian jewellery, Turkish ceramics, and all kinds of eclectic bric-a-brac.

Source: Betterworldarts.com.au Wholesale coordinator Teresa Busuttil explains that apart from working closely with a number of Aboriginal artists, they also work with traditional artisans from remote regions in Kashmir, Peru, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh and Nepal. Anything you bring home will certainly be unique. AUSTRALIAN DESIGNERS AND QUIRKY FINDS Fashionistas wanting to stock up on Australian designer brands should check out The Little Boutique, located in the beachside suburb of Grange, just 11km from the city centre. With everything from elegantly casual finds to luxe active wear, the apparel sets the tone for the Adelaide look: Beachside-relaxed-cool. Directors Rachael Tredrea and Gina Martino’s favourite stocked brands include Steele, Spell & The Gypsy Collective, Viktoria and Woods, Tigerlily, Sabaii Zulu & Zephyr, Sabaii bags, 66 The Label hats and Sol Sana shoes. Customers agree and cool finds sell out quickly.

Source: Thelittleboutique.com.au Another way to unearth great shopping finds is through Renew Adelaide. Launched in 2010, the not-for-profit organisation offers vacant space to entrepreneurs wanting to test out a concept temporarily — rent-free or at a minimal cost. The idea is that otherwise unused areas are revitalised and new business owners can gauge customer interest before committing fulltime. From art shops and stationery stores, to fashion boutiques and emerging local designer wear, checking out the Renew Adelaide shops offers visitors access to one-of-a-kind finds.

Source: Renewadelaide.com.au Projects by Renew Adelaide Rock and Royal is one of many success stories. The online store went pop-up with Renew Adelaide in 2013 and customers loved the cutesy finds. Thanks to the success of the project, shoppers can now find edgy fashion pieces from emerging Australian and international designers at their new permanent city-centre shopfront at the aptly named Regent Arcade. Head to South Australia for more.

Source: TODAY

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