What to buy / Austria
Top of the shops
Too many nations have lost touch with their craft and manufacturing heritage, but Austria’s hands-on culture is clear from its products. Here we eye up a few highlights and tasteful takehomes, from ceramics to Styrian gin.
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Tea towel Übelhör for Österreichische Werkstätten oew.at
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Salt and pepper shakers Österreichische Werkstätten oew.at
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Casserole pot Riess riess.at
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Cushion David Fussenegger davidfussenegger.com
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Jug Keramik Barbara Wihann keramik-wihann.at; diesellerie.com
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Tea Be My Friend besoapmyfriend.com
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Glasses Riedel riedel.com; selfridges.com
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Body scrub Saint Charles Apothecary saint-charles.eu
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Wine glass Riedel riedel.com
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