KID FRIENDLY: Address: Calle General Arrando, 4, Madrid, ES Website: None Phone: +34 91 446 0216 Owned by sisters Ana and Cristina del Cerro, this shoe shop carries everything from the basics (Converse) to specialty shoes (velvet hand-sewn Mary Janes). “I’m usually fighting to get my daughters dressed and fed in the mornings,” says Belen Fernandez Vega. […]
KID FRIENDLY: Address: Calle Fernando VI, #13, Madrid, ES Website: www.dodesign.es Phone: +34 91 106 217 The very atmosphere of the lofty, ivory-colored store—further accented with hanging lamps and rustic wooden columns—is reason enough to visit Do Design. As is immediately evident, owner Lucía Ruiz-Rivas has a background in fine arts and knows how to select and
KID FRIENDLY: Address: 189 The Grove Drive Y-80, Los Angeles , US Website: www.woodranch.com Phone: 323 937 6800 Wood Ranch draws in a considerable amount of tourists, but Emily Wagner loves to go despite the crowds. “My kids go nuts there, and I can’t deny them their barbecue chicken sandwich.” Indeed, the restaurant is as family-oriented as
KID FRIENDLY: Address: Calle de la Reina, 12, Madrid, ES Website: None Phone: +34 91 523 3106 Madrid may be known for its sherry and cañas, but you’ll want to branch out at Del Diego, a cocktail bar with a namesake signature drink combining vodka, apricot brandy, and advocaat (a brandy and egg liqueur). Be sure to try
KID FRIENDLY: Address: 4737 California Avenue SW, Seattle, US Website: www.bakerynouveau.com Phone: 206.923.0534 As the founders of Bakery Nouveau, William and Heather Leaman offer residents of West Seattle the most delectable pastries in the area. From the the freshly baked breads to their one-of-a-kind desserts, this this dynamic duo has over 20 years experience in pastry, which
KID FRIENDLY: Address: Calle de Fuencarral, 10, Madrid, ES Website: www.grupovips.com Phone: +34 91 594 5022 If and when you tire of Madrid’s culinary standbys, you’ll love the blatantly international menu at VIPS—featuring everything from lasagna to burritos to hamburgers. While many come for the classic American-style breakfast, Ishtar Espejo goes for any meal of the day.
KID FRIENDLY: Address: Calle Corredera Baja de San Pablo, 19, Madrid, ES Website: www.claritamadrid.com Phone: +34 91 522 8070 Located in the up-and-coming TriBall area(short for the Ballesta Triangle), this bohemian café is sparsely furnished with long wooden benches and the occasional antique birdcage or flowerpot. Many come just for the coffee or a cocktail, but the
KID FRIENDLY: Address: Calle de San Mateo, 28, Madrid, ES Website: www.lobofeliz.com Phone: +34 91 391 4250 The assortment of toys at Lobo Felíz charms children and parents alike. “The owners are very goot at recommending safe, beautiful, and often wooden toys,” says Sara Vergara. “Their selection includes brands like Djeco, Schleich, PlanToys, Sevi, and many others.” She
KID FRIENDLY: Address: 90 Bedford Avenue, New York , US Website: www.thelittleowlnyc.com Phone: 212 741 4695 Despite Little Owl’s ever-changing seasonal specialties, never fear—you can get the specialty pork chop (voted best in town by New York magazine) year round. Though the Mediterranean-meets-American Nouveau dishes sometimes veer into the “comfort food” category (think cheesy risotto and gravy meatball sliders),
KID FRIENDLY: Address: 89 East 42nd Street, New York, US Website: www.cipriani.com Phone: 212 973 0999 Bustling and lively, the Grand Central outpost of this worldwide institution is perfect for a quick and satisfying Italian lunch—finished off with a glass of red, naturalmente. In addition to the classic rigatoni with tomato sauce, we love the octopus and
