2 Best Shopping in Washington, D.C., USA

Grand Cata

Shaw Fodor's choice
Best friends Julio Robledo and Pedro Rodriguez teamed up to open this wine and spirits store focusing on small Latin American producers. You can find a rare Uruguayan Tannat or a fine Mexican sparkling wine. Not a wine drinker? Grand Cata also offers a wide selection of spirits, mostly from small-batch producers in Mexico and Spain, as well as craft beers. Don't forget the snacks: the selection here includes those from Rodriguez's native Puerto Rico. Wine- and food-centered books, cocktail bar accessories, and other musings make unique gifts. Check the shop's calendar for details on free wine tastings.

Calvert Woodley Fine Wines and Spirits

Upper Northwest

In addition to the excellent selection of wine and hard liquor, 200 kinds of cheese and other picnic and cocktail-party fare are on hand. The international offerings have made this a favorite pantry for embassy parties.