The window displays of furniture emporium Desforges Decoration never fail to attract attention. From glass tables and leopard-print sofas to Eiffel-tower shaped chairs and outlandish lamps, this is the place to pick up something unusual for the home (24 Place du Bourg-de-Four, Old Town, tel: 022 311 2520, desforges-decoration.ch).

For a taste of Geneva's international influence, stop for a bite at Halle de Rive, the fabulous food hall where Italian salumi and French cheeses jostle for position with Lebanese mezze and Japanese sushi (17 Rue Pierre-Fatio, Rive).

Chocolaterie Stettler, 49 Avenue Blanc 022 738 1720 www.chocolaterie-stettler.ch What better way to surprise your Valentine than with some handmade creations from one of Geneva's most long-established chocolatiers? Either choose from Stettler's famous slabs and truffles or commission your own special request.

As one of France's coolest high street labels, Zadig & Voltaire is big among the fashionistas of Geneva. For a bargain, bypass the flagship for the Old Town outlet store where the special offers are impossible to resist (10 Grand Rue, tel: 022 310 8171).