Photo: Wikimedia CommonsA fair-trade pioneer founded in 1989, Sana Hastakala works with over a thousand artisans across Nepal, many of them women and producers from marginalised communities. Its bright showroom sells beautifully made ceramics, felt, textiles, paper goods and jewellery, all ethically sourced with fair wages paid up the chain. Prices are fixed, so you can browse without bargaining. Shop here for gifts that genuinely support Nepali livelihoods, and ask the staff about the makers behind each piece.