jargol.com — 711 of the best independent stores in 108 cities around the world

Terri Sapienza wrote about this website in yesterday's Washington Post.

Ara Anjargolian, 24, launched it last year.

It's organized by city, then neighborhood.

Descriptions of each store's wares, hours, types of payment accepted and return policies.

Sapienza noted that for residents of a city the site may not offer any surprises, "But for those new to town, this site is a useful primer — and the guides to cool shops in other cities, great to have on hand for your next weekend getaway."