New York - March 19, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Guess we’re hungry.

EAT
Num Pang Opens
What: Kampuchea’s refreshing take on Cambodian street sandwiches are front and center at this new to-go spot.
Why: Toasted semolina baguettes stuffed with shrimp, homemade pickles, and chili mayo.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri., 11:30 a.m-midnight; Sat., 1 p.m.-midnight.
Where: 21 E. 12th St., b/t University & Fifth Aves. (212-255-3271).

MAKE
Macaroni Madness
What: Paint and string pasta necklaces with jewelry designer Laura Lobdell (her signature noodle neckwear is 100 percent silver).
Why: Trade Kraft for craft. Plus, specialty mac and cheese (Gruyere/ham, broccoli rabe/shoshito, fried cheese).
When: Sun., 6-8 p.m.
Where: Pick up your macaroni kit at Laura Lobdell Jewelry, 183 W. 10th St., at Seventh Ave. Event at Bobo, 181 W. 10th St., at Seventh Ave. (212-488-2626). R.S.V.P. to info@lauralobdell.com.

SEE
I Know What You’re Thinking …
What: Three artsy pals bring the best of stitching, knitting, and paper-cutting to a short-term exhibition.
Why: This ready-made art takes DIY to a whole new level.
When: Thru Apr. 11. Wed.-Sun., noon-6 p.m.; and by appt.
Where: Sloan Fine Art, 128 Rivington St., at Norfolk St. (212-477-1140).

SLURP
First NYC Chowder Slam
What: Just what it sounds (but saltier!), plus New England craft beers.
Why: Twenty bucks at the door benefit the New Amsterdam Market.
When: Sat., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Jimmy’s No. 43, 43 E. 7th St., at Second Ave. (212-982-3006).

BUY
Built by Wendy Slashes Prices
What: Deep discounts on the preppy prints you love.
Why: Denim miniskirts for $20, tie-dye jeans for $68, floral sundresses for $80, men’s chambray work shirts for $70.
When: Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 7 Centre Market Pl., b/t Broome & Grand Sts. (212-925-6538); 46 N. 6th St., b/t Wythe & Kent Sts., Williamsburg (718-384-2882).

Correction: Stop the presses! Wish we could, but Lanvin cancelled its sample sale after we published our listing. (Sorry, pals.)

Photo credit: Tyson Reist

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