Has the mercury finally risen? Quick, go alfresco. You’ll be dying for A/C in no time.

EAT

La Terraza
What: Stunning patio addition to the already perfect L’Impero.
Why: Tuscany’s too far. This is the next-best escape.
When: Lunch, Mon.-Fri. noon-2:30 p.m.; dinner, Mon.-Thurs. 5:30 p.m-10:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5 p.m-11:30 p.m.
Where: 45 Tudor City Pl., b/t 42nd and 43rd Sts. and First and Second Aves. (212-599-5045).

Westville East
What: Fave West Village comfort joint heads East.
Why: Too much of a good thing? Nevah …
When: Noon-midnight.
Where: 328 E. 14th St., b/t First and Second Aves. (212-598-9998).

DO

Joint Venture: Williamsburg Design Off-Site
What: An avant-garde break from this weekend’s International Contemporary Furniture Fair.
Why: Push the boundaries of home design. Your live-in will love a martini-glass chandelier.
When: Sat.-Tues. For hours and locations, go to jointventuredesigns.com.
Where: Showrooms and stores in Williamsburg.

BUY

Lighthouse International’s POSH Sale
What: Top-drawer designers (Prada, Hermes, Chanel, Celine) on the cheap. For him and her.
Why: Shop for a good cause. (Other than your ego.) Proceeds benefit the visually impaired.
When: Thurs.-Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 110 E. 60th St., b/t Lexington and Park Aves. (212-821-9445). $10 admission fee.

Vera Wang Bridal Sale
What: Prices slashed on dresses, shoes, veils, and headpieces. Start your engines.
Why: You’ve become bridezilla. Oh, just give in.
When: Sat. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Penn Plaza Pavilion, 401 Seventh Ave., b/t 32nd and 33rd Sts. (800-839-8372).