Don’t stare. It’s rude.

SEE
Pipilotti Rist: Eyeball Massage
What: The Swiss filmmaker takes you on a psychedelic trip of sculpture, video, installation and more.
Why: Lie on a beanbag to get the full effect.
When: Today-8 Jan., 2012.
Where: Southbank Centre, Hayward Gallery, Belvedere Rd., SE1 8XX. Tickets (£10) online at southbankcentre.co.uk.

BUY
Farmison.com Online Food Store Launches
What: A large range of seasonal ingredients from more than 75 independent British purveyors, including fruit and veg suppliers, farmhouse cheesemakers and butchers.
Why: Move over, Ocado. All orders over £50 ship free.
When: Farm fresh minus the trip to the farm.
Where: Online at farmison.com.

SUPPORT
Harvey Nichols/The Campaign for Wool Handbag Auction
What: Last chance to bid on the exclusive collection of soft totes, clutches and shoulder bags commissioned to raise awareness for the UK wool industry.
Why: One-off furry designs by Alexander McQueen, Anya Hindmarch, Burberry, Quentin Mackay and others.
When: Bidding closes Fri., 9 p.m.
Where: Online at ebay.co.uk/campaignforwool.

COLLECT
Liberty Art Fabrics for Hello Kitty
What: The popular Japanese character gives the iconic department store print a makeover.
Why: Products include fabric, cosmetics and tote bags.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Liberty, Great Marlborough St., W1B 5AH (020 7734 1234).

RESERVE
London Restaurant Festival
What: Plan ahead for the annual two-week foodie fete.
Why: A gastronomic road trip, special menus at top restaurants, pop-ups, supplier markets and more.
When: 3-17 Oct.
Where: Book events and tables online at londonrestaurantfestival.com.

SMELL
Illuminum Fragrance Lounge
What: British perfumer Michael Boadi opens his first shop in Mayfair selling ready-to-wear scents, home fragrances and a bespoke range.
Why: The Duchess of Cambridge (Kate Middleton) wore his White Gardenia Petals to her wedding in April.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 41-42 Dover St., W1S 4NS.

Photo: Linda Nylind / Courtesy of Hayward Gallery