Make it last longer.

EAT
The Chicago Rib Shack
What: After ten years, The Shack is back.
Why: Eat like a pig.
When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-midnight; Sun., 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m.
Where: 145 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7PA (020 7591 4664).

READ
Art in the City
What: Stylish new series of art guide books with artist profiles, city maps and must-see galleries.
Why: There’s more to do than have sex in a city.
When: Now.
Where: Online at amazon.co.uk.

WEAR
Shoes at Augustina
What: Belgravia boutique now stocks designs by Botkier, Devi Kroell, Cynthia Vincent and Joy Gryson.
Why: It’s no mean feet.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 11 W. Halkin St., SW1X 8JL (020 7823 1188 or online at augustinaboutiques.com).

SEE
Rupert Shrive: Post Painting
What: Exhibition of Shrive’s unique technique that turns iconic images from two-dimensional paintings into mini sculptures.
Why: Go beyond your depth.
When: Fri.-18 May. Tues.-Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: The Old Truman Brewery, 15 Hanbury St., f blk., 1st flr., E1 6QL (020 7247 2684).

PARTY
Starlight Children’s Foundation 21st Birthday
What: Charity celebrates 21 years of granting wishes to sick kids with a tea party that includes Tana Ramsay’s attempt to break the world record for highest cupcake tower.
Why: Give and let live.
When: Mon., 3-6 p.m.
Where: Maggie & Rose, 58 Pembroke Rd., W8 6NX (020 7371 2200). For tickets, e-mail flora.dundas@starlight.org.uk.