New York - April 10, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

This is how we do it.

DO
Six-Word Memoir Slam
What: Stand up and deliver your personal story a la Hemingway.
Why: That’s the story in a nutshell.
When: Thurs., 7 p.m.
Where: The Monkey, 37 W. 26th St., b/t Sixth Ave. & Broadway, 12th flr. (212-481-1601).

EAT
Umami: Food and Art Festival
What: Salt tastings, chef round tables, gastronomic installations, kitchen utensil concerts, and programs encouraging kids to play with their food.
Why: Plead the fifth (taste).
When: Thru Apr. 18. Check schedule for times.
Where: Roulette, 20 Greene St., b/t Grand & Canal Sts. Tickets at 212-868-4444 or online at smarttix.com.

Bar Q
What: Anita Lo’s new Pan-Asian BBQ with lovely is-it-spring-yet greenhouse.
Why: From rotisserie to raw bar, you’re craving something tea smoked.
When: 5:30-11 p.m.
Where: 308-310 Bleecker St., at Grove St. (212-206-7817).

BUY
Salvor Sample Sale
What: The hot-to-trot graphic designer offers sample prices on printed textiles and paper, canvas utility bags, tees, wallets, etc.
Why: Salvor the moment.
When: Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 120 W. 28th St., b/t Sixth & Seventh Aves., ste. 4k (646-241-4823).

The MarketNYC West Village
What: A new spot for emerging designers in fashion, accessories, and homeware.
Why: This little piggy went on a shopping spree.
When: Every Sat., noon-7 p.m.
Where: 490 Hudson St., b/t Christopher & Grove Sts.