Very soon, you might start offending people by wearing white. Personally, we’re year-round-wearing-white proponents. Nevertheless, yes, Labor Day is upon us, and you’ll want something to do on the last federal holiday before Columbus Day, which you might not even get off. In sum, here’s your New York Labor Day Guide, all the best things to do to celebrate. Enjoy.
What: April Bloomfield tacos and watermelons filled with gin, basil and
black peppercorn from one of the great rooftop views in the city.
Why: this one’s actually Sunday, so you’re free to celebrate the
proletariat two days in a row. And nothing says “let’s appreciate the labor movement” like gin-filled
melons.
What: a garden cookout at the Standard East Village, featuring ribs,
sausages, strawberry shortcake cupcakes, et al. from Narcissa.
Why: you heard the part where Narcissa is doing a cookout in a garden,
right?
What: a huge Hell’s Kitchen rooftop full of Israeli street food from the guy who created
Shuka Truck, and an abundance of the drinks you like to drink on days off.
Why: your grill so rarely features Israeli street food.
What: a poolside party with DJs all day (including one of the big-deal
mystery variety), beer tastings and lobster rolls.
Why: pool season will soon be but a memory.
What: unlimited tacos and beer in a nice, cool speakeasy in the East
Village.
Why: that “unlimited” part sure sounds like they don’t believe in
your taco-eating ability. You going to let that stand?
