This Date Expires on 8/31

There are some things a man must try. Alder — the second restaurant by Wylie Dufresne — is one of those things. It’s also a thing that is closing at the end of the month. But for every closed door, an open window. This one’s called Goto, and it’s your new go-to. Herewith: how to pair ’em. You provide the dancing partner.

THE GEAR

Crafted from recycled and sustainably sourced materials, these sunnies look good and do good. Kicker: Woodzee donates a portion of all proceeds to a variety of charitable organizations. Win-win-win.
Woodzee Eyewear | $75-$105 | Buy it

Brand spanking new from Publish, the Arch Jogger is a tight day-to-night fit. Setting the standard for contemporary comfort, these pants can take a man most anywhere.
Publish Arch Jogger | $92 | Buy it

THE GIFT

Flowers made easy. Same-day custom bouquets straight from a volcano to your door — for real. Flat fees include shipping to take the weight off the wallet. A concierge service is available and — bonus — you can order straight from their app. Don’t know what to get? Tell them to ‘Just make it awesome.’
The Bouqs Co. | $40-$80 | Buy it

THE GRUB

Get ye to the Alder … while you can. The critically acclaimed gastropub will be shuttering at the end of August (though there are whispers on the wind of relocation from Chef Wylie Dufresne). The dress is casual, the eats contemporary. Modern, though distinctly American. Expect the greatest hits on the menu in the final weeks including Pigs in a Blanket, French Onion Soup Rings and the famed Burger with Beer Cheese.

Alder | $$ | Make a reservation

THE CLOSER

Handsome and dark. Bar Goto, from Pegu Club alumnus, Kenta Goto, is straight sexing up the LES. The new Japanese/American haunt serves up nine boozy classics, each with an exquisite touch. For losing track of the hour, we recommend the Sakura Martini (complete with cherry blossom), the Plum Sazerac and the Watermelon Cucumber Cooler, deftly mixed with gin, lime and wasabi salt.

Bar Goto | $$$ | Get there