The stars came out in droves last night to celebrate the inaugural flight (VX) from Virgin Airlines who began their exclusive Chicago O’hare service yesterday. Led by Sir Richard Branson donning a feisty boxing getup (they were really pushing the Rocky theme as the challenger airline), Adrian Grenier, Virginia Madsen (Sideways), Jesse Williams (Grey’s Anatomy), Naturi Naughton (3LW), Colin Egglesfield (Melrose Place), Creed (The Office) and two pilots clad in Blues Brothers gear took the Windy City by storm to commemorate the occasion. As both West Coast flights landed in tandem, the crew was greeted by a grand water canon salute and then ushered to the after-party at ROOF at the Wit for a bumping good time. From the people to the signature drinks and cotton candy, no detail was spared.

3 am and out on the town? Sometimes you just crave that post-bar pancake or egg dish to help lull you to sleep. So bring on the sheep because here are your best greasy spoons for a late night bite.

The Crystal Gardens has been selected as a 2011 winner in The Knot Best of Weddings section.The Crystal Gardens, a real-world secret garden housed on Chicago’s Navy Pier, is a beautiful indoor, one‐acre botanical garden operated by Phil Stefani Signature Restaurants.

A unique sporting showcase will take place over Memorial Day weekend when 20 of the world’s greatest bowlers return to downtown Chicago for a unique team competition at upscale 10PIN bowling lounge in the landmark Marina City complex. The GEICO PBA Team Shootout, the fifth annual PBA Summer Series special event, will result in more than 15 hours of national television on ESPN and ESPN2 over the summer and will be the first PBA event held in Chicago in 47 years.

Post Chef Ryan Poli’s departure, Perennial was prepared to do damage control. The former Lincoln Park hotspot was completely gutted, redesigned, re-conceptualized and relaunched in under 4 months. Reopening this week to rave reviews, gone are the memorable birch tree ceilings, nautical vibe and clean, American contemporary eats.

The Peninsula opened its doors to the city of Chicago on June 1, 2001.  Now, 10 years later, The Peninsula Chicago is recognizing the milestone of its first decade with a series of anniversary offerings and philanthropic initiatives. Guests are invited to take advantage of special room rates, inviting incentives at The Peninsula Spa by ESPA, and creative menu selections in the hotel’s four award-winning restaurants and The Bar.  Each promotion provides a great way for guests to re-discover why The Peninsula is one of Chicago’s most celebrated hotels.

In honor of Goodman’s 10th Anniversary in the Chicago Loop, screen and stage star Matthew Morrison takes a break from his Glee Spanish classroom to headline at the Goodman Theatre’s for one night only. The May 21 Gala celebrated “One Enchanted Decade” on Dearborn Street. Prior to Glee, Morrison was a regular on Broadway performing in Footloose, the Rocky Horror Show, and as heartthrob Link Larkin in Hairspray.

Nick Cannon was gifted two Nap Nanny Chills for his newborn twins on the Insider last week. A gracious Cannon jokingly asked if they made one in an adult version it was so comfy. The Nap Nanny Chill is a portable recliner unlike any other on the market safe to use on any floor of the house and is great to keep them at arm’s length while doing chores.

Literally meaning “fire bowl” hibachi is style associated with the Japanese art of Teppanyaki cooking. While most are found outside of city proper, these little gems are worth the drive. Perfect for a group gathering and when your dinner’s a full on production that involves cooking in front of you, who turns down dinner and a show?