The Irish are known for a few things: Shepard’s Pie, Guinness, beef stew, fish and chips and beer. Lots of it. So how fitting for a former Irish Pub to be replaced by well, another Irish Pub with even more of the authentic fixings.

Former Louis Vuitton protege gone indie rogue designer and reality star, Marc Jacobs recently opened a new boutique in the Windy City. Chicago is quickly gaining cred on the fashion radar with a smattering of other designer shops popping up in the area in the last two years, including Barneys and Jil Sander, as notably the first Jil Sander boutique to hit the US.

Blacktie turned Bonfire? Now we’ve heard everything.

The term ‘presidential suite’ was named after the European tradition of suites that housed royalty. Since the US doesn’t have a royal family, we chose to call the best room in the house the Presidential Suite or suitable for the first family. And believe you me, these accommodations rival the Oval Office in luxury. From stunning views to private chefs and pools, this is haute living at it’s finest.

As we’ve witnessed this year in the form of crazy earthquakes, volcanoes and bizarre weather all around, Mother Earth is one scorned woman and hath brought her fury. As April 22nd marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, we all gather together to inspire awareness and appreciation for the environment and our atmosphere in an attempt to rebuild bridges. Here are some off-beat ways to celebrate and do your part. And since no one can save the world alone, might as well be social while trying.

Though Kentucky’s only a hop, skip and a jump away from Chicago, why make the trek down South to “Run for the Roses” when there are plenty of good Derby celebrations right in the city of dreams? So grab your big hat and it’s off to the races with you. Here are some of the day’s best bets and biggest parties.

Looking to add a little culture to your life? “Matisse: Radical Invention, 1913-1917” is making it’s debut at the Art Institute of Chicago.

As one of the best cities in the world (maybe I’m biased), and a cultural mecca of restaurants, bars, and must-see attractions, trying to narrow down Chicago’s cultural institutions to just a top 5 does such a rich city an injustice. But here they are, in no particular order, your must-hit spots that make Chicago, Chicago.

The Shady Lady, located in the former Garrett Ripley’s River North spot, is definitely different. The bizarre concept is the brainchild of Daryl Hannah, former industry giant (Iggy’s, Harry’s Velvet Room) as he struggles to reclaim his place in nightlife fame.