When I got pregnant with Mia over 7 years ago, I was living in Jersey City. At the time, I couldn’t find a good local OB/GYN that specializes in obstetrics. I had to schlep all the way to the Upper East Side to see a doctor there. I loved her very much, she was great, […]
An Interview With Mayor Steven Fulop
I did this interview back in May. I’ve been sitting on this post for months. You would think that an interview with THE Mayor of our city would go live as soon as the images, videos and transcripts were in my hands. But for some reason, I’ve been pushing this interview; this golden piece of […]
5 meal deliveries to get you started on your health journey
If you’re looking for kickstart the year with healthy habits or just want to try some new foods this year, try out some meal plans offered in Jersey City! Here are 5 different meal deliveries in Jersey City to get you started. Whealth View this post on Instagram A post shared by WHEALTH KITCHEN (@whealth.kitchen) […]
JC Designer Tyler breaks the internet on Project Runway
ICYMI – Tyler, dear friend and great designer behind the stunning dress I wore to my anniversary event – was on Project Runway! As we recently found out in the last episode of Project Runway, he was eliminated. But not before making a viral-worthy, lighthearted comment toward model Karlie Kloss. “I cannot see Karlie wearing […]
Joyce Watterman sworn in as Jersey City council president
As of this morning, Councilwoman Joyce Watterman made history as Jersey City’s first African-American woman city council president! Joyce Watterman is a Jersey City native who has been on the city council since 2013 and founded Continuous Flow Christian Center on Monticello Ave. She’s known for her great dedication to the community. She is also […]
FitPea Top 15 “Diet Hacks”
Ah 2020! It’s a New Year, which means it’s also get your ass to the gym and on a diet season. I seriously hate the connotation behind the word “diet.” I don’t really believe in the concept of self-deprivation to reach our goals. Health and fitness is a way of life and healthy habits need […]
ChicpeaJC’s Top 15 Blog Posts of 2019
Time is flying. and ChicpeaJC is going to be celebrating 6 years in May!! The fact that this is still a “thing” blows my mind. It’s been a very crazy year for me, both personally and professionally. There were so many ups and downs, but looking at this list and looking at all we accomplished […]
JC Spot: Whealth and Co
I first met Dave, founder of Whealth and Co, about 4 years ago at a local coffee shop. At the time, Dave was just starting out with his catering/events company. We had the awesome pleasure of collaborating on my very first event, a Raw Vegan dinner party at a loft in Downtown JC which almost […]
Babes of Jersey City – December 2019
Wow! What a year! So many babes! We started this funny column exactly two years ago, sort of started as a joke and it grew wings. Being a Babe of JC is not just about looks etc, it’s really the whole package. That’s what we look for. We love highlighting local people who are awesome […]
NYC Spot: Peachy’s Chinatown
A few weeks ago, I was invited to celebrate my dear friend and colleague Luck, founder and genius behind Ani Ramen, at Peachy’s; a chic lounge in Chinatown serving craft cocktails, delicious Asian bites and funky/very Instagrammable decor. As soon as I walked in and saw the space, I said to myself, “This is too […]
JC Spot: Mint Market
It’s almost NYE and we are all scrambling to get our outfits ready to ring in the New Year!! What better way than to shop local? Mint Market is one of my favorite boutiques. They have both contemporary and vintage looks and can get you ready for any event, or upgrade your day to day […]
Top things to do for New Year’s Eve in Jersey City
No plans for New Year’s Eve? We’ve got you covered! With plenty of events to consider, here are some parties and dinners going on in Jersey City to celebrate the new year! Featured New Year’s Eve Bash at Harborside 7PM – 2AM Harborside, 210 Hudson St Enjoy an open bar, DJs, a catered buffet from […]
ChicpEATS: Red Peony Chinese Cuisine NYC
A few months ago, we wrote about Chef Yang 46, a Szechuan restaurant located in Clifton, NJ. It was fantastic. We had such a great time and the owner liked the post, so they invited us to another restaurant they owned in Manhattan. Of course, we were thrilled to check it out. As much as […]
JC Spot: Cafe Peanut
Cafe Peanut is a really cute cafe that opened recently in Journal Square across from the courthouse. I’ve heard many great things, so when I was summoned for jury duty – which I wasn’t chosen for and totally lucked out – I had a little break and checked them out. They were super busy, but […]
ChicpEATS: Sushi by Bou Jersey City at Ani Ramen is Now Open
A few weeks ago, we announced the amazing news that Sushi By Bou would be opening their popular Sushi Omakase experience in the back of Ani Ramen. We had the pleasure of trying it out in the city with the Ani Ramen team and it was love at first bite. Since then, Sushi By Bou […]
City Kidz Hoboken
As you all know, I’m a mom to a wonderful 7-year-old. She’s the love of my life, but she did not take after me when it comes to her fashion sense. She likes to wear comfortable clothes – sweatpants, tees, sneakers – and I let her do her thing. I was super excited when I […]
10 holiday boozy drinks to try in Jersey City + New York
Warm up for the holidays with these 10 boozy themed drinks in Jersey City! Spiked Egg Nog The Hamilton Inn, 708 Jersey Ave, Jersey City Stop by The Hamilton Inn for a delicious brunch and a spiked egg nog! Snow White Cosmo Liberty House, 76 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City Stop by Liberty House for […]
Your Gift Guide for the 2019 Holiday Season
It’s crunch time – the holidays are creeping up on us fairly quickly. If you’re still shopping around for gifts, here are local spots to check out! Apparel + Accessories Get the perfect gift for those fashion-forward, stylish, or vintage-rocking friends in your life! ZeroKid 317 2nd St View this post on Instagram A post […]
What we know about the shooting in Greenville
On December 10th, there was an active shooter alert that sent the city into lockdown mode. Here’s what we know, based on the police scanner and updates from the city: Believed to have started at Bayview Cemetery, where one officer was shot Shooting reported around 12:30 PM on MLK and Bayview Shooters arrived at the […]
JC Resident Tyler Competes on Project Runway Season 18
Tyler is a good friend and an incredible fashion designer who I had the pleasure of meeting a little over a year ago through his partner Jacob Hudnut, the Chief Prosecutor in Jersey City. As soon as we met, it was love at first sight. The couple invited me to their apartment in Jersey City […]
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