The Port Imperial Food Truck Fest returns on Saturday, June 1st! You can enjoy food from over 20 food vendors, live music, great views of the New York City skyline, and more from 12PM to 7PM at Port Imperial. Here’s what you need to know! 20+ Food Trucks You can grab bites from 20+ food […]
7 reasons to make Graze & Braise your go-to meal prep
As you all know we love to eat at ChicpeaJC! Sometimes a little too much. So we like to balance it all with healthy eating when we can. Graze and Braise makes clean eating easy with their delicious and convenient meal order service! Here are 7 reasons why we love them! For more info go […]
Where to Eat Seafood in Jersey City
As the weather warms up, enjoy some of the tastiest seafood Jersey City has to offer! Seafood-specific Spots @seafood.kitchen Available through text View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chef Kiesha: Big Chef 😎 (@seafood.kitchen) Just BeClaws 280 1st St View this post on Instagram A post shared by JUST BECLAWS JC (@justbeclawsjc) […]
4 Dog-Friendly Spots to hang out with your pup
The weather is finally warming up, and that means more time outside with our sweet pups! I love to spend quality time outdoors with my dog Karma, (Instagram @karmathebernedoodle), a two-year-old mini Bernedoodle. I am always on the hunt for dog-friendly establishments. Read on to learn all about a few Jersey City dog-friendly spots. Milk […]
Chicpea Goes to Asbury Park
Summer is knocking and beach season is upon us. As someone who lived in Tel Aviv for a few years and spent almost every day at the beach, and now living in the Jersey City/NYC area, I greatly miss the beach days during the cooler months. I love living in Jersey City because it’s awesome, […]
Top 5 Headlines of the Week in Jersey City
More news, coming your way! Bring cash for the PATH vending machines As of Thursday, debit and credit cards are still not being accepted at PATH vending machines. Bring cash! Debit/credit & SmartLink web purchases to remain unavailable thru PM rush. Our vendor @CubicTS continues working to restore. We’re sorry, please use cash. [39] — […]
3 Burgers to Try in Jersey City
We write a lot about burgers! Here’s some of our burger-specific articles from the past few years – 5 Cheeseburgers to Try Top 5 Veggie Burgers 5 More Burgers to Try Top 3 Burgers It’s one of our favorite foods at ChicpeaJC. We like them all – vegan, meaty, fancy, simple. That being said because […]
Sex and Jersey City, The Podcast – Episode 1: “Sex Magic”
Guest Host Shawn Engel @WitchyWisdoms Joins us to talk about “Sex Magic” and how to manifest the relationship you want through meditation, intention and wait for it….. SELF PLAY Shawn Engel, owner of WitchyWisdoms, is a spiritual mentor, brand strategist, entrepreneur, and Tarot reader. It is her life’s purpose to help others with the strength […]
5 Unique Tacos in Jersey City + Hoboken
If you’re looking to try some new types of tacos, look no further! Here’s some of our top recommendations for unique tacos in the area. Lava Rock Shrimp Tacos Shaka Bowl, 110 Washington St, Hoboken https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo_-l7rB8rS/ Includes: Battered Shrimp in Sweet Chili and Spicy Shaka Sauce on Corn Tortillas, topped with Fresh Cabbage, Mango, and […]
Highline TV HDTV Antenna Product Review!
I haven’t had cable in a few years. I’ve been sticking to Netflix, Hulu and the old Internet to get news and updates. That being said, I desperately miss having the news on in the morning while getting dressed, or watching The Kardashians on E! (guilty pleasure), and just the joy of channel surfing. It […]
Top 6 Weekday Lunch Spots in Jersey City
Maybe you’re tired of the same options, maybe you just want to take better advantage of those lunch breaks with a good meal. You’ve only got 30 minutes to an hour, why not make it worth it? Here’s a few spots to check out for lunch! Ani Ramen 218 Newark Ave View this post on […]
Paola Andrea, Giselle Echeverria, and Mars Wendell
Content Creators Academy is a non-profit mentorship program for local youth interested in Digital Media and Entrepreneurship. The students meet twice a week and learn a variety of skills related to digital arts; graphic design, photography, video, branding and blogging! The CCAJC students put together their own blog posts to showcase what they’ve learned. This […]
Top 8 Outdoor Drinking Spots in Jersey City + Hoboken
‘Tis the season of outdoor day drinking and relaxing on rooftops on warm summer nights. Check out these spots in the area for drinks with a view! Lutze Biergarten Right along the Harborside waterfront, you can’t go wrong with some food vendors, drinks, and a few games to keep you and your friends busy. https://www.instagram.com/p/BxbTvYPnb7I/ […]
Top 6 News Headlines of the Week in Jersey City
JCBOE agrees on plan to prevent layoffs To hopefully avoid the layoff of hundreds of teachers, the Board of Education adopted its new budget with a promise to not cut staff. It passed with a 5-4 vote. Bird Scooters possibly coming to Jersey City View this post on Instagram A post shared by Historic Downtown […]
#HudsonGives, a day of giving in Hudson County
Interested in supporting local causes and non-profit organizations? May 17th marks the first-ever #HudsonGives, a historic day of giving throughout Hudson County. What exactly is #HudsonGives? #HudsonGives is a day of online giving where nonprofits are given the opportunity to gain exposure to new donors. The community is encouraged to come together and raise as […]
LSC After Dark: Paws and Prosecco
Celebrate a night dedicated to animals at LSC After Dark: Paws and Prosecco on May 16th! From 6PM to 10PM, you can grab a drink, meet some of the coolest creatures, enjoy Prosecco tastings, and discover amazing animal abilities. Paws and Prosecco is your chance to hang out with some of the cutest animals you […]
ChicpeaJC is Hiring!
If you’re interested in being a writer or social media intern, or if you’re a photographer/videographer looking for more opportunities, keep reading! Part-Time Content Writer ChicpeaJC is looking for a part-time writer to join our team! The writer will be creating new blog posts and working closely with the Editor. Content Writer responsibilities include conducting […]
Ferris High School
This Saturday, May 18th, Ferris High School will be celebrating their 50th anniversary. To help spread the word about this momentous occasion they invited me to tour the school and speak to their Principal and Ferris HS Alumni, Jaime Morales. They also gave me a chance to speak to the students about Content Creators Academy […]
Foodie Female Founders: Hudson Kitchen
Even Beyoncé took 10 years to become an overnight success. When we hear about someone’s success, we often don’t know the odyssey she embarked on to get there. If you’re a Jersey City food business, you have likely heard about Hudson Kitchen or been to one of the events organized by them. I wanted to […]
Babes of Jersey City May – Hot Mom Edition
I am so beyond excited for this month’s Babes of Jersey City. In honor of Mother’s Day, we are honoring local hot moms that are just so beautiful inside and out. When I became a mom 6 years, I really feel like I got hotter, more confident in who I am and appreciative of what […]
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