I wrote this blog post almost a year ago. It’s been sitting in our drafts folder ever since… I guess you could say it took time for me to have the courage to post this article. But…The truth shall set you free. I’ve been writing about Jersey City for the last three plus years. I’ve […]
Dress for Success Valentine’s Gala Recap
A few weeks ago, I was asked by the wonderful Joy Devlin of Dress for Success Hudson County to host the red carpet for their Valentine’s Day gala at Liberty House in Jersey City. Joy is my Jersey City mom and I would do anything for her, so I gladly obliged. I also knew it […]
Staycation at the Hyatt House Jersey City
A few months ago, I felt burnt out and I really needed a day off. I didn’t tell anyone and booked a staycation at the Hyatt House in Jersey City. I checked in around 9:30 AM. It was a snowy day. The check in staff were really friendly, and they even upgraded my room to […]
What People are Saying about Legal Marijuana in Jersey City
I recently posted about the potential of weed legalization in Jersey City on my Instagram and asked for your thoughts on the legalization of marijuana and what it means for you. Mayor Fulop even added his two cents on the situations. I’m a supporter of legalization of marijuana + in next few weeks our planning […]
Closet Makeover Part 2: Sydelle Interiors
Sydelle is an extremely talented interior designer here in Jersey City. I met Sydelle a few years ago and hired her to help fix up some rooms in our home and since then, she’s become one of my great friends. Sydelle has helped me on multiple projects both in my home and at work. She […]
Hudson Hall Jersey City
Hudson Hall, a delicious smokehouse in Jersey City, opened in the fall. This spot is a game changer in the restaurant scene in our city. I went to tour the space before they opened and was completely in awe of the interior design. When you walk in, you are transported to somewhere else! I felt […]
Top 24-Hour Spots in Jersey City
When it’s a late night out and you’re craving something to eat, it can be annoying to find every food spot closed. Lucky for you, we have a few spots in Jersey City that are open 24 hours a day! Stop by after a night of partying, or to satisfy those late-night cravings. City Diner […]
Is the end to the “War on Drugs” in New Jersey on the horizon?
The excitement surrounding the growth of the cannabis industry is contagious. Arcview Market Research anticipates North American sales to top $20.2 billion by 2021. Despite opposition from current Attorney General Jeff Sessions the future of the cannabis industry appears to be bright, unless, you are a person of color. Communities of color are still facing […]
13 New Food Spots in Jersey City
In Jersey City, there’s always something new opening up, whether it’s for food or drinks. It’s almost impossible to keep up. Check out some of the newest additions to the area! RoofTop at Exchange Place Hyatt House, 1 Exchange Place Hyatt House Jersey City, located at Exchange Place, opened just a couple of months ago. […]
The Esendemir Sisters, Owners of Flatbread Grill
The Future is Female. I am a firm believer that there is a shift happening and that in less than a decade, women will take over all industries and will become just as powerful as men currently are. This is not an “I hate men” statement, because god knows I love them (too much at […]
The Hunt for the Best Dirty Martini in Jersey City
When it comes to martinis, I like to be dirty. Maybe it’s the spontaneity in me, but my favorite thing about dirty martinis is that no two are the same. You have the choice of vodka or gin, dry vermouth or no dry vermouth, stuffed olive or plain…you get the point. Lately I’ve found myself […]
Daniel Muñoz PT2
I interviewed Daniel last year for our It Was All a Dream series. In a span of just a few months, he grew to be this amazing artist with an EP and videos on the way. Daniel is incredibly hard working and talented. It’s hard to believe he’s only 18! Catch up with Daniel Muñoz […]
It Was All A Dream: Uncutt Art
Looking back at ChicpeaHQ, the art was the greatest part of the space. Uncutt was one of the artists who added his touch to our office. Any time you walked into our bathroom, you can see the work Uncutt and Hota Te put into each corner of the room. Walking around NJ and NYC, I […]
YaBoiiLex
Hudson County does not lack talented individuals… but what’s mind boggling is the amount of youth who are out here grinding, and working towards their dreams and passions. Lex is one of those people! I’ve been following this kid’s career for a while now and always admired how mature and how seriously he takes […]
ChicpeaJC Closet Makeover with Ali Peters- Stylist
Ali Peters is a great friend, an incredible stylist and a chicpeajc fashion contributor. I recently reached out and asked her to help me upgrade my closet. I felt like I needed to purge all the clothes that no longer suited me and get a few items that my wardrobe was missing. Ali really helped […]
New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball Recap
It’s Saturday, January 6th and almost a week after New Year’s Eve I can honestly say, I am still not fully recovered. Let’s rewind a bit. A few months ago, the Terrace Level of RoofTop at Exchange Place in the Hyatt House Jersey City Hotel was still under construction. I had the opportunity to visit it […]
How I lost 20 lbs
I’ve always considered myself in good shape and, since my teens, I’ve been working out and sort of eating healthy. Long story short, when I started ChicpeaJC, I let myself go and ate every meal out because now it was my “job.” I quickly gained 20 lbs (which for my 5’0 frame felt unhealthy). I […]
Hudson Community Enterprises Document Destruction
Recently, I had the chance to sit down with Patrick and Tom of Hudson Community Enterprises and talk about what they do, how long they’ve been around, and the impact of their organization on the community. HCE is a non-profit that was started in 1957 by a group of Jewish community leaders. The organization has always […]
Women Rising
When I was 18 years old, I met my first love. We were inseparable, and we dated for about a year until things started to slowly unravel. He had anger issues and for the first year together, he never took it out on me. Then one day, after a night out with friends, I picked […]
Top 10 Most Viewed Posts 2017
It’s been an amazing year. We met so many new people and I am so thankful to have been able to share their stories. Here are the Top 10 most viewed articles on Chicpeajc for 2017. 1. Gary’s Sweet Shoppe My interview with Gary’s Sweet Shoppe was one of my favorites because it highlights a […]
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