It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It’s also the most indulgent time of year where all of us are eating more, working out less, and of course, drinking at all those holiday parties! Here at ChicpeaJC we believe in moderation, so have your fun, but start your plans to get back on track […]
Jersey City Wine Fest
The Jersey City Wine Fest – a perfect opportunity for wine enthusiasts to meet and hang out on the picturesque Harborside Waterfront Esplanade overlooking the New York City Skyline. Join us on January 28, 2017, for your all access pass to hundreds of new wines from around the world. There are over 150 styles of wine, so it’s a great […]
Toboggan Canada
My best friend Corinne, who I grew up with in Montreal, works for an awesome winter apparel company called Toboggan Canada. Corinne is highly knowledgeable when it comes to winter gear, as she’s been in the industry forever (literally born into it). I was looking for a new winter coat and boots, and she recommended […]
Senior Profile: Carol Crystal
An entrepreneur over 60! What comes to your mind when you think of an entrepreneur? Some may say, an ambitious young person with a dream. Others may say, a person who worked in the corporate world for ten years and now is ready to be their own boss. Well, would you think of a senior […]
Atlas Public House
It seems like Jersey City has been waiting for Atlas to open for the longest time, and the day finally came a few weeks ago! Atlas invited my family and me to their soft opening, and while we enjoyed the most delicious drinks and food, we were greeted by one of the owners – Michel. As […]
A Night to Remember: A NYE Event in Jersey City
It’s been about 4 years since I actually celebrated New Year’s Eve. To be honest, I always thought this night was highly overrated. I particularly did not enjoy getting stuck in Manhattan with all the crowds and the anxiety of finding my way home. I sort of made it a point to miss the stroke […]
Black Squad Inc. and JRT’s Helping Hands
Black Squad Inc. works with JRT’s Helping Hands, a non-profit organization by Julian Rodriguez. Black Squad Inc. began as a car club where only black cars would be able to join (hence the name). Around the same time, their group of friends was active in the nightlife scene, and it became a sort of social club where they would […]
#LSCAfterDark: Space Cantina
Join us on December 15th at Liberty Science Center’s next After Dark event – Space Cantina! From 6 PM to 10 PM, guests can expect an evening filled with out-of-this-world activities like drone racing, virtual reality, and even a Jedi Quest! Everyone is encouraged to show up in your most stellar space look. LSC will be giving out prizes […]
Holiday Market at Hudson County Community College
Join Hudson County Community College on Saturday, December 10th in supporting local business & economic growth within Hudson County as we celebrate the holiday season! From 12 PM to 4 PM in the Culinary Conference Center (161 Newkirk St) you can experience an indoor winter wonderland with two floors of holiday fun & festivities, and shop from 70 […]
Dress for Success – Joy Devlin
I attended the Dress for Success annual gala over the summer and completely fell in love with their mission. “The mission of Dress for Success is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.” After writing […]
Modern Looks with Vintage Pieces
If you’ve been following ChicpeaJC for a while, it’s no secret that Another Man’s Treasure is one of my favorite places to shop. I’ve been buying my clothes there ever since I moved to Jersey City eight years ago. When I started blogging, visiting the shop became something part of my weekly habits (not very […]
LSC After Dark: Science Speakeasy Recap
The latest LSC After Dark party was a hit! This was the 4th event at Liberty Science Center and probably my favorite theme. “Science Speakeasy” took us all back to the 1920s. This was the perfect opportunity for me to dress up in a full burlesque outfit styled by Another Man’s Treasure. As soon as […]
French American Academy of Jersey City
I am so proud to be living in Jersey City, which according to an online study is considered the second most diverse city in the country. Half of the city’s residents also reported speaking a language other than English at home. It is a known fact that teaching your children a second language at a young age […]
Health in Hands
I’ve been under an intense amount of stress lately (like the past three years). So when Health in Hands Spa invited me to try a healing massage (trigger point therapy), I couldn’t pass up the opportunity. Health In Hands is a day spa, which provides a variety of services for the purpose of improving health, beauty, […]
Top 10 Shopping Deals in Jersey City
It is the day after Thanksgiving, which is one of the biggest shopping weekends of the year! We encourage everyone to shop local! We rounded up ten spots that are having special deals for Black Friday and for Small Biz Saturday! Please don’t forget to share your favorite Small Business Saturday moments on Facebook, Twitter, […]
Choc•O•Pain French Bakery and Cafe + Bloomsbury Sq
I’ve been going to the Choc•O•Pain downtown since the day it opened a few years ago. It is the most authentic French bakery I’ve ever been to in the NY/NJ area. When you walk into Choc•O•Pain, the scents of fresh baked goods overcome you. The coffee is always on point, and the baristas are extremely […]
The Grind Shop x ChicpeaJC
Anyone who has met me knows I love coffee. I have two to three cups a day. I can’t start my morning without it! So you can imagine my excitement when I heard The Grind wanted to work on a drink collab. I visited The Grind at their new location in The Baker Building and was […]
JCFD Fundraiser
Every November, the Jersey City Fire Department holds a fundraiser to raise some money to give to members on the job whose family members are battling cancer. Last year, they raised about $500 and gave it to a member whose mom is battling cancer. This year, the JCFD are raising money to give to a member whose wife is in pretty […]
The Real Kärma
I am a 90s R&B/Hip Hop era kid, and when I first heard Kärma sing, I was transported back to my era. Kärma performs a lot with local band (one of my faves) Conundrum and I saw them perform together at the Central Ave car show a few months ago. I was completely mesmerized by her […]
HDSID Presents The Holiday Market
Starting on Thursday, November 17, stop by the Grove Street Plaza from 4 PM to 8 PM and check out the Artist & Maker Market. It’s back for the holiday season, and you can find awesome gifts for everyone directly from local artists and creators every Monday and Thursday (in conjunction with the farmers market)! Skip […]
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