A little over a month ago, I launched a new column: Journey To Abs. It’s all about how I got in shape both mentally and physically. To my surprise, the response to my new column has been amazing and I am so excited to share my knowledge and experience with my readers. I’ve always been […]
Shop Via Nero
It’s funny. When I started ChicpeaJC, the intent was to predominantly write about fashion and stylish people in Jersey City… and it’s almost become a rare thing I write about. Since I do love fashion so much, I decided to get back into the swing of things for the year 2017. A few months ago, […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 2/6/17-2/12/17
Want more? Check us out at haveanight.com and follow us @haveanight_jc! Monday – February 6th Industry Night @ The Iron Monkey Show your bar/restaurant ID to receive 1/2 Off all drafts, well drinks, and call drinks from 7pm-close every Monday at The Golden Monkey. Tuesday – February 7th Tacos & Margs @ Taqueria Downtown Taqueria Downtown has some of […]
2017 State of the City Address by Mayor Fulop
On 6 separate days and wards, Mayor Steven Fulop will deliver the 2017 State of the City Address to emphasize to residents the important role each community and individual plays in Jersey City’s progress. The speech will highlight administration results, such as the bringing the police department to over 900 officers and the creation of more affordable housing than any […]
Pancake Breakfast at Hudson Montessori
On January 21st, Hudson Montessori had a Pancake Breakfast, Bring Your Parent to School Day, and Maker Mart all in one day. We arrived around 9 AM to Zeppelin Hall to the smell of pancakes being made by the awesome parents who were volunteering. We hung out with parents and kids from different classes. Everyone ate, drank coffee, […]
HOOD FOOD: La Mexicanita
From downtown Union City to uptown North Bergen, upper Hudson County is a small mecca of immigrant owned businesses worth exploring. Today, I introduce to you all a City I currently reside in and love to eat in, West New York, NJ. My family has been coming to West New York, NJ ever since I […]
Top 7 Things to Do in Jersey City This Weekend
February has just begun and it’s already jam-packed with events. Whether you want to get started on Valentine’s Day a bit early this year or you just want to hang out with other creatives, we have what you need for the weekend. Can’t find any events you’re interested in, or want to find some events […]
The Making of ChicpeaHQ
I started ChicpeaJC, a blog about Jersey City, 2.5 years ago. I needed a creative outlet while working in the corporate world. And here I am, writing about a ribbon cutting happening in my new office space. Let’s rewind a little bit. Back in May, I was still running my business from various coffee shops […]
Five Wine-Related Events Taking Place in February
Sometimes, all you need is a good glass of wine and some great company! If you had the opportunity to attend the Jersey City Wine Fest last month, you easily could see that we are a wine-loving city. I’ve compiled a list of wine-related events taking place in Jersey City for the month of February. […]
Recap of the Hoboken Bride Wedding Fair
A few weeks ago, Lynn got an invitation to a bridal event hosted by Maggie Scarpelli (@Untamedblonde), a Hoboken Event Planner and soon-to-be bride! Of course, being the only engaged intern on the team, Lynn passed the offer to me so that I can see what it takes to plan a wedding. The event date was […]
Recap of the Jersey City Wine Fest
Saturday, January 28th was the Jersey City Wine Fest at Harborside and it was a blast! From 5PM to 10PM, guests gathered to enjoy some quick bites and taste several types of wine and ciders from various brands. Guests enjoyed unlimited wine samples, live music from Stereo Junkies, and delicious food from a bunch of […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 1/30/17-2/5/17
Want more? Check us out at haveanight.com and follow us @haveanight_jc! Monday – January 30th Hudson Restaurant Week Continues Don’t miss your chance to take advantage of 20 awesome Jersey City restaurants participating in Hudson Restaurant Week. We hit Greene Hook last week, and we were not disappointed! Your last chance to grab some delicious eats […]
Photo Gallery: Art House Productions Snow Ball!
This Saturday, we attended the annual Art House Productions Snow Ball! This event is a “black tie creative” gala to benefit Art House’s innovative arts programs. It is so much fun to see everyone dress up and come together to celebrate the creative community in Jersey City. I had a blast seeing everyone dressed to impress! […]
Stylish Peep: Amena Chaudhri
I met our next Stylish Peep Amena on a rainy Friday afternoon in a cafe. I was sure the rain was going to hinder our photoshoot and that my photos were not going to exhibit Amena’s individual style the way that I wanted to but I was in luck. Amena was such a lovely person, […]
Healthy Eats in Jersey City and Hoboken
One of the best things about living in the Jersey City and Hoboken area are all of the new and hip restaurants, bars, and eateries opening up. IronPlate Studios did a little research to help you find the healthiest options at some of the buzziest locations in the area! Next time you are texting with […]
Apply to the 2017 JC Summer Internship Program
Mayor Fulop recently announced that the online application for the Jersey City Summer Internship Program (JCSI) is now open! For anyone who doesn’t know, the JSCI program is for Jersey City public high school students where they have the opportunity to participate in paid internships in leading companies and institutions while also earning academic credit. JCSI is a part of […]
LSC After Dark: Silent Party Recap
January 19th was the sixth LSC After Dark event, and it was a silent party. It was so much fun! Going in, I already knew how these silent parties worked and was looking forward to seeing how LSC would make it stand out. When I walked in, there was literally a huge pair of headphones on the dance […]
Top 9 Things to Do in Jersey City This Weekend
The weekend is nearly here and we have an awesome lineup of events to keep you local and energized. You’re sure to find something, whether you’re looking for a good wine tasting session or want to watch a unique performance. Can’t find any events you’re interested in? Our Event Calendar has a bunch of events this weekend! JC Wine […]
Top Fitness Centers in Journal Square
When it comes to health and fitness, everybody wants options. Whether it’s based on travel convenience or programs offered, you want to make sure you make the best choice. Well, look no further. We have you covered for all of your fitness goals, and they’re all in the Journal Square area! 1. Blink Fitness 35 […]
Stylish Peep: Victoria Garcia
Our next stylish peep is Victoria Garcia, a fashion maven who dances to the beat of her own drum. Like her electric blue hair, Victoria is a creative soul who has a knack for putting pieces of clothing together that you’d never think could look good. To learn more about her style, check out her interview […]
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