It’s National Chocolate Cake Day! Grab a slice from one of our favorite local bakeries to celebrate. Dulce de Leche376 Central Ave, Jersey City Hours: Monday to Saturday, 7AM to 8PM. Sunday, 8AM to 8PM. Website: https://www.dulcedelechebakery.com/ Cocoa Bakery275 Grand St, Jersey City 475 Central Ave, Jersey City Hours: Tuesday to Thursday, 9AM to 7PM. […]
A Holocaust Survival Story
Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day and in commemoration I wanted to share a really amazing story about my grandparents, who both survived the war. It’s such an amazing story I really feel as though its something out of a book. A story about family, survival, strength and love. I know what you’re thinking, what […]
10 spots for vegan takeout in Northern + Central Jersey
Take a drive outside of Hudson County and enjoy takeout from great vegan restaurants in the state! Whether you want a breakfast sandwich or a slice of cake, we’ve got you covered. All listed restaurants are fully vegan. Veggie Heaven473 Cedar Ln, Teaneck Hours: 7 days a week, 11:30AM to 9:30PM Website: http://veggieheaventeaneck.com/ Om Sweet Home708 […]
JC Resident Profiles
Written by Shannon Coleman – @shannoncoleman In the New Year, we wanted to start featuring more people in the Jersey City community and be able to share their story and what they do. I had the pleasure of chatting with Harveer, Megan and Kevin, to hear about their time living in Jersey City, what they do […]
Things you learn as a homeowner
I grew up in an old school style Latino household, so this means my brother and father did the manual labor while my mother and I handled the cooking and cleaning (poorly – I cleaned poorly, not my mom. In fact, I wasn’t a great cook either!). When I moved out of my parent’s home, […]
10 spots for delicious pies in Hudson County
January 23rd is National Pie Day! Enjoy a sweet or savory pie from our favorite local businesses. Dulce de Leche376 Central Ave, Jersey City6510 Bergenline Ave, West New York55 West Palisade Ave, Englewood Hours: (West New York) – Mon to Sat, 6AM to 9PM. Sun, 7AM to 8PM. (Jersey City) – Mon to Sat, 7AM to […]
Top things to do this weekend
Have some virtual/socially-distant fun this weekend! Jersey City RuPaul’s Drag Race Viewing PartyJanuary 22 @ 4PM – 10PM Head over to Headroom Lounge for a RuPaul’s Drag Race viewing party and performances with Olivia Lux! Event website: https://www.facebook.com/events/411964873247627/ Drive-in Movie Night January 22 @ 6PM107 Morgan St Join JCFamilies and the Exchange Place Alliance for more […]
15 bookstores to support in Northern NJ + New York
Over the years, we’ve seen bookstores slowly disappear as online shops and big retailers become a more convenient source. Next time you want to find a new release or want some recommendations, consider supporting independent bookstores in the area! Here are a few of our favorites in Hudson County and beyond. WORD123 Newark Ave, Jersey […]
Top spots for indoor dining by the PATH
If you’re traveling in from Manhattan, try some of our best restaurants located by the PATH stations! Journal Square 15 Fox Place15 Fox Pl Type of cuisine: Italian Website: https://www.facebook.com/15Foxplace/ Swadist Restaurant715 Newark Ave Type of cuisine: Indian, fusion Website: https://swadistmeal.com/ Sapthagiri737 Newark Ave Type of cuisine: Indian Website: https://sapthagiri.biz/ Max’s Restaurant687 Newark Ave Type […]
Where to Ski In + Around New Jersey
Take advantage of the winter snow and have some fun! Enjoy the cold weather while you can at these ski spots around Jersey City. Hunter Mountain Resort Hunter, NY View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hunter Mountain (@huntermountain) How many trails: 6 trails Window price per adult: 1-day– $91 (holiday/weekends), $81 (weekdays) Hours: […]
Sydelle Interiors & Neat Method
Before COVID locked us in for months, I reached out to my friend & interior designer Sydelle, Founder of Sydelle Interiors to help me re-decorate Mia’s room and also organize my cluttered kitchen. She enlisted Louisa, founder of the “Neat Method New York” to help. We hit a good stride and almost got everything done and […]
Winter Indoor Activities for Kids
As the weather continues to drop and remote learning continues to rage on, here are a few options where parents and children can escape to regain a sense of normalcy. Hudson Play189 Brunswick St. Jersey City201-963-4671 I take my daughter here at least three times a week where I can work remotely while she plays […]
Vaccine Rollout Update
The following is a newsletter from Steven Fulop: As many of you know, a couple of years ago my brother passed away from a hereditary heart condition which is throughout my family. As a result, I became eligible for the vaccine today and I proudly took that step. This is important for my family, and […]
Top things to do this weekend
Have some virtual fun or visit a local spot this weekend! Hudson County LSC Junior DaysThursdays & FridaysLiberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd Join Liberty Science Center on Thursdays and Fridays for their LSC Junior Days, dedicated to kids ages 6 and under. Tickets are available for purchase on their website, along with a […]
Top spots for fresh bagels in Hudson County + beyond
January 15 is National Bagel Day! Grab a fresh bagel from our favorite local shops. Wonder BagelMultiple locations Locations: 331 Central Ave, JC | 729 Bergen Ave, JC | 431 Danforth Ave, JC | 433 Sip Ave, JC | 517 Jersey Ave, JC | 1347 Kennedy Blvd, Bayonne | 311 Bayonne Ave, Bayonne Website: https://www.wonderbagels.com/ […]
Babes of Jersey City – January 2021 Edition
It’s been a while since our last Babes of JC, and we really don’t have a good excuse for that other than 2020 being a total shit show. That being said, this column is a guilty pleasure and a fav. A much needed distraction! Going forward we would love to include all of the babes […]
10 spots for gluten-free eats in Jersey City
January 13 is National Gluten Free Day! Check out these 10 great spots for gluten-free meals in Jersey City. Busy Bee Organics451 Palisade Ave GF options: fully gluten-free Website: http://busybeeorganics.com/ Lievito Pizza584 Summit Ave GF options: Gluten free pasta, pizza crust, meatballs, and bread Website: http://lievitopizza.com/ Amelia’s Bistro187 Warren St GF options: all GF or […]
Lea Polizzi- Nine Muses BK
During the lockdown some of us chilled, caught up on Netflix and made Banana bread and then others started whole businesses and found their purpose ?!? Lea Polizzi is one of these people. I met this young artist/photographer many years ago at a gallery opening at my studio and since then I’ve kept up with […]
10 outdoor seating setups in Jersey City + beyond
Dine in style when you visit some local spots for dinner! Here are 10 of our favorite restaurants in Jersey City and beyond for cozy and cute outdoor dining. Kitchen Step500 Jersey Ave, Jersey City Hours: Tuesday through Thursday: 5PM – 10PM. Friday: 5PM – 11PM. Saturday: 11AM – 3PM, 5PM – 11PM. Sunday: 11AM – 3PM, 5PM – […]
10 Spots in Bushwick To Check Out
With COVID still wrecking havoc on our lives and travel dreams we are continuously trying to step out of the box aka Jersey City and explore different neighborhoods in the area- safely. Bushwick, Brooklyn is one of my favorite areas to hang out in and found myself there many times this summer. Last year, I […]
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