If you’ve taken a drive through 1&9 recently, you may have noticed a cute billboard with an uplifting message: “More Love = Less Hate. Humanity is the only way!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by JRT’s Helping Hands (@jrtshelpinghands) Years ago, Julian Rodriguez put together a social club –Black Squad– that […]
7 bars we love on the Lower East Side
Plan a night out with friends or a cute date with your boo at one of these spots on the Lower East Side! Pianos 158 Ludlow St https://www.instagram.com/p/B4IVGyGlL5u/ Pianos is a great spot for a night out when you’re in the mood for drinks and dancing. They have live music, DJs, and happy hour specials […]
Top 20 Things To Do This Weekend in Jersey City + New York City
Make plans with friends this weekend with these local events! Jersey City Thursday Poetry Slam feat. RADI January 9 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Snapdragon Coffee & Social, 190 Monticello Ave Jersey City Slam is back for its 10th seasion, this time at Snapdragon! Artist/writer RADI will be joining them for this poetry slam. […]
Liberty State Park rally opposing the Caven Point privatization
On January 11th at 11AM, there’ll be a Liberty State Park Rally/Demonstration to support the Liberty State Park Protection Act and protest any proposed amendment allowing for the privatization of LSP’s Caven Point Natural Area. The rally will take place at LSP’s Flag Plaza (200 Morris Pesin Dr) at the eastern end of Pesin Dr. […]
Integrative Obstetrics & Maternal Resources
When I got pregnant with Mia over 7 years ago, I was living in Jersey City. At the time, I couldn’t find a good local OB/GYN that specializes in obstetrics. I had to schlep all the way to the Upper East Side to see a doctor there. I loved her very much, she was great, […]
Artists of Jersey City – January
No matter where you go in Jersey City, you’re likely to find an artist – a painter, a writer, a musician, a makeup artist, you name it. Here are three local artists we’re highlighting to kick off 2020! Carlos Maneiro What is your preferred medium and why? I work with in all kinds of mediums, […]
An Interview With Mayor Steven Fulop
I did this interview back in May. I’ve been sitting on this post for months. You would think that an interview with THE Mayor of our city would go live as soon as the images, videos and transcripts were in my hands. But for some reason, I’ve been pushing this interview; this golden piece of […]
Classic Movies Filmed in Jersey City
The long awaited Joker film finally arrived in theaters back in early October, and us New Jerseyans had an additional reason to scramble to the movies to see it. Several scenes in Joker were filmed in Jersey City and Newark, and seeing the streets of our cities on the silver screen evokes a sense of […]
5 meal deliveries to get you started on your health journey
If you’re looking for kickstart the year with healthy habits or just want to try some new foods this year, try out some meal plans offered in Jersey City! Here are 5 different meal deliveries in Jersey City to get you started. Whealth View this post on Instagram A post shared by WHEALTH KITCHEN (@whealth.kitchen) […]
JC Designer Tyler breaks the internet on Project Runway
ICYMI – Tyler, dear friend and great designer behind the stunning dress I wore to my anniversary event – was on Project Runway! As we recently found out in the last episode of Project Runway, he was eliminated. But not before making a viral-worthy, lighthearted comment toward model Karlie Kloss. “I cannot see Karlie wearing […]
Your Guide To Paris
Written by Shannon Coleman Paris: the city of lights, romance and love. You hear so many wonderful things about Paris – the music, food, breathtaking sights – and the city definitely does not disappoint. The city is as magical and beautiful as they say it is. After living and studying in Paris for five months, […]
Joyce Watterman sworn in as Jersey City council president
As of this morning, Councilwoman Joyce Watterman made history as Jersey City’s first African-American woman city council president! Joyce Watterman is a Jersey City native who has been on the city council since 2013 and founded Continuous Flow Christian Center on Monticello Ave. She’s known for her great dedication to the community. She is also […]
Top 12 things to do this weekend in Jersey City + NYC
Whether you’re trying to keep the parties going for 2020 or just want to relax with the family, check out some local events to start off the new year. Jersey City Thursday DJ Prestige at the Parlour January 2 @ 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Fox and Crow, 594 Palisade Ave Sit back and enjoy […]
Brick + Dough Pizzeria in Union City
Anyone that knows me, knows that I LOVE pizza. I love ‘fancy’ pizza, brick oven pizza, traditional pizza and yea… basic bitch Ellio’s pizza. Just give me all of the pizza, please. Being from Argentina, I can tell you that some of the best pizza is in Buenos Aires. I blame my homeland for my […]
FitPea Top 15 “Diet Hacks”
Ah 2020! It’s a New Year, which means it’s also get your ass to the gym and on a diet season. I seriously hate the connotation behind the word “diet.” I don’t really believe in the concept of self-deprivation to reach our goals. Health and fitness is a way of life and healthy habits need […]
ChicpeaJC’s Top 15 Blog Posts of 2019
Time is flying. and ChicpeaJC is going to be celebrating 6 years in May!! The fact that this is still a “thing” blows my mind. It’s been a very crazy year for me, both personally and professionally. There were so many ups and downs, but looking at this list and looking at all we accomplished […]
JC Spot: Whealth and Co
I first met Dave, founder of Whealth and Co, about 4 years ago at a local coffee shop. At the time, Dave was just starting out with his catering/events company. We had the awesome pleasure of collaborating on my very first event, a Raw Vegan dinner party at a loft in Downtown JC which almost […]
Eats: A Filling Lunch at Tito’s Burritos in Morristown
You all know that I love a good bargain and food. Once you combine those two things, I’m in nirvana. A few weeks ago, I was shopping in Morristown. Morristown is about 30 minutes from Jersey City; it’s a quaint little town perfect for shopping, eating, and drinking (my 3 favorite things). After a few […]
9 Pop-Ups and Installations to Visit in New York City
If you’re looking for something fun to do and cute to share on your feed, check out some of New York City’s pop-ups and exhibits! Here are 10 that we think are a great start: Rosé Wine Mansion 111 W 32nd St View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rose Wine Mansion (@rosewinemansion) […]
10 Spots in Jersey City + Hoboken for Late-Night Bites
Maybe you’re enjoying the night out with drinks, or maybe you just work late hours and takeout could make your life so much easier. In any case, here are ten of our favorite spots for late-night bites! Not included in the list: standard diners, and bars whose kitchens close early. Jersey City Stella’s 315 Grove […]
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