Check out these 5 new food spots in Jersey City that recently opened! 1- Greek Eats JC This is a food delivery only spot that opened during quarantine. I had the pleasure of basically eating every item on their menu and I highly recommend. Love me some Greek food. Order online 2- East Hana 103 […]
15 Chocolate Treats in Jersey City
I love chocolate. Here’s a list of where to get your chocolate fix in JC! 1. Lee Sims Chocolate 743 Bergen Ave, Jersey City View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lee Sims Chocolates (@leesimschocolates) Website: https://www.leesimschocolates.com/ 2. Elements Truffles 600 Palisade Ave, Union City View this post on Instagram A post shared […]
7 Spots To Drink Outdoors This Weekend
Governor Phil Murphy announced a few days ago that he is reversing the executive order for allowing indoor seating at restaurants given the uptick in cases around the state and country. It seems like a few weeks ago, our elected officials decided to just say “fuck-it” and let everything open up. Too quick. If you […]
Ward A Food Tour with Councilwoman Denise Ridley
Back in February, pre-lockdown I had the pleasure of joining Ward A Councilperson Denise Ridley for a food-tour in the Greenville neighborhood. It was so much fun getting to know Denise (Interview coming soon) and eating at her favorite food spots. She took me to three places: Karina Restaurant 201 Ocean Ave A A no-frills […]
7 Spots For Outdoor Dining This Weekend
We recently put up a guide to Outdoor Dining in JC, post-lockdown and had the pleasure of going to a few local spots to experience outdoor dining with all the new rules and regulations. I must say I am incredibly impressed with our local businesses and how they adapted to this “new normal”. I am […]
Help Freetown Road Project Stay Open
We had the pleasure of writing about Chef Claude over a year ago when he competed and won Food Network’s “Chopped” repping Jersey City. Chef is a JC native and opened his first spot in Journal Square. Freetown Road Project highlights the West Indian flavors of Antigua. Unfortunately they were forced to close down due […]
Your Guide To Outdoor Dining in Jersey City
Jersey City shut down on March 16th and our lives have changed forever. The Governor announced recently that restrictions would be lifted and that we would enter the next phase in re-opening the state. Now I must say that, although I am excited that things are moving towards normalcy, I am apprehensive. Is it all […]
10 local food spots to order takeout this week
As more restaurants reopen, there are a growing number of options for takeout! Here are spots to grab anything from a fulfilling seafood boil to a scoop of gelato. Lokal Lokal just announced that they will be re-opening this Friday for takeout. You can call Lokal to place an order for dishes and drinks to-go. […]
6 Black-Owned Food Spots To Try in Jersey City
There are so many amazing Black-owned businesses in Jersey City and since it’s Friday and we woke up incredibly hungry we wanted to highlight 10 local spots you can order take-out & delivery. From yummy Carribean food, to Ice Cream, Seafood, Coffee and more! Soon we will have a full directory of ALL local Black-Owned […]
Milk and Cream Bar Opened on Newark Ave!
Yesterday, I had the honor of checking out Milk & Cream Bar, the newest munchie spot on the Newark Ave Pedestrian Plaza. It seems like we’ve been waiting for them to open for AGES and they are finally here! I got to try them for the first time at the All About Downtown Street Fair […]
Burgers of JC
Today is a very important holiday for us at ChicpeaJC and we celebrate it every year. Actually, more accurately, every week. Happy National Burger Day!! We’ve done so many blog posts on Burgers in Jersey City and we are clearly obsessed. It is absolutely one of our fave foods. People always ask me what my […]
10 vegan/vegan-friendly spots to order delivery + takeout
Looking for vegan options while at home? Order from these local vegan and vegan-friendly spots in the area! Tea NJ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tea NJ (@teanewjersey) Enjoy breakfast sandwiches, rice wraps, bubble tea, and more at Tea NJ. They’re open six days a week (closed Mondays) with delivery available […]
14 spots to buy cocktails to-go in Jersey City + Hoboken
ICYMI: cocktails are now able to be sold for delivery and takeout from local restaurants! Here are some spots in Jersey City and Hoboken that are bringing back their mixed drinks. Be Awesome Feed Somebody/Ani Ramen 218 Newark Ave The crew at BeAwesomeFeedSomebody– Ani Ramen’s non-profit pop up, recently added to-go cocktails to go along […]
6 spots to order delicious desserts for takeout + delivery
Treat yourself to something sweet this week! Order ice cream and baked goods from a few of our favorite spots. Bang Cookies View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bang Cookies (@bangcookies) Order your favorite soft-baked cookies from Bang Cookies with free delivery to Jersey City and Hoboken. You can also orders via […]
Ani Ramen Express Opens Inside District Kitchen For 2 Week Pop Up
It’s been over two months since I got my Ani Ramen fix and I’ve been going through major withdrawals, so is my mini-me (not a day goes by that she doesn’t ask me to get some ramen). It seems like all the #RamenLovers have been sharing the same sentiment. The Ani team closed their doors […]
6 spots to get burgers for delivery + takeout
May is National Hamburger Month, and May 28 is National Burger Day! There are plenty of great burger spots in Jersey City that are still open and offering food to go. Here are just a few to get you started: Diesel & Duke Diesel & Duke is all about the burgers. Grab the burger of […]
9 apps to order alcohol for delivery
Even while we’re quarantined, we all deserve a drink. If you don’t feel like going out to pick up liquor for yourself, try these apps for the extra convenience! Liquor-specific apps If you’re looking to shop from a variety of local retailers to get mixers, wine, beer, spirits, and more, the following apps all work […]
9 spots to order tacos and margarita kits
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and Taco Tuesday at home with these local spots offering tasty food and drinks! Orale 341 Grove St (Jersey City) | 1426 Willow Ave (Hoboken) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Orale Mexican Kitchen (@oralemk) Check out Orale in Jersey City or Hoboken for their braised lamb or […]
14 Food Spots To Order Take-Out/Delivery
If you’re looking for places to order some food, check out some local spots including those that have recently opened back up for takeout and delivery! Just Beclaws https://www.instagram.com/p/B_fz-LAFqqw/ As of May 1, Just Beclaws will be offering contactless delivery and pickup from 2PM to 7PM daily. You can order through Grubhub or via phone […]
Chef Garima Kothari
Over the past weekend, I noticed a resurgence of this old interview I did and before checking the news, I had a sinking feeling that something terrible had happened. Someone sent me the news that Chef Garima Kothari was the victim of a murder-suicide. It’s incredibly heartbreaking to see such a talented woman gone too […]
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