Whenever I am travelling, or even going to NYC, I always do my research for the most “Instagrammable” places. But why should I have to leave my hometown just to take a nice picture? So, I went out to ten different restaurants and cafes all across Jersey City with super cool decor (aka lots of […]
Health Update with a Local Nurse: Heart & Circulation
Like I mentioned in my first article, the heart is the second most important organ after your brain. That’s because it pumps blood all over the body constantly for your entire life. Blood is mostly water, which as you’ll recall is a nutrient itself, but it also serves as a liquid medium for all the […]
Peres Center for Peace
I know what you’re thinking, what does this have to do with Jersey City? It doesn’t, not really… but it’s important enough and made such an impact on me that it deserves it’s own post. If one person reads this and gets inspired by the idea behind the Peres Center For Peace, then I’ve done […]
Meet Rob and Kathryn of SoCBD
CBD has been the hot health trend this year, so many different CBD products popping up on the market it can make your head spin. You can get CBD almost everywhere, even at gas stations! CBD is known to help relieve various ailments, It helps with anxiety, stress and sleep issues. That being said, not […]
Babes of Jersey City – June 2019
It’s getting really hot in here… Summer is in full swing so we needed to give you guys a double dose of Jersey City Babes this month! Know a local hottie that should be featured? Email us at Info@chicpeaJC.com Maddy Cretella – @maddycretella Maddy Cretella is a 26 year old New York native who has […]
Where to Play Pool in Jersey City + Hoboken
Beer and billiards have been one of the best ways to socialize and enjoy among a group of friends. It is known to sharpen the mind, help build focus, and hone good hand-eye coordination. Luckily, Jersey City and Hoboken are no stranger to amazing spaces such as pubs and pool halls. Here is a list […]
7 Amusement Parks to Visit this Summer
It’s summertime, which means thrill rides are back in season! Plan a trip to one of these amusement parks in the area with friends or family. Six Flags Jackson, NJ A Jersey classic, Six Flags Great Adventure has a bunch of rides for adults and kids along with Hurricane Harbor’s water rides and their Safari […]
Health Update with a Jersey City Nurse: Nutrition Basics
As I mentioned previously, nutrition is poorly understood by most people. The reason for this is simple: it’s just really, really complicated. There are a huge number of different nutrients that all have their own function in the body. You need each one in a specific amount, and they interact with one another. So just […]
Your 2019 Father’s Day Gift Guide
Father’s Day is quickly approaching. Shop for the dads in your life at some local shops! Virile 510 Jersey Ave View this post on Instagram A post shared by Virile Heart & Heritage (@virile) Virile offers great grooming services, including a Father & Son package! You can contact them for pricing – it starts at […]
Types of Cannabinoids Found in Full Spectrum CBD Products
The cat is out of the bag when it comes to CBD. It’s pretty much everywhere you go, so accessible you can find it at some gas stations. But quality over quantity. It’s super important to educate yourself before purchasing a random CBD product. That is why I teamed up with the best in the […]
JC Cribs: 323 7th Street
Climb the stairway to seventh-street-heaven in this top-to-bottom show-stopper, single family home in gorgeous Hamilton Park. From the 7.5″ European oak floors all the way up to the mezzanine roof deck, this new construction with 4 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half bath, over 2,000sq ft home offers a versatile layout, ample outdoor space, and manhattan-level, […]
Health Update with a Jersey City Nurse: Introduction to Your Body
Hello everyone! My name is James and I am a nurse working in Jersey City. I am honored to be writing articles on health for this blog, and I hope you will find what I have to say both interesting and useful. My goal is to use my knowledge and passion to help people live […]
Jersey City Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is on May 12 this year, and it’s right around the corner. If you still have your mom in your life and have a good relationship with her, why not treat her to a gift to thank her for all her love and work? Here’s some gift ideas for that mother/mother-figure in your […]
10 Ways to Spring Clean Your Life
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, the layers of clothes are slowly coming off, and with that comes new beginnings and a time to reassess our lives. We spring clean our homes; clean out our closets, throw out shit we don’t need, get rid of things we no longer use. But what about […]
JC Cribs Episode 2: Jake & Tyler
Welcome to Episode 2 of JC Cribs! A monthly series where we go into people’s unique homes in Jersey City. For our first second episode, we have Jake and Tyler – dog parents to Cookie a rescue pup, partners in life and in crime! Jake Hudnut is the Chief Prosecutor of Jersey City and Tyler […]
7 Conditions CBD May Help Relieve
Today is 4/20 Day, and although adult use of marijuana is not legal in New Jersey yet, CBD is. There are many benefits to using CBD for various conditions! Please note that CBD is not a replacement for medications. Talk to your doctor about using CBD to determine what would work best for you. Anxiety […]
Found my Zen at Asana Soul Practice
Ever since I came back from my trip to Thailand, I made a promise to myself that I would try and disconnect from the world and do more yoga and meditation. It hasn’t been perfect, but whenever I can I’ve been going to Asana Soul Practice’s Studio in The Powerhouse District. As soon as you […]
DeCarlos, Bespoke Tailor and Menswear Designer in Jersey City
Would you believe me if I told you that Mr. DeCarlos has been on my most wanted to interview list since the inception of ChicpeaJC? But for some reason, the timing was never right, until recently. I ran into him and said, “Can we do this thing already?” DeCarlos is one of the best dressed […]
Journey to Abs: Diet & Fitness Q&A
A month ago, I asked my followers and readers to send me their health and fitness questions. The most common inquiry I got was what was my typical week like, how often I train and what I eat on a daily basis, and what helped me achieve my goals. Now first thing – what works […]
Podcasts to Check Out If You Haven’t Already
Podcasts have been getting a lot of traction in the past few years. Whether you’re looking for a new podcast or have never found a podcast that you actually enjoy, here are a few local (and non-local) podcasters! Local Talk on the Hudson Every Wednesday at 9PM, tune into this political podcast that gives attention […]
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