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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Where to buy house plants in + around Jersey City
Add some life and color to your home with a variety of house plants. Support some of our favorite local businesses and plant-lovers as you spruce up your home! Tia Planta722 Montgomery St, Jersey City Offers: delivery, curbside pickup Social media + website: Instagram | Website The Plant House246 Randolph Ave, Jersey City Offers: delivery, […]
My favorite workout clothing brands
One of my biggest motivators for working-out aside from the health and wellness benefits is cute workout clothes. When people ask me how they can get motivated to work-out I always tell them, find a workout class/gym/routine you like, prepare an awesome playlist and invest in comfortable and cute workout gear. It truly does help! […]
Holiday Markets to Check Out in the Area
Get the last of your holiday gifts at some great local holiday markets! Jersey City Women’s Collaborative Holiday Bazaar View this post on Instagram A post shared by JC Women’s Collaborative (@jcwomenscollaborative) When: December 12 @ 11AM – 5PM Where: Deep Space Gallery, 77 Cornelison Ave, Jersey City Holiday Pop-up Market at Sirenetta View this post […]
Your Local Gift Guide for the 2020 Holiday Season
The gift-giving holiday season is practically right around the corner! We’ve always promoted shopping local, but this year’s pandemic has led businesses to take a significant hit, so it’s important now more than ever to shop from small businesses in the area. If you’re looking for something special to send to your friends/family, even if […]
Best Gifts to Get Millennials this Holiday Season
With the major holidays just around the corner and Black Friday on the horizon, it’s time to start thinking about presents! If you’re not sure what to look for as the holidays close in, you may start to panic. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with this list of the best gifts to get […]
6 Holiday Activities To Do in NYC and New Jersey
If you plan to spend the holidays in the NYC and New Jersey areas, you’ll need to know what to do and what’s actually open! From outdoor ice skating rinks to holiday lights at the zoo, there are still plenty of fun ways to get festive this holiday season. Here is your guide to the […]
Marijuana Legalization in New Jersey
The first positive update from the election last week was that New Jersey voted to legalize the recreational use of marijuana, but with that came many questions. What does it all mean? Other than anyone 21+ being able to buy marijuana? So many questions: taxes, social justice, allocation of licenses, rules/regulations. I reached out to […]
Best Natural Remedies from Around the World
Many countries around the world have been using natural remedies for healing for thousands of years. These traditional antidotes are still used today as an alternative to modern medicine and utilize natural, often regional ingredients for their healing powers. Check out our list of the best natural remedies from around the world! Jamu Juice, Bali […]
(Pole) Dancing Queen: Caprice Burrell
“What if I fall? Oh, but my darling, what if you fly?” Girl, you might! ¯\_ (ツ)_/¯ Thanks to JLo’s 2019 Hustlers and Cardi B, many people have dipped into the world of pole dancing. While it may look easy and alluring to do, you soon find out how much strength and precision it takes […]
5 CBD Products You Must Try At The Green Room
Last month we had the chance to sit down with Darek, owner of The Green Room, a shop specializing in all things CBD. He gave me some samples to help with my anxiety and sleep issues and I am absolutely hooked. We went to visit him at his second location in Montclair to hear what […]
18 women-owned beauty and wellness businesses in Jersey City
For National Women’s Small Business Month, we’re highlighting some local women-owned businesses. Support beauty, fashion, fitness, and wellness businesses in the area owned and operated by women! This is by no means a comprehensive list of the many women-owned businesses in the area. We just wanted to highlight some of our favorites in Jersey City! […]
7 Ways to Celebrate Halloween at Home This Year
Covid-19 has claimed a lot of things this year, but we won’t let it claim Halloween too! We’re fighting back by still getting in the spooky spirit and enjoying some Covid-friendly Halloween festivities. Here are 7 ways to celebrate Halloween at home this year. Put your treats in individual grab bags With social distancing at […]
Pumpkin patches + corn mazes to visit in New Jersey
Celebrate autumn and make a day of it with friends and family! Stop by some local farms for fun mazes and pumpkin picking, a few of which offer nighttime corn maze activities perfect for adults. Heaven Hill Farms Vernon, NJ https://www.instagram.com/p/CGAZupyFDyn/ Tickets: Available for purchase online Website: https://heavenhillfarm.com/ Alstede Farms Chester, NJ View this post […]
10 Ways To Improve Your Interview Skills This Fall
With fall coming in hot, the season brings with it a sense of fresh starts and new beginnings. If you’re considering applying to a new job or starting up a side-hustle, read on! Here are some great ways to improve your interview skills this fall! Do your homework Read up on the company and position […]
8 Fall Baking Projects to Do with Your Kids
There are few things more fun than starting up a baking project with your kids when the weather starts to turn. From apple crisp to pumpkin rolls to Halloween cookies, fall is the perfect time to get in the kitchen and spend some quality time together as a family. When it’s done, your kids will […]
The Green Room Hoboken
This platform has been a huge advocate for Cannabis, the legalization of it, the use of it for medicinal purposes, for recreational and also for social justice reasons. It’s a well known fact that this magical plant and it’s use has many many benefits. Let’s talk about CBD. CBD stands for cannabidiol. It is the […]
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