Whenever I think about Hoboken, so much comes to mind! Hoboken is a small town in Hudson County just north of Jersey City’s Newport neighborhood. It is easily accessible via the NJT Light Rail or the Path train. Hoboken is well known for their many restaurant and bar choices along the Washington Street strip. However, […]
Eye Candy Lash Bar
I live by the saying, “Don’t let anyone with bad eyebrows tell you anything about life.” I am not a high maintenance type of woman, but I think having good brows and nice lashes changes the way your face looks. I get my brows and lashes done every month. I call it “High maintenance to […]
Last Minute Gift Ideas for Fathers Day
So Father’s day is this Sunday June 18th 2017! And maybe you’re organized, well prepared and spent weeks diligently shopping for the perfect gift. Or maybe you’re middle name is procrastination and you’re still looking for some last minute inspiration. Well if you have no idea where to start…no worries because I have literally stopped […]
Basic Invite Stationery
Want to step up your Thank You card game? Basic Invite is a business that focuses on customizable cards and invitations, and they recently released a new line of baby-centric stationery! With this collection, you can customize baby shower invitations and thank you cards for baby showers. With Basic Invite, you have over 180 color options and you can preview […]
Beauty Businesses in Journal Square
Self-care and occasional pampering is important to keep yourself relaxed and feeling great. There are plenty of businesses in Journal Square that focus on helping guests feel beautiful, comfortable, and refreshed! Here are five spots plenty of locals rave about in Journal Square. Venus Salon 2818 Kennedy Boulevard Originally from Bayonne, Venus Salon recently opened […]
3 Stylish Ways You Can Help Save the Earth!
With Earth Day around the corner, our social consciousness may be kicking in slightly more than usual. Yes, the price tags at Forever 21 and Zara are unbeatable, but they do come at a cost. Fast Fashion is the number two polluter in the WORLD. You might want to keep that in mind the next […]
ME and EM For Good
Alex and I went on a small adventure in Hoboken to interview women-owned “ME & EM For Good,” a jewelry brand conceived from an unfortunate event in one of the founder’s life. This interview was not only fun, meeting two best friends who are business partners, but it was also inspiring and humbling to see […]
Corkscrew Bar & Grill
Throughout the years, Jersey City Heights has undergone some changes, but for the most part has managed to keep that cozy community feel to it. Some small businesses have come and gone, but a lot have managed to withstand the test of time. Corkscrew Bar & Grill is one of those businesses and they’re a […]
Scotland Yard in Hoboken
Just like anyone else living in Hudson County, I owe many of my favorite (and sloppiest) memories since the age of twenty-one to Hoboken’s Washington Street bar scene. Since then, I have seen many of those bars and lounges come and go. However, there are those bars, like Scotland Yard, that started off as some […]
Top 9 Places for Value Shopping in Journal Square
As someone who has grown up in Hudson County and was raised on the concept of value shopping, I realized most people don’t know where to go for essentials at a reasonable price. There’s a strange connotation behind buying clothes from certain stores simply based on value, but let’s be realistic – most people can’t afford to […]
Luna De Papel
It was a beautiful cold day when I ventured into the Communipaw Ave area to meet the owner of Luna De Papel. To no surprise, the area is drastically different from my memories as a child visiting my grandmother on Johnston Avenue. With more homes being built and unique shops opening up, Communipaw is definitely an understated area. […]
Top 5 Beauty Gifts for Valentine’s Day
It’s February and love is in the hair, or is it air? In my world, it all kinda runs together. What I love the most about February is the opportunity we have to remind each other how much we do love one another. With the current political climate, what a better time than now to […]
Top Places for Valentine’s Day Goodies in Jersey City
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and we have two words for you: “sweets” and “flowers.” Of course, you can always stop by a Duane Reade for a box of Russell Stover chocolates, but there are some other options that take it the extra mile. Here are a few of our favorites you should […]
IronPlate’s Fitness Holiday Gift Guide
If you’re anything like the people at IronPlate Studios, wellness and fitness are gifts that you want to share with your family and friends this holiday season. The IronPlate team curated a health-minded gift guide that promotes fitness, mindful eating, and overall health and wellness. Read on to find out what IronPlate is loving this […]
Jersey City Holiday Gift Guide 2016
Here at ChicpeaJC, we like to keep it local, and what better way than creating a local Holiday gift guide to help you find what you’re looking for during the Holidays? We have created a list of local stores that are placed into categories based off of the person you’re looking to buy a gift […]
Top 10 Shopping Deals in Jersey City
It is the day after Thanksgiving, which is one of the biggest shopping weekends of the year! We encourage everyone to shop local! We rounded up ten spots that are having special deals for Black Friday and for Small Biz Saturday! Please don’t forget to share your favorite Small Business Saturday moments on Facebook, Twitter, […]
Top 11 Thanksgiving Holiday Workouts in Jersey City
It’s that time of year, the time when we like to throw caution to the wind and forget about those workouts we’ve been doing so well with all year in the name of some sweet, sweet turkey and gravy. But it doesn’t have to be that way! I’ve rounded up the top 11 ways for […]
Choc•O•Pain French Bakery and Cafe + Bloomsbury Sq
I’ve been going to the Choc•O•Pain downtown since the day it opened a few years ago. It is the most authentic French bakery I’ve ever been to in the NY/NJ area. When you walk into Choc•O•Pain, the scents of fresh baked goods overcome you. The coffee is always on point, and the baristas are extremely […]
HDSID Presents: Your Guide to Back To School
Parents: the school year is starting up soon! It’s time to make sure you have everything ready for your kids to start off on the right foot. From backpacks to tutoring lessons and from dentists to new gear, ChicpeaJC has you covered. The Historic Downtown Special Improvements district hooked us up with a list of the top spots […]
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