I’ve been writing about the JC scene for over two years now and till this day, I am still flabbergasted (yes I said it) by the amount of talented people who are doing cool shit in this city. AJ and Moust, are the owners of Cashletes an athletic apparel brand based out of Jersey City. […]
qplum
qplum is a digital way for people to get the services offered by a hedge fund, for a reasonable price. If you’re like me and have no clue what that means, the wonderful people at qplum make it simple and affordable. What do hedge funds offer? They give people access to certain investment strategies and […]
Sneaker Room
Almost two years ago, I walked in to Sneaker Room with David Diaz, the Central Avenue Special Improvement District manager for the first time. I remember being completely surprised that a store like this existed in the heights of Jersey City. As a result I decided on the spot to conduct an interview with the […]
Taproot Organics
In seven days, I turn thirty-three. This post is very special to me. I’ve been waiting for this exact article ever since I started Chicpeajc. This interview and our collab is my birthday gift. Taproot Organics are Jersey City soap makers that infuse organic ingredients and use real food for their products. I’ve been addicted […]
Sydelle Interiors
You know that room in the house that you talk about fixing up for years but never come around to it? You make plans to get new furniture, choose a paint color, get new art, move shit around, maybe even buy exercise equipment, but then it never happens? For the past two years, we’ve wanted […]
Baby Mantra
Baby Mantra is an excellent skin care company based out of Jersey City that specializes in natural, organic products for babies. I met Nupoor at Short Grain one day and she gave me a few samples to try at home with my mini-chicpea. My little one is not a big bath fan (like most toddlers) […]
Gear To The Street: Dead Since & Madlimited
What’s up Y’all? We back like we left something. This is #GearToTheStreet parte tres, and I’m taking the opportunity to feature some of my fellow Latinos in the game. Both these folks are establishing their imprints in the streetwear scene and have their own cult-like followings. And wouldn’t you know it, both currently reside in […]
Chilltown Collective
Chilltown Collective is a lifestyle apparel brand born out of Jersey City. It is owned, designed and operated by Jersey City natives who are passionate about the creative world. They pride themselves on providing a platform for artist and creatives to express themselves. I’ve been watching Chilltown Collective grow in the past year from the […]
8 Spring Studios
I am a fitness freak; I am the type of person that lives for the next best fitness fad. Part of being in shape is always changing things up in your fitness routine, and I am all about that. That being said, I was never big into Pilates. I just didn’t feel like I was […]
Love, Liesel
Love, Liesel is an adorable jewelry shop that recently took over the old home of Another Man’s Treasure. The store is owned by the sweetest girl bosses I’ve ever met; Heidi and Kerry. They invited me and friend/photographer Andy Mac to check out their store on a beautiful sunny afternoon. To be honest, Jersey City […]
SoledOUT Grand Opening
SoledOUT is a new consignment sneaker shop that recently had its grand opening! The shop is located in Journal Square and carries some of the most exclusive sneakers in the game. Namely, the Yeezy’s which go for around $1,000 + that I secretly (not so secretly) am obsessed with. I met Tony, the owner of […]
The Clearport “Wear you Fly”
I am lucky to say that I am surrounded by many talented and hardworking people. Haytham, aka Hayoner is one of those people. We’ve been friends for a while now, and he’s grown to be someone I admire very much, he is one of my closest Jersey City friends. He is my homie. Haytham is […]
Spring Make Over Transformation
Spring is finally, finally here! Spring in itself is about transformation and with that I am so happy to announce our first transformation make over. The call went out and y’all answered, thanks to everyone who inquired about our #SpringMakeover Giveaway. We took this opportunity to not only transform a lucky lady and get her […]
Makeup Tutorial: Overdrawn Lips
Plump lips have always been desirable, but it seems that lip fillers are more popular than ever lately. I for one am all about bigger lips…but I also don’t really want to spend the money on the upkeep of injections. So if you are like me and would rather spend your money on things like […]
Delta Storage
More and more people are choosing to live in urban areas as opposed to moving to the suburbs. The only issue is space. I think all of us who live in Jersey City in an apartment can attest to this “Where the heck do we put all our accumulated s*&t?” Ever since we had a […]
3 Reasons To Go To Physical Therapy FIRST! Plus: Enter to WIN a Fitbit!
by: Dr. James Pumarada, DPT, Complete Physical Rehabilitation When it comes to maintaining your physical health, there are so many medical specialties out there that it can make your head spin. In addition, there are even more alternative methods to maintaining your everyday health. But I’m here to give you three reasons why, when it […]
Making of a Maker: Niroma Studio
Hello, handmade appreciators! I’m back in the Heights profiling yet another talented JC Maker. Close your eyes… well, fake close them, or you won’t be able to read this dope Making of a Maker story. Imagine a room full of white and light. Everywhere you look are gorgeous, textured works of art – each one […]
70 Columbus, Jersey City’s Hottest New Rental!
Over the summer, I was invited to a sneak peek at the new 70 Columbus building while it was still under construction. Even then I was so impressed with the building’s contemporary design and amazing views. The tower’s contemporary design, including dramatic window-bay columns that project from the building, is visually striking from all angles […]
DRS Medical Associates
This post is a game changer for me. You know how many times I’ve asked for recommendations for a local general practitioner?! Every time I went to visit a new one, my experience has been not the best (I will leave the negative reviews to Yelp). I would resort to going back to Manhattan to […]
GEAR TO THE STREET: Summer Scum
Coming from a self-proclaimed artistic background myself, it dawned on me about a week ago (free Bobby Shmurda & the whole GS9) that I haven’t had the most opportunities to speak on my behalf about the creative thoughts I’ve had in the past thirteen years or so. But luckily, a little recent focus and self-motivation […]
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