Wow! What a year! So many babes! We started this funny column exactly two years ago, sort of started as a joke and it grew wings. Being a Babe of JC is not just about looks etc, it’s really the whole package. That’s what we look for. We love highlighting local people who are awesome and unique. Cheers to all the babes featured this year! Before we get to the December babes check out what you missed from 2019!
Babes of JC June Hot Dad Edition 2019
February Couple Goals Edition 2019
Alright!! Let’s get to December shall we?
Megan Grindle – @mmg0730
Megan is a young artist trying to make a name for herself in the art world.
What do you currently do for a living?
I am currently a muse at Kate Spade New York. I sell luxury goods and assist with all things visual in the Broome Street location, as well as helping out with market weeks at the corporate office. I am also a freelance artist that does commissions.
What is your dream job?
My conventional dream job is a college professor. I want to show students how to perfect their craft and their skill and make a career out of it. I want to show them all of the different possibilities that can be presented with a fine arts background. But I feel as if my actual dream job is to truly be an inspiration to young artists. Someone I would have looked up to in the beginning stages of my life and artistic career, and someone who I could go to for guidance.
What is your favorite place to hang out or eat in Jersey City?
I’ve been living in Jersey City for a little over a year now and I’m still discovering amazing places, but so far I love Newark Avenue. Every establishment makes you feel welcomed and ensures that you have a great time, whether you are with friends, family, or enjoying time by yourself. I love going to South House and Porta. I also enjoy places like Gringos, Hamilton Pork, and Hudson Hall!
How does it feel to be nominated as a JC babe?
I’m surprised and flattered. Being relatively new here, I am learning how great and welcoming everyone is.
What are 3 random facts about yourself?
I have a peanut butter and jelly sandwich everyday!
I love Celine Dion, especially for karaoke.
I am terrified of the deep sea, clowns, and the dark.
What is the craziest thing you’ve ever done or wanted to do?
Craziest thing I’ve done: moving six hours away from my friends and family to experience something new and start my life.
Craziest I want to do: I would love to get my pilot’s license. With my father being in the Air Force for 32 years, I always admired the idea of flying and seeing the world from thousands and thousands of feet up…although, I am scared of heights, so it will be an interesting skill for me to learn.
What do you love most about Jersey City?
I love how authentic Jersey City is. I enjoy the hospitality and the people. I moved to the right place!
Mark Censits – @wineguymark
Mark is a NJ native, a father of 3, a guitar player, an Ironman Triathlon finisher and the founder of CoolVines Wine & Spirits.
What do you currently do for a living?
I run CoolVines!
What is your dream job?
I’m doing it, though I wouldn’t might working a little less, traveling a little more.
What is your favorite place to hang out or eat in Jersey City?
If I’m not at one of our open mic nights or other events in the Butler Café inside CoolVines Powerhouse, then I am happily dining at Latham House, right in between my 2 stores!
How does it feel to be nominated as a JC babe?
I’m incredibly flattered to be objectified!
What are 3 random facts about yourself?
My parents did not drink wine when I was young.
My last name used to be spelled Csencsitz – an almost unpronounceable Hungarian name.
I ride a folding bike everywhere I go in Jersey City, 12 months a year.
What is the craziest thing you’ve ever done or wanted to do?
Leave my consulting partnership in the prime of my career with a non-working spouse and 1 kid in college with 2 on the way!
What do you love most about Jersey City?
The interconnected community of business people, artists, and community members.
Sean Anderson – @YoungGizzleDB
Sean Anderson ( Young Gizzle ) is a fresh upstart music producer from Jersey City. The quintessential super-producer, who does it all from writing/producing to engineering has become the catalyst for the reemergence of soulful samples that are woven into hard-hitting beats reminiscent of the past.
What do you currently do for a living?
I’m currently working at the USPS aside from producing & being a full time father
What is your dream job?
My dream job is to be able to produce and create music for the ear, and be able to push the culture forward & be able to take care of my family from it.
What is your favorite place to hang out or eat in Jersey City?
I’m a simple man, so a corner store deli sandwich will do me justice. But I like to go to Stellas/ A1 deli on the late night if I’m hungry
How does it feel to be nominated as a JC babe?
It definitely feels cool. I’ve never been on this type of time before so it’s cool to be outside of my element for a change.
What are 3 random facts about yourself?
I watch movies just to listen to the score so I can get some inspiration for beats
I was in Common & Mary J Blige’s “ Come Close “ music video ( for 3 seconds lol ) & I was there because I was suspended from school
In 6th grade I came in 3rd place at the spelling bee at my school PS 24.
What is the craziest thing you’ve ever done or wanted to do?
I’ve done A lot of crazy things lol but when I was like 11/12I used to climb the back of my old apartment building’s fire escape all the way to the roof religiously.
What do you love most about Jersey City?
What I love most about Jersey City is the toughness along with the diversity. I feel like if you can make it out of here, you’ll be good anywhere in the world.
Alexis Cartagena – @_alexiscartagena
Alexis Cartagena is a millennial who is ready to take the world by storm. As a young woman, she has a true passion of giving back to the community and being a resource for other fire young women. She uses her own story and experiences to empower others with tools, advice and strategies to change their trajectories. Growing up, her family always helped others in need and that is something that has always stuck with her when staying grounded in why we are here and that we all have a purpose.
What do you currently do for a living?
The creator of The Millennial Rookie podcast, owner of the restaurant Martha’s in Jersey City (la flameeee) and a risk professional in asset management
What is your dream job?
Everyday I am living my dream job. I wake up every morning empowered to take on the day. My dream job is really this journey that I am on to create a legacy for my own family.
What is your favorite place to hang out or eat in Jersey City?
Aside from eating at Martha’s lol. I do like to hang downtown on Grove St. In the summer the rooftop at The Ashford is amazing. I love the energy and vibes plus the content that can be created from the entire area.
How does it feel to be nominated as a JC babe?
What are 3 random facts about yourself?
What is the craziest thing you’ve ever done or wanted to do?
Skydiving…. is that too cliche? Lol I really want to skydive but I am like also afraid of heights so maybe 1 day. I have a few friends who actually went and said they had the time of their lives. So we shallllll seeeeee
What do you love most about Jersey City?
I love that you can feel like you are in New York City vibing right in New Jersey. The area has changed so much just over the last 6 years that I have really been there. However, it feels like home. I feel like I literally get any type of cuisine, catch any vibe and really really feel like I’m home. JC is where it’s at, don’t try to catch on now lol
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