It’s hot outside and I think we can all use a refreshing drink to get this week started. Here are some spots to keep you refreshed all week! Monday – June 18 Hudson Hall Take advantage of the nice weather and enjoy a drink outside! Stop by Hudson Hall for some good food and $5 […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 5/14/18 – 5/20/18
Plan your week and check out some local spots for happy hour! Monday – May 14 White Star Bar Kick back and grab a burger with some beer with White Star Bar’s $14 Burger Beer Special every Monday! Tuesday – May 15 Barcade Play some classic arcade games while enjoying $2 off beer and well […]
French Onion Soup Burgers
April is a time of year where we all start to prepare for the incoming warm weather (that seems to be taking a while to kick in) and get ready for a barbecue-filled summer. Burgers are practically a summertime food, but these French Onion Soup burgers are the definition of a comfort food dinner as […]
LSC After Dark: 80s Night
Join Liberty Science Center for LSC After Dark: 80s Night on March 15! Bring out the shoulder pads, big hair, and neon colors for an event of 80s-inspired music and fashion. You can create your own 80s-style video game, learn how to master the Rubik’s Cube, and moonwalk on the dance floor with DJ Dancing Tony! Of […]
National Pancake Day in Jersey City
So, does anyone else enjoy eating pancakes for dinner like I do? I think it’s safe to say that we can we all agree pancakes hold a special place in our hearts the same way tacos and pizza do. Being an American staple and comfort food classic, it’s almost a crime to allow National Pancake Day […]
LSC After Dark: Mardi Gras
On February 15, join Liberty Science Center for LSC After Dark: Mardi Gras! From 6PM to 10PM, immerse yourself in festive experiments, delicious drinks, and plenty of beads! Throughout the night, you can learn the anatomy of a voodoo doll, try out their mind control experiment, meet aquatic creatures from the Louisiana Bayou, and even receive […]
Hudson Hall Jersey City
Hudson Hall, a delicious smokehouse in Jersey City, opened in the fall. This spot is a game changer in the restaurant scene in our city. I went to tour the space before they opened and was completely in awe of the interior design. When you walk in, you are transported to somewhere else! I felt […]
Holiday Ice Cream Sandwiches
For this month’s edition of JC Dishes Lightened Up, I decided to tackle a sweet treat. It is the holidays, after all! My favorite JC spot to visit for a sweet bite is Milk Sugar Love. My husband and I almost always pick up an ice cream sandwich when […]
7 Cookies to eat in Jersey City
It’s National Cookie Day! So naturally we needed to make this handy list for you guys. Here is your free pass to indulge today. Cocoa Bakery 275 Grand St View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cocoa Bakery & Cafe (@cocoabakeryjc) Bang Cookies 1183 Summit Ave View this post on Instagram A […]
DoShe Korean BBQ
I had the honor of checking out the new Korean BBQ spot in Downtown Jersey City, located right next to Talde – Doshe BBQ. They not only serve a great variety of Korean BBQ dishes, all cooked right at your table, but they’re also BYOB and have a downstairs section dedicated to karaoke. You and […]
Guacamole Trio
Everyone knows there are TONS of places to get tacos here in JC…But as far as I know there’s only one place with a guacamole MENU….Orale! Orale is known for delicious tacos, a great happy hour, and the popular nighttime scene. However, you might not know that Orale also has a slew of guacamole […]
Würstbar
Wurstbar opened their doors a year ago and I was honored to be at their grand opening and ribbon cutting. Since then, I’ve eaten at Wurstbar on multiple occasions and absolutely love their food. As some of you may know, I was born and raised in Montreal and one of my favorite foods are Poutine! […]
Fall Farmers Market Cocktails
I was sad to see Summer go this year but luckily we’ve had a pretty warm transition into Fall. Although the colder months are not my favorite, I do love making cocktails, cooking, and baking around this time of year. There’s so much produce in season that’s so easy to throw together to make something […]
Bayonne Turns Vegan!
Bayonne Turns Vegan! Being vegan has become so popular that to me, it seems more like a trend than a lifestyle, especially now with everyone posting their food on social media before eating it. But that’s okay! This is such a better and delicious alternative everyone should try and share, you would not even think it is 100% […]
Piggyback Bar
The Waterfront has seen some incredible changes in the last decade. That being said, it was always a pretty corporate area with a few coffee shops and lunch style eateries. The waterfront was not really a place you would go to on a night out to enjoy a dinner… all that is changing. The Mack-Cali […]
Breakfast Burritos
Ahh, brunch. What would our weekends be without you? For me, brunch is often the highlight of my weekend. Whether it’s a get together with friends or a brunch date with my husband, brunching is one of my favorite weekend activities! The only problem is, Jersey City has so many great brunch options, it can […]
The best salads in Jersey city
We all have that one friend that orders a salad every time they go out to eat. And even though everyone at the table makes fun of them (myself included), I secretly wish that I was that person making the healthier choices. Being that the holiday season is just on the horizon and it’s still […]
5 Cheeseburgers to Try Today in Jersey City
The ideal burger is juicy, filling, and unlike any other. It’s National Cheeseburger Day, so how could you not celebrate with a good burger? Luckily, we’re surrounded by burger spots in Jersey City, so your options are practically endless. Here are a few of our favorites! 1. New Park Tavern 575 West Side Ave New Park […]
Stone House Restaurant
A few weeks ago, we were invited to have dinner at The Stone House in Warren, NJ, a 30-minute drive from Jersey City. The Stone House is owned by Jeanne and Frank Cattrella of Landmark Hospitality who also own Liberty House Restaurant, a Jersey City landmark. After I interviewed VP of Landmark Hospitality John Williams, […]
12 New Food Spots in Jersey City
I can’t even keep up anymore. To be honest, when I moved to Jersey City 10 years ago, I remember getting so excited when one new restaurant would open. Now in a span of just a few short months, we have 13 new spots and I am pretty sure I am missing a few on […]
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