New Year, new me! just kidding. As you all know I am all about health and fitness but also about making life simple. I think the hardest part about leading a healthy lifestyle is having the time to prep healthy food. We compiled a list of our favorite healthy meal delivery services to get you […]
11 New Restaurants to Check Out in the Jersey City Area
It’s pretty crazy that since our last “New Eats” post, over ten new spots have opened around Jersey City! Although, I have a feeling we are missing a bunch more. Keep this list handy for when you are looking for something new to try. I am slowly chipping away at this list myself. Here is […]
Top Things to Do for Christmas in Jersey City 2016
With Christmas weekend coming up quick, places close early or aren’t open at all. We know how tedious it can be to scramble for last-minute ideas, so we compiled a list for anyone who wants find something to eat or a quick thing to do. Happy Holidays! Friday 1. Bryan Beninghove’s Christmas Spectacular December 23rd @ 9:00 […]
6 Places To Get Açai Bowls in JC
You’d be lying if you say you haven’t noticed how popular açai bowls are becoming. In any place that focuses on health or has a selection of natural juices, you’re bound to find an açai bowl or two in the menu. Here at ChicpeaJC, we love getting açai bowls for breakfast or a mid-afternoon meal. Check […]
Isa Eats: 3 Local Faves
Growing up in Jersey City, almost everyone called me Isa. My whole name is Isamar Veras. Many know me now as Skinny Minnie and that’s perfectly cool. My parents raised me in this city and brought me to a ton of places I can always go back to. All of these places are local favorites […]
Atlas Public House
It seems like Jersey City has been waiting for Atlas to open for the longest time, and the day finally came a few weeks ago! Atlas invited my family and me to their soft opening, and while we enjoyed the most delicious drinks and food, we were greeted by one of the owners – Michel. As […]
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 […]
Date Night Ideas: iPic Theaters in Fort Lee
You’re probably wondering, “Is the hype even worth it?” I’m here to tell you, YES! It’s so worth it! The new iPic Theaters Hudson Lights in Fort Lee, NJ a 30 minute drive from Jersey City, transforms your usual “dinner and a movie” into an experience that is beyond luxurious. Check out these five reasons why you […]
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 […]
Madame Claude’s Apple Cinnamon Crepes
The other day, I spotted some local apples at the Hamilton Park Farmer’s Market–one of my favorite signs that fall is here! I immediately started daydreaming about how to use these apples to celebrate the new season. I decided to make apple cinnamon crepes, inspired by the crepes from one of my favorite Jersey City […]
Top 10 Romantic Date Night Spots in Jersey City
The weather is getting chilly and it’s a good time to find a partner in crime to pass the cold winter months, eat great food, watch Netflix, and of course “chill.” It’s also a great time to re-kindle those long term relationships and marriages! For the parents, the kids are back at school, so you […]
Baonanas
It’s no secret that I have a major sweet tooth. Dessert is definitely my favorite meal of the day! I first tried Baonanas, homemade banana pudding made in Jersey City, at Project Eats over the summer. After the first bite, I was in love and ended up polishing the whole thing even though I was […]
Top 10 New Vendors at the All About Downtown Street Fair
I cannot believe it’s already that time of year!! The BEST Jersey City event of the year is happening this Saturday. The 6th Annual All About Downtown Street Fair is right around the corner on Saturday, September 17th! I am so excited to be coming back as a vendor! We have a few special things planned for our […]
5 Burgers To Try in Jersey City
It’s Labor Day weekend, the perfect time to get your grill on and enjoy the end of summer. Don’t have a grill? Well, we compiled a list of 5 burgers you need to try in Jersey City! This is your click bait of the week! Do you have any burger recommendations? Let us know! […]
7 New Restaurants to Try in Jersey City
In a place like Jersey City, there are always new restaurants opening up to appeal to the different cuisines everyone loves. From bagels for breakfast to some gelato for dessert, we have the hot new restaurants in Jersey City you need to check out! [wc_divider style=”dotted” line=”single” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=””] Latham House 299 Marin Blvd Latham House opened just […]
Chef Ruby Felix at Talde
This post is so exciting for me! I never thought in a million years that my job would consist of having lunch with an executive chef at one of the best restaurants in Jersey City, Talde. I’ve been eating here since they opened and have grown very fond of the people who work there and […]
Top 9 Veggie Eats in Jersey City!
Finding good veg-friendly foods used to be like finding the holy grail, but through time, vegetarian and vegan options in restaurants have become more commonplace. Now, I can go virtually anywhere in the area and find something good to eat that is free of animal products. Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, or just looking to try different foods, […]
Top 10 BYOBs to Try in Jersey City
This post is long overdue. To be honest, I wrote this for myself, as I needed a handy list of spots to go to when I have wine and beer at home. As much as I love going to a restaurant and ordering a fancy cocktail or a bottle of wine, sometimes it gets a […]
Anthony Giglio
A few months ago, while interviewing pop singer Chrissi Poland, she mentioned that her next door neighbor was THE Anthony Giglio – Food & Wine writer, author, sommelier, and entertainer. I was in shock. When she told me Anthony was born and raised in Jersey City, I nearly fell off my chair. I asked her right […]
Top Ten Things to do This Weekend in Jersey City
Happy weekend! It’s going to be a hot one, but we’ve got some great evening events that’ll keep you cool and having fun! This weekend’s list is condensed, regardless of the event, you choose, get out there and enjoy yourself! Can’t find any events you’re interested in? Our Event Calendar has nearly thirty events this weekend so […]
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