JC Fridays is finally back! Which means summer is officially here! On June 2nd from 5PM to 10PM, stop by the Groove on Grove for great local bands, some fresh cocktails, delicious food from local businesses, and products from vendors of The Artist & Maker Market. THIS IS A FREE EVENT! and perfect for the whole family. […]
Trader Joe’s Opens in Hoboken
Trader Joe’s recently opened their new location in Hoboken. It seems like most of us who live on this side of Hudson County have been waiting for this to happen for a while. As you all know I encourage people to shop local, especially at the farmer’s markets during the summer months, as well as […]
Filipino Restaurant Week and the Growth of the Filipino Food Movement
Attention foodies! The 2017 Filipino Restaurant Week is on and running from May 15 – May 22. Inspired by NY Restaurant Week and now in its third year, eighteen Filipino restaurants from New York and New Jersey will be participating in serving three-course pre-fixe lunch and dinner menus ranging from $10-$35 per person. The Filipino American community […]
Best 7 Eats Under $7
We all know that feeling towards the end of the month, when that next paycheck can’t come any sooner, when you consider taking a nap for dinner, or maybe splurging and buying that cup of noodles. For these tough times, we have found some the best food you can have in Jersey City for cheap. […]
D.I.Y.L.B: Avocado Toast
Alright, let’s admit some stuff here guys, we can be lazy AF when it comes to certain things, especially food, but have no fear! I will do these D.I.Y’s so you don’t have to! I have decided to make a whole series called “Do It Yourself, Lazy Bums” or D.I.Y.L.B for short and the first […]
Top 18 Things to Do in Jersey City This Weekend
This weekend is filled to the brim with specials and celebrations, especially since Cinco De Mayo is right around the corner. Look through and make plans to support a local business’ grand opening or grab some drinks to wind down. Can’t find any events you’re interested in? Our Event Calendar has plenty of options for you! […]
The Historic Downtown Farmers Market’s 10-Year Anniversary
On May 1st, the HDSID is celebrating the Farmers Market’s 10th anniversary with a day of fun-filled events! It all starts off with a ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Fulop at 3PM on the Grove Street PATH Plaza. The Farmers Market started back in 2007 with a small batch of vendors. Over the years, the number of vendors […]
Busy Bee-Tox
A year ago I decided to take control of my health, I felt tired, sluggish and overall unhappy with my body. Exercise was never an issue for me, but eating always has been. If you read my first “Journey to Abs” you already know the full story. I honestly can’t say enough good things about […]
7 New Spots in Jersey City
There are always new spots opening in Jersey City these days, and we love hearing about these new hot spots in the area. Let us know if you’ve been to any of these restaurants, or if you’re looking forward to visiting when they open! Opening Soon FM – 340 Third St. The concept behind FM seemed […]
The Tenants of The Vito A. Lofts
I fell in love with the Vito A. Lofts six months before I moved in. I walked by the building almost every day on my way to the original HQ. Long story short, we moved in January 1st and it’s been awesome. I love them! The building is almost full with only two units left, […]
4 Spots to Get Poutine in Jersey City
Fries, gravy, and cheese. What more could you ask for? I’m from Canada and poutine is huge over there. I didn’t think I’d be able to find good poutine when I moved to Jersey City years ago, but I was surprised! There are just a few places in Downtown Jersey City with poutine on the […]
Top 5 Veg-Friendly Pizza Spots in Hudson County
If you ask most people how they feel about pizza, they would go on and on about how much they love it. Once in a while, I find myself out with friends and we just want to munch on some veggie comfort food. We eventually had a list of go-to spots. If you’re ever in […]
Journey to Abs: Feelings & Food
If you’ve been following along my journey to abs, you know how I feel about dieting. I’ve had a very tough relationship with food throughout the years and, although things are much better, I still sometimes struggle with emotional eating. After the first post I did about this subject, many of you reached out to […]
Graze & Braise Meal Delivery
What can I say, I’m a foodie! I usually try to start planning what I’m going to order for lunch around 10AM because I just never know what I want. With meal delivery services like Graze & Braise, I don’t even have to think about it. Ayaz provides healthy meals that are super filling and are […]
Top 6 Avocado Toasts in the Area
A wise man once said (and by “wise man,” I mean the Grubhub Twitter account), “When it comes to avocado toast, it’s all about the toppings.” Here at ChicpeaHQ, we’re all about avocado toast. While I typically enjoy making it at home, there are plenty of places in Hudson County that offer bomb avocado toasts for […]
Razza’s Ricotta Crostini
The chefs at Razza pride themselves on using high-quality ingredients to make their amazing pizza. They use flour that is milled in Clifton, New Jersey, and they even have their own yeast culture that they use to make the dough rise. Everything down to the bread and butter is homemade. […]
Where to Share Drinks this Valentine’s Day
photo credit to Ethan Covey Photography What better way to spend your Valentine’s Day than at some of the most romantic and sharable joints that Jersey City has to offer? Cozy up to bae at a spot that’s equal parts sweet and sexy from a dinner spot, to wine bar, to a cocktail den with […]
Top 9 Things to Do This Weekend in Jersey City
Whether you care for Valentine’s Day or just want to hang out for the weekend, we have a selection of events just for you! From performances to drinks, we hope you find something you love this weekend. Can’t find any events you’re interested in, or want to find events for the rest of the week? Our Event Calendar […]
HOOD FOOD: La Mexicanita
From downtown Union City to uptown North Bergen, upper Hudson County is a small mecca of immigrant owned businesses worth exploring. Today, I introduce to you all a City I currently reside in and love to eat in, West New York, NJ. My family has been coming to West New York, NJ ever since I […]
Healthy Eats in Jersey City and Hoboken
One of the best things about living in the Jersey City and Hoboken area are all of the new and hip restaurants, bars, and eateries opening up. IronPlate Studios did a little research to help you find the healthiest options at some of the buzziest locations in the area! Next time you are texting with […]
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