Football season is upon us, that means: an endless supply of chicken wings, flat-screen TVs, and a cold bottle of beer. It’s undeniable that chicken wings are a football party staple. Whether it’s a house party or a good sports bar, it would seem incomplete without buffalo wings on the menu. If you are looking […]
Let’s TACO bout it – 7 Great Taco Spots in Jersey City
Tuesday or not, we love some delicious tacos any day of the week. We created a list of the best taco spots in Jersey City. From the OG taco spots to the newest and coolest, there’s a place where you can enjoy delicious tacos with a cold bottle of Jarritos, fresh fruit shake, or beer. […]
Meet Rob and Kathryn of SoCBD
CBD has been the hot health trend this year, so many different CBD products popping up on the market it can make your head spin. You can get CBD almost everywhere, even at gas stations! CBD is known to help relieve various ailments, It helps with anxiety, stress and sleep issues. That being said, not […]
Where to Play Pool in Jersey City + Hoboken
Beer and billiards have been one of the best ways to socialize and enjoy among a group of friends. It is known to sharpen the mind, help build focus, and hone good hand-eye coordination. Luckily, Jersey City and Hoboken are no stranger to amazing spaces such as pubs and pool halls. Here is a list […]
Iris Records on Brunswick Street Closing
After 22 years, Iris Records’ storefront on 114 Brunswick St is closing, with its last day on February 16. They recently sent out a newsletter announcing the closing, and we’re sad to see the storefront go! What happened? It’s no secret that rent is rising and online retailers get more attention, but a large part […]
Healthier Pumpkin Muffins
Fall always makes me want to bake, but sometimes my motivation isn’t quite enough to see me through a huge, complicated baking project. With all the fun fall activities to do locally, I’m looking for quick recipes that don’t require too much time so that I can head back out again. One of my favorite […]
Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli with Homemade Marinara
Growing up, I was that kid who didn’t like sandwiches. My mom cooked a can of Chef Boyardee for me most mornings, and I took it to school in a thermos. Although now I wouldn’t touch the stuff with a ten foot pole, I am still a huge pasta […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Delightful Frozen Cocktails in Jersey City
My favorite part about the drinking scene in Jersey City right now is that there are so many different places to go. When the warm weather hits, nothing hits the spot like a good frozen cocktail. One thing I’ve noticed this Summer is many establishments offering up some really great frozen drink options on their […]
80’s Glam Cocktail
Mathew’s Food and Drink is a relatively new addition to the Jersey City restaurant scene, having opened in the fall of 2016. During its construction, I remember walking by often, eagerly wondering what this new spot would be like. Even from the first pictures I saw on social media, I knew I wouldn’t be disappointed. […]
Fresh Freeze Ice Cream
Every week we will be featuring a new #JCspot on the blog! Food, shops and hangout spots! Where should we go next? First up is Freshy Freeze Ice Cream located on 512 Jersey Ave.
ME and EM For Good
Alex and I went on a small adventure in Hoboken to interview women-owned “ME & EM For Good,” a jewelry brand conceived from an unfortunate event in one of the founder’s life. This interview was not only fun, meeting two best friends who are business partners, but it was also inspiring and humbling to see […]
Technochic
If you’ve attended one of the awesome LSC After Dark events recently, you may have spotted the TechnoChic booth, where guests created their own light up flower and bow tie pins. Natasha is the creator and owner of TechnoChic. She is a talented designer who has lived in Jersey City for almost six years. Natasha is currently running […]
JC Dishes Lightened up: Rustique’s Holly Sandwich
Rustique, a small but cozy restaurant in the Hamilton Park neighborhood, is very dear to my heart. It was not only the site of my 30th birthday back in June, but it was also where I went on my first official date with my husband. The pizza is amazing and so is all of the […]
The Grind Shop x ChicpeaJC
Anyone who has met me knows I love coffee. I have two to three cups a day. I can’t start my morning without it! So you can imagine my excitement when I heard The Grind wanted to work on a drink collab. I visited The Grind at their new location in The Baker Building and was […]
Chicpea’s Top 6 Places to Get Coffee
1. Angel Azul Bakery Cafe The cafe con leche at Angel Azul Bakery in the heights is what dreams are made of. I don’t get this coffee as often as I would like, it’s more like a once-in-a-while treat then a morning ritual but it’s definitely one my favorites and it’s also only $1.25! It has […]
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 […]
The Hair Room JC
It is no secret that The Hair Room JC is part of my official “Glam Squad,” I probably see them atleast once a week to get my hair done for all my events. I’ve been friends with Anatalie, girl boss of the Hair Room JC since before she even had a salon. Anatalie is a […]
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