June marks the arrival of prom season, and the LGBTQ youth of Jersey City was not overlooked thanks to YouthConnect (YC) of the Hudson Pride Connections Center (HPCC). On June 18th, the Hudson County Community College (HCCC) Culinary Conference Center up in Journal Square was transported back to a Great Gatsby-esque time when flappers and […]
Top Ten Things to do This Weekend in Jersey City!
The clouds and thunderstorms have drifted away for some intense sunshine and partying this weekend. Make sure you get your butts off the sofa and out this weekend because if you don’t, you will regret it! July 4th falls on a Monday this year, so we set up this week’s list a little differently. Join […]
Chilltown Block Party
This past weekend was Chilltown Collective’s block party in Jersey City and it was actually the most relaxed environment I’ve ever been in. To celebrate their one-year anniversary, Chilltown Collective threw it back and had a block party by Journal Square to not only celebrate the brand, but to bring the diverse community together. Upon […]
Nothing But The Locals
What’s better than discovering new music? Every month, we’ll be sharing the best to come from local artists. With June coming to a close, we’ve made a playlist of songs that we think you’ll love. Check out some local music and you might find something you like! King TJay – We Those Kids A JC […]
Desir Decir
I’ve heard about Desir Decir a lot lately. Whether it’s seeing them on show flyers around Jersey City or hearing about them going on tour with a mutual friend, I decided to check them out. These dudes write some seriously ballsy, no frills rock n roll with catchy hooks and straightforward riffs this was exactly […]
ChicpeaJC Presents a Silent Event: SH*T UP AND LISTEN
It’s time to start the countdown for the upcoming silent event in Jersey City! On July 1st, ChicpeaJC is kicking off the holiday weekend with a silent event, SH*T UP AND LISTEN! After attending a silent event in Miami last year, ChicpeaJC decided to bring a silent event to Jersey City as a way to […]
Top 13 Jersey City Food Trucks
Let’s talk about how food trucks are no longer your typical burger and hot dogs kind of spot. I got to spend some quality time with all these amazing food truck owners and got to see the ins and outs of the industry. First, I want to thank every single owner and employee who took […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 6/27-7/3
Want more? Check us out at haveanight.com and follow us @haveanight_jc! Monday – June 27th Martini Monday @ Henry’s on the Hudson Mondays mean 1/2 price martinis and $5 bar pies, plus Happy Hour 4-8pm with lots of beer and wine specials at Henry’s! Enjoy some of the best views of NYC that Jersey City has to offer […]
Egyptian Festival 2016
July 9th marks the 11th annual Egyptian Festival in Jersey City. Last year, I dedicated a whole week to the Egyptian community in Jersey City leading up to the festival. I spoke to Ahmed Shedeed, the brains behind the fest and a prominent and positive figure in Jersey City. Since then I’ve seen Ahmed at […]
Brownstone Diner’s Pancake Wraps
Every New Jersey town needs at least one great diner (preferably more, of course!). Soon after I moved to Jersey City in 2011, my friend/roommate and I discovered The Brownstone Pancake Factory. It has been our go-to diner ever since. If you’ve ever been there past 9 am on the weekends, you know how extremely […]
Photo Gallery: Art House Summer Blowout
Recap of the Art House Productions Summer Blowout event, shot by new ChicpeaJC event photographer Matt Hockenjos.
Baby Mantra
Baby Mantra is an excellent skin care company based out of Jersey City that specializes in natural, organic products for babies. I met Nupoor at Short Grain one day and she gave me a few samples to try at home with my mini-chicpea. My little one is not a big bath fan (like most toddlers) […]
Gear To The Street: Dead Since & Madlimited
What’s up Y’all? We back like we left something. This is #GearToTheStreet parte tres, and I’m taking the opportunity to feature some of my fellow Latinos in the game. Both these folks are establishing their imprints in the streetwear scene and have their own cult-like followings. And wouldn’t you know it, both currently reside in […]
Top 14 Things to do This Weekend in Jersey City
Beach it up and down this weekend because the weather calls for it! This weekend there is all about partying away in Jersey City! Take to a party or an after party—just make sure you don’t stay in and if that’s what you want to do, there are more relaxed events just waiting to be […]
Chilltown Collective
Chilltown Collective is a lifestyle apparel brand born out of Jersey City. It is owned, designed and operated by Jersey City natives who are passionate about the creative world. They pride themselves on providing a platform for artist and creatives to express themselves. I’ve been watching Chilltown Collective grow in the past year from the […]
Chrissi Poland
Chrissi Poland is one of those people that you know you’re going to love even before meeting them, she is an amazing singer/songwriter who currently lives in the heights. Chrissi invited me over along with friend and photog Andy Mac to chat and also hear her sing. Chrissi has the most amazing voice, she is […]
Golfing for the Jersey City Youth Foundation
One of my favorite non-profit organizations is The Jersey City Youth Foundation. They do amazing work raising money for the youth of Jersey City so I try to support them as much as I can. When my friend Marelyn invited me to their Golfing Fundraiser at the Skyway Golf Course in Jersey City. I couldn’t […]
Jersey City Weekly Happy Hour Specials: 6/20-6/26
Want more? Check us out at haveanight.com and follow us @haveanight_jc! Monday – June 20th $14 Burger and a Beer @ White Star (either location) Monday’s aren’t so bad when you can chow down on a delicious burger and sip on a tasty beer at either White Star location for only $14! Tuesday – June 21st USA vs. […]
Photo Gallery: Jersey City Project Eats
Recap of the Jersey City Project Eats event, shot by new ChicpeaJC event photographer Matt Hockenjos.
Frequently Asked Questions
A while ago I put up a post on social media asking if people had any questions, whether it was about me, the blog, or Jersey City! So here it is. Everything you asked! — About Chicpea Q: How long did you wait before leaving your full-time job in order to pursue your brand? -Emily […]