Summer is knocking and beach season is upon us. As someone who lived in Tel Aviv for a few years and spent almost every day at the beach, and now living in the Jersey City/NYC area, I greatly miss the beach days during the cooler months. I love living in Jersey City because it's awesome, and it's also in close proximity to Manhattan and to the shore, but my favorite beach town is Asbury Park. Asbury Park is like an extension of Jersey City. It's up and coming with tons of amazing restaurants, murals, … [Read More...]
LATEST
Top 5 Headlines of the Week in Jersey City
More news, coming your way! Bring cash for the PATH vending machines As of Thursday, debit and credit cards are still not being accepted at PATH vending machines. Bring cash! https://twitter.com/PATHTrain/status/1131654778591690752 Jersey City to Offer On-Demand Public Transit Solution According to a recent press release, Mayor Fulop and the City Council are moving ahead with a request for proposals forming a unique vendor partnership to create an innovative transit system with virtual stops and … [Read More...]
3 Burgers to Try in Jersey City
We write a lot about burgers! Here's some of our burger-specific articles from the past few years – 5 Cheeseburgers to Try Top 5 Veggie Burgers 5 More Burgers to Try Top 3 Burgers It's one of our favorite foods at ChicpeaJC. We like them all – vegan, meaty, fancy, simple. That being said because there's so many burger spots, we steer clear from the chain spots. Although, Five Guys does hit the spot occasionally. Anyway, here are three burgers you should add to your list if you haven't tried … [Read More...]
Top 8 Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
As summer rolls around with each passing day, why not explore Jersey City for the weekend? Find something fun to do in your neighborhood! Thursday “Let Me Tell You a Story" Opening Reception May 23 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Drawing Rooms, 926 Newark Ave Head over for the opening reception of Let Me Tell You a Story featuring artists Adebunmi Gbadebo, Ibou Ndoye, Kimberly Becoat, Shoshanna Weinberger and Theda Sandiford, whose works celebrate Black culture. Event Details Lagtime | After School … [Read More...]
Sex and Jersey City, The Podcast 1: “Sex Magic”
Guest Host Shawn Engel @WitchyWisdoms Joins us to talk about "Sex Magic" and how to manifest the relationship you want through meditation, intention and wait for it..... SELF PLAY Shawn Engel, owner of WitchyWisdoms, is a spiritual mentor, brand strategist, entrepreneur, and Tarot reader. It is her life’s purpose to help others with the strength of her intuition and ability to attract open doors. Primarily she works with entrepreneurs to help them solidify their brand and land features for exposure, but … [Read More...]
Child Labor Laws and the Minimum Wage in New Jersey
I started working at the age of 15. I worked at the farmers market every Sunday. Every other Sunday, I would get paid $60. I thought I was rich until I did the math and found out I only get paid $3.25 per hour. Funny, but sad story. Soon after I left, I found out that it's illegal to pay minors or anyone under minimum wage and in cash. At the time, I believe the minimum was $8.30. A while ago, I walked out of a job interview because the starting rate of pay was $5. I didn't feel bad turning it down … [Read More...]
Judith Utz: A Novel Take PR, Open Ink Press, and Professional Writer
As Emily Dickinson once said, "I know nothing in the world that has as much power as a word." Judith Utz has a passion for all things reading and writing. As a writer and owner of a publishing company as well as a PR business, she took her love for literature and built platforms for herself within the community where she can not only review and share books she loves, but also communicate with other professionals in the field. She also pays a great deal of attention to queer literature and uses her … [Read More...]
5 Unique Tacos in Jersey City + Hoboken
If you're looking to try some new types of tacos, look no further! Here's some of our top recommendations for unique tacos in the area. Lava Rock Shrimp Tacos Shaka Bowl, 110 Washington St, Hoboken https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo_-l7rB8rS/ Includes: Battered Shrimp in Sweet Chili and Spicy Shaka Sauce on Corn Tortillas, topped with Fresh Cabbage, Mango, and Pickled Onions Chicken & Waffle Taco Gringo's, 12 Coles St, Jersey City https://www.instagram.com/p/Bwmjjt6ncXE/ Includes: Waffle … [Read More...]
Highline TV HDTV Antenna Product Review!
I haven't had cable in a few years. I've been sticking to Netflix, Hulu and the old Internet to get news and updates. That being said, I desperately miss having the news on in the morning while getting dressed, or watching The Kardashians on E! (guilty pleasure), and just the joy of channel surfing. It sometimes takes an hour to choose something to watch on Netflix when I just need the mindless channel change. Do you feel me? My local friend Mike told me about this Highline HD Antenna TV and my reaction … [Read More...]
Top 6 Weekday Lunch Spots in Jersey City
Maybe you're tired of the same options, maybe you just want to take better advantage of those lunch breaks with a good meal. You've only got 30 minutes to an hour, why not make it worth it? Here's a few spots to check out for lunch! Ani Ramen 218 Newark Ave https://www.instagram.com/p/BxU9JE2nw7O/ Ani Ramen is open for lunch from 11AM to 3PM. Mathew’s 351 Grove St https://www.instagram.com/p/BvMnw9En9UD/ Mathew's is served from 11AM to 4PM. Porta 135 Newark … [Read More...]
Health Update with a Jersey City Nurse: Introduction to Your Body
Hello everyone! My name is James and I am a nurse working in Jersey City. I am honored to be writing articles on health for this blog, and I hope you will find what I have to say both interesting and useful. My goal is to use my knowledge and passion to help people live longer, happier lives through better health practices. I’ll start with an overview of the different parts of our body and how they work. It’s easier to understand why certain choices are good or bad for our overall health if we truly … [Read More...]
COLUMNS
Letter from Chicpea: How I Regained Control of My Body & Found Inner Peace
I get asked a lot about how I stay in shape and look great at my age. I do have articles coming up specifically about health and fitness from my … [Read More...]
Letter from Chicpea: The True Story of ChicpeaJC, PT 2
If you're just joining us, make sure you read Part One first. To be honest, the reason this story is in two parts is because writing these posts, these … [Read More...]
COMMUNITY
ChicpeaJC is Hiring!
If you're interested in being a writer or social media intern, or if you're a photographer/videographer looking for more opportunities, keep … [Read More...]
Ferris High School
This Saturday, May 18th, Ferris High School will be celebrating their 50th anniversary. To help spread the word about this momentous occasion they invited … [Read More...]
CULTURE
A Few Things To Know about Ramadan!
It's that time of the year for my Muslim friends and family. Ramadan! For those of you who are unfamiliar to the religious month, it's 4 weeks full of … [Read More...]
Potluck: Human Connection through Culture
Food, weed, and everything in between. This is Potluck. On April 19th at 4:20 PM, you can catch the premiere of Potluck, a show highlighting human … [Read More...]
FOOD
Top 8 Outdoor Drinking Spots in Jersey City + Hoboken
'Tis the season of outdoor day drinking and relaxing on rooftops on warm summer nights. Check out these spots in the area for drinks with a … [Read More...]
18 New Food Spots in Jersey City
Looking for some new spots to try? Unsure of what new shops are around? Here are a few spots that have opened in the last few months and more spots to look … [Read More...]
EVENTS
Top Things to Do this Weekend in Jersey City
The weather is warming up again. Take advantage and fun in the city! Thursday LSC After Dark: Paws & Prosecco May 16 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 … [Read More...]
#HudsonGives, a day of giving in Hudson County
Interested in supporting local causes and non-profit organizations? May 17th marks the first-ever #HudsonGives, a historic day of giving throughout Hudson … [Read More...]
FUN
Delivery Servicing: the Necessity and its Positive Impact
We hear often that it is important to speak up for things we believe in. We all know what we want, and we hear others speculating about their wants every … [Read More...]
Top 10 Munchie Spots in Jersey City + Hoboken
It's 4/20, and we all know that this day comes with the munchies. Hit up some of these spots tonight for anything you're craving, from savory sandwiches to … [Read More...]
JERSEY CITY
Top 6 News Headlines of the Week in Jersey City
JCBOE agrees on plan to prevent layoffs To hopefully avoid the layoff of hundreds of teachers, the Board of Education adopted its new budget with a … [Read More...]
Top 10 Headlines of the Week in Jersey City
Catch up with news of the week! 270+ Jersey City teachers got layoff notices this week Over 270 non-tenured public school teachers received layoff … [Read More...]
LIFESTYLE
Jersey City Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother's Day is on May 12 this year, and it's right around the corner. If you still have your mom in your life and have a good relationship with her, why … [Read More...]
10 Ways to Spring Clean Your Life
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, the layers of clothes are slowly coming off, and with that comes new beginnings and a time to reassess our … [Read More...]
PEOPLE
Paola Andrea, Giselle Echeverria, and Mars Wendell
Content Creators Academy is a non-profit mentorship program for local youth interested in Digital Media and Entrepreneurship. The students meet twice a … [Read More...]
Foodie Female Founders: Hudson Kitchen
Even Beyoncé took 10 years to become an overnight success. When we hear about someone’s success, we often don’t know the odyssey she embarked on to get … [Read More...]
RANDOM SHIT
15 Spots to Grab a Beer in Jersey City
It's National Beer Day! Grab some friends and check out some of these spots in Jersey City for a couple of beers and ciders. Barcade 163 Newark … [Read More...]
Barbers of Hudson County
Barbering is one of the oldest professions around. Did you know that barbers actually used to be surgeons? Barbers would perform surgery, bloodletting, … [Read More...]
SHOP LOCAL
Zahara Day Spa
I'm turning 36 this summer and, until now, didn't really make skin care a priority. I was blessed with good skin thanks to my Moroccan father. But in the … [Read More...]
Where to Get CBD Supplements in Jersey City
CBD is known for its pain relief and relaxation components, but did you know you could get CBD-infused products from local businesses? Check out these 5 … [Read More...]
STORIES
A Holocaust Survival Story
Today is Holocaust Remembrance Day in Israel and in commemoration I wanted to share a really amazing story about my grandparents, who both survived the … [Read More...]
Newport Mall Shooting
Newport Mall was an integral part of my formative High School years. As a young High School student at the nearby McNair Academic High School, the mall was … [Read More...]