By Sophie Mendel If you’re sitting at home hungry but don’t know what to make, don’t fret, you’re not alone! We’ve all faced a similar dilemma at one point or another, so we’ve come up with 6 easy and delicious meal ideas to save your dinner! Enjoy. Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs Gordon Ramsay’s own recipe, these slow-cooked beef short ribs couldn’t be more delicious or … [Read more...]
About Lynn Hazan
“The Plant House” – A Jersey City Green Oasis
It's no secret to the advantages of having plants in your home, not just for decor purposes but for overall wellness. I have a cute little nook in my small JC apartment with a bunch of different sized plants and I love it. Any plant lover will tell you that once you start you can't stop. I know people who have so many plants in their apartment it looks like a jungle. and those … [Read more...]
10 Things To Prep for A Storm
written by Kashish Makker
A big storm is heading out way! Our new youth contributor Kashish Makker wrote a list of 10 Things To Prep for a storm. Better to be safe than sorry! Make an Emergency Kit Just in case an emergency happens and you aren’t able to run to the store - make an emergency kit with all of your goods in one place. The National Storm Damage Center recommends your emergency kit to … [Read more...]
6 Pools in NYC and NJ Offering Day Passes
By Sophie Mendel On a hot summer day, there’s nothing better than hitting the pool (and bonus points if that pool also includes a rooftop bar!). Here’s our list of the best pools in NYC and Jersey City offering day passes! NYC: The Beach at the Dream Downtown I did a staycation here last year and had a blast. You can't beat the area! This luxury hotel will have … [Read more...]
Asana Soul Practice Yoga Studio Jersey City Re-Opens
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Asana Soul Practice opened their doors Saturday, August 1st, after the Governors executive order allowing yoga studios to re-open at 25% capacity. Given the times we are in, selfcare and wellness is incredibly important and it's no secret that yoga and meditation is so beneficial to one's health; mind, body and spirit. I went to visit their studio in Jersey City, located in … [Read more...]
5 Biking Trails Near Jersey City
By Sophie Mendel A great way to get some fresh air and explore some new surroundings this summer is by checking out the coolest bike trails near Jersey City! So get outside, hop on your bike, and enjoy some fun outdoor activities while you still can! Columbia Trail Distance from Jersey City: 1 Hour This gorgeous bike trail runs for 15 miles along the Raritan River and … [Read more...]
7 Places You Can Travel as an American Right Now (And Their COVID-19 Restrictions)
7 Places You Can Travel as an American Right Now (And Their COVID-19 Restrictions) By Sophie Mendel (www.theunboundedtraveler.com) With the Covid-19 pandemic taking a heavy toll on international travel, many Americans are itching to revitalize their summer plans! Though many nations are beginning to reopen their doors to international travel, the majority of countries … [Read more...]
Jackson Hill Pop Up Initiative
The Jackson Hill pop-up is an initiative that started pre-lockdown. A very innovative approach to increasing small business presence in Jersey City. Spaces in Pop Up Jackson Hill are 10ft x 10ft converted shipping containers and access is given during business hours as well as an hour before and an hour after. The container village is a product of a city-led innovation … [Read more...]
5 Easy Day Trips From Jersey City
By Sophie Mendel If you’re itching to get out of the city this summer but don’t know where to go, we’ve got you covered! Switch things up a bit with a quick day trip to Philly or spend the day strolling along Ocean City’s bustling boardwalk. Check out our list of the 5 best day trips from Jersey City to cancel that quarantine funk and make the most of … [Read more...]
Fine$se “Humble Hustler”
I first met Finesse about 5 years ago when I interviewed The Designer Boyz. One of my most viewed posts back then. Finesse was the "shy" soft spoken one of the group... But not anymore! Finesse has been grinding and making moves for a little while now and recently released a new album on all platforms. This JC native is really putting in the work, dropping fire visuals and … [Read more...]
9 Outdoor Dining Spots in The East Village
We've been venturing to the city quite alot recently. Since traveling is out of the question and we very much need a change of scenery every so often, plus less tourists means less traffic and more parking. I generally feel very safe as I drive in and wear my mask outside. NYC people for the most part seem to be doing the same. If you’re looking to spice things up Covid-19 … [Read more...]
“A Woman Who Cuts Her Hair Is About To Change Her Life”
I chopped off my hair yesterday. Do you care? Probably not, but I am going to talk about this significant moment anyway. A few weeks ago, I came out and essentially killed "ChicpeaJC" - My name is Lynn Hazan. I made a decision to no longer live and work for others, and to lead life authentically and for myself. To do things that make ME happy and in turn will make me a … [Read more...]
8 Outdoor Patios in DT Jersey City
By Sophie Mendel You’ve been waiting all year to head outside and get your drink on at Jersey City’s trendiest outdoor patios. Now summer’s here and the only question is, which patio should you hit up first?! Whether you’re headed on a romantic Bumble date or you want to meet some friends for happy hour after work, this list of the top 10 outdoor patios in Jersey City will … [Read more...]
