Looking to try new Hudson County spots? Check out these food businesses that have opened over the last few months! Chickie’s236 Pavonia Ave, Jersey City The co-owner of Hamilton Pork and The Hamilton Inn has just opened Chickie’s, an Italian neighborhood restaurant serving pizza, pasta, and parms. They also have a full bar and are […]
The Little Italy of the Bronx: Arthur Ave
If you’re a foodie like me, you’ll love what Arthur Ave has to offer. Located in the Bronx, Arthur Ave is a street full of Italian restaurants and specialty stores, also known as the Little Italy of the Bronx. As a Jersey native, I was so excited when I first heard about Arthur Ave from […]
Top 5 spots for chocolate cake in Jersey City + Hoboken
It’s National Chocolate Cake Day! Grab a slice from one of our favorite local bakeries to celebrate. Dulce de Leche376 Central Ave, Jersey City Hours: Monday to Saturday, 7AM to 8PM. Sunday, 8AM to 8PM. Website: https://www.dulcedelechebakery.com/ Cocoa Bakery275 Grand St, Jersey City 475 Central Ave, Jersey City Hours: Tuesday to Thursday, 9AM to 7PM. […]
Chef Garima Kothari
Over the past weekend, I noticed a resurgence of this old interview I did and before checking the news, I had a sinking feeling that something terrible had happened. Someone sent me the news that Chef Garima Kothari was the victim of a murder-suicide. It’s incredibly heartbreaking to see such a talented woman gone too […]
10 spots to satisfy your 4/20 munchies during a quarantine
We’re all home, some of us absolutely losing our minds waiting for something fun to do. In comes 4/20, the day where everyone can get high af with no expectations to do anything else but that. You might have picked up snacks on your grocery trips or stopped by the bodega to get something to munch […]
5 vegan/vegan-friendly spots I love in Los Angeles
It’s no surprise that there are a ton of vegan options in California, especially in Los Angeles. With so many great spots and so much good food to choose from, here are just a few of my favorite spots for a full meal or for a quick sweet treat. Let us know other spots you’d […]
5 restaurants to check out in the Newport, Jersey City area
Whether you’re planning a date night or just looking for a nice spot to enjoy dinner with friends, here are five restaurants you should check out in the Newport area! Dorrian’s Red Hand 555 Washington Blvd View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dorrian's Red Hand (JC) (@dorriansjc) OFFERED: American fare, beer and […]
Top 20 New Businesses on Central Avenue
We’ve talked about some of the longstanding businesses on Central Ave, now let’s discuss the new businesses that bring energy and excitement to the neighborhood! Did you know that over a third of the businesses on Central Ave weren’t here 5 years ago? The faces on the Avenue are always changing as the community continues […]
7 Tasty Waffles in Jersey City
It’s National Waffle Day (seriously, how many of these national food days exist?)! Here are our favorite spots to grab a delicious waffle, whether it’s your first meal of the day or dessert! 1. Brownstone Diner 426 Jersey Ave View this post on Instagram A post shared by Brownstone Pancake Factory (@brownstone_pancake_factory) Brownstone is the king […]
Top 10 Ice Cream Spots in Jersey City!
Happy National Ice Cream Day!! Summer is officially here, whether we like it or not. I secretly wished that we would have more of a spring since I have a lot of those “in between” outfits that I was excited to wear…anyway I digress! I am not complaining of the great warm weather we’ve been […]
Top 5 Vegan Desserts in Jersey City
If there’s one thing most people enjoy, it’s a sweet treat. As someone who doesn’t like dairy, I’m often faced with the question, “So do you just not eat anything delicious anymore?” It’s a common misconception that vegans suddenly have to give up treats like a slice of cake or ice cream, but that’s all wrong. There are […]
Madame Claude’s Apple Cinnamon Crepes
The other day, I spotted some local apples at the Hamilton Park Farmer’s Market–one of my favorite signs that fall is here! I immediately started daydreaming about how to use these apples to celebrate the new season. I decided to make apple cinnamon crepes, inspired by the crepes from one of my favorite Jersey City […]
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 […]
ChicpeaJC’s Top 15 JC Eats
While I was on vacation a month ago, I was on the beach with nothing but a notepad and a pen and started dreaming about my favorite dishes in Jersey City. Normal people would probably nap, tan, read a book, but I wrote down a list of my top favorite dishes because… food. I was […]
Top Thirteen Things to do for Valentine’s Day in Jersey City
Love is in the air and planning is always key to celebrating a great valentine’s day! If you’re looking to take your significant other out on the town then we’ve got you covered! Check out this list of amazing events coming up for this Saturday. 1. Valentine’s Day at Pasta Dal Cuore Looking to take […]
Ice Skating in Jersey City
Just because the holidays are over, who says we can’t have fun? This past week I decided to try out some of Jersey City’s ice skating venues, Charlie Heger Ice Rink in Pershing Field, and Newport Skates in downtown JC. I started my ice skating journey in Newport Skates in 30-degree weather. It was freezing […]
Top Twelve Things to do This Weekend in Jersey City! Holiday Edition!
This weekend is going to be a great one for friends and families! We’ve got dancing, shopping, and Santa and his elves and they’re all coming out for the holidays. We can start spreading some holiday cheer and making sure we check off all of the people on our gift list! There’s so much going […]
The Hamilton Park BBQ Recap
What a way to spend a Saturday! My eight-year-old sister Vianka and I made our way over to Hamilton Park’s annual BBQ festival. As soon as we got there we smelled the sweet smell of smoky goodness. We made a lap around all the tents to see what our options were, and Vianka immediately took […]
Jersey Girls Food Tour
Over the weekend I got to hang out with Alessia and Janis from the Jersey Girls Food Tours and I got to explore some restaurants Downtown. Being that I’ve lived here my entire life I’ve only now begun to challenge my palette with new and exciting foods. Jersey City has over 100 different restaurants and […]
Sugar Supply Jersey City
I’ve been a huge fan of Maryanne, mom and lady boss of Sugar Supply ever since I first saw her beautifully decorated cupcakes at a local event. Maryanne customizes her cupcakes to suit the event, brand or person she is catering for. Maryanne is not just a baker, she is an artist with the ability to […]