We all know the importance of being healthy by making good food choices, exercising, and keeping up with regular medical visits. The trick is to apply this knowledge during our daily activities. Given that Jersey City has been named among the top 10 most walkable cities in the country by Expedia, local residents can effortlesslyRead more
Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli with Homemade Marinara
JC Dishes Lightened Up!
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 pastaRead more
Jersey City Fitness Directory 2018
Introducing the Jersey City Health & Fitness Directory! Check out a few of our favorite local businesses offering everything you need to stay healthy and in shape! Health & Fitness
SinglesinJC Boot Camp Mixer!
After Party at Atlas Public House
Calling all singles out there! We’ve teamed up with Base NJ and Atlas Public House to throw you guys a super fun night of sweat, cocktails and overall networking! Keep reading for tickets and more information! The event is taking place this Thursday, June 14th and will begin promptly at 7pm! (Please show up 15Read more
The 3rd Annual JC Fitness Fair
We’re back for another year of health and wellness at the JC Fitness Fair! Bring the family and get active at this free, public event! Feeling strong in your workout? Show us what you’ve got at the JC Fitness Fair on June 2nd at Exchange Place. From 10AM to 2PM, we’ll have competitions and great prizes! LookingRead more
The JC Slim Down Challenge
Not a fan of going to the gym? Are you a new mom looking for a new way to kickstart your fitness journey and get back in shape? Look no further! Friends who sweat together most definitely stay together. It’s a sentiment confirmed by a pair of enterprising Jersey City residents, Kausar Rasul and DougmaryRead more
Top 5 Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
Happy New Year, everybody! We hope you’re ready to start the year on the right foot. Get those resolutions in check, work on what you’ve had in mind for months or years, and have some fun in the new year. Can’t find any events you’re interested in. Our Event Calendar has options! Thursday JC BumpRead more
Guacamole Trio
Up your game for the next Taco Tuesday and try making this guacamole sampler, inspired by the Eat my Guac menu at Orale!
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 guacamoleRead more
Breakfast Burritos
JC Dishes Lightened Up!
Ahh, brunch. What would our weekends be without you? For me, brunch is often the highlight of my weekend. Whether it’s a get together with friends or a brunch date with my husband, brunching is one of my favorite weekend activities! The only problem is, Jersey City has so many great brunch options, it canRead more
Healthy Eating is Easier Than You Think
By Lipsa Shah
“Sorry, I can’t” became a second-nature phrase for me while I was living in fear of the restaurant world. I had just revamped my fitness journey, stepping outside of my daily ten-mile run and started picking up weights. While I was seeing rapid results and the six-pack of my dreams, I was depriving myself ofRead more
Easy Hummus Recipe
Chic(k)pea Party
I love summer weekends! It often times means BBQ season. A great side dish to whip up if you are going to someone’s place or hosting is hummus. It goes well with meat for you carnivores, or even delicious Veggie Burgers for the “others”. The thing about store bought hummus is that it is full ofRead more
Journey to Abs with Devon Levesque
It’s been a while since our last “Journey to Abs” episode! We’ve been crazy planning ChicpeaJCturns3 and getting things back on track! I am excited to get back to my Journey to Abs and sharing fitness and health tips with my readers! For this episode, I would like you to meet fitness pro, model andRead more
Recap of the Second Annual JC Fitness Fair
in collaboration with JC Families
On May 20th, JC Families and ChicpeaJC held the second annual Jersey City Fitness Fair in front of City Hall. From 11 AM to 2 PM, the public was able to join us for demos, get to know local fitness and health businesses, and try some foods from local vendors. It was a blast!! DJ BizzniceRead more