Italian bakery cases can be a simultaneously mouth-watering and overwhelming sight. They’re filled with an assortment of elaborate pastries, colorful cookies, and decadent cakes, many with hard-to-pronounce names. Of course,…
Francesca Cocchi
Francesca Cocchi
View all my storiesFrancesca is an editor in the features department of a national food magazine, where she writes about everything from the latest grocery and restaurant trends to the strange history of ketchup. She grew up on the Jersey Shore and couldn’t bear to leave her home state when she got her dream job in the Big Apple. After eating an unforgettable bagel sandwich in Hoboken, she decided to make the Mile Square her new home. She enjoys new books, Villanova basketball, and long walks through Trader Joe’s.
My Stories
Where to Buy Holiday Cards in Hoboken and Jersey City
It’s easy to get bogged down with finding the perfect gifts this time of year, but sometimes a thoughtful card says it all. Humorous greetings and handmade designs show appreciation…
Fall is in full swing and pumpkin season is here. Now that temperatures are actually dropping, local coffee shops are getting in on the craze. Stop by one of these…
A Guide to Cereal-Inspired Treats in Hoboken + Jersey City
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but it is also quite arguably the tastiest. Ron Swanson from Parks & Recreation was on to something when he deemed his…
These Mouthwatering Chicken Sandwiches in Hoboken are a Must-Try
Last year was a big year for the humble fried chicken sandwich. Popeyes added one to its menu this past summer and sold out in two weeks, sparking a viral…
27 Hudson County Restaurants That Have Been Nationally Recognized
In case you haven’t heard, it’s cool to eat in Hudson County. New restaurants are receiving glowing national reviews, local chefs are winning awards, and outrageous dishes are inspiring viral…
Libraries offer a lot more than books these days — they’re important community centers with fun, educational resources for residents of all ages. And in Hoboken, that’s no exception. We…
How Hoboken + Jersey City Celebrate Day of the Dead
It might seem like every stoop and storefront in Hudson County is decked out for Halloween this month, but some are dressing up for a completely different occasion: Day of…
This summer a new kind of business arrived in Hoboken, transforming 650 Newark Street into a studio dedicated to a rare artistic medium: neon. Inside, artisans with decades of experience…
10 Unique Food and Drink-Making Classes Hoboken + Jersey City
With hundreds of bars and restaurants in the Mile Square alone, Hudson County is a food lover’s paradise. But you don’t just have to settle for a dinner reservation —…
Summer Fridays in Hoboken + Jersey City: Where to Eat, Drink, + Play
It’s a random Friday during the summer, and you’ve got the green light to book it out of the office at 1:00PM or skip work altogether. Don’t be too quick…
Don’t be too quick to overlook this quaint beach town for its rowdier southern neighbor, Belmar. With a beautiful boardwalk, charming inns, and several brand-new local businesses, Avon-by-the-Sea is the…