There are so many places to explore in Hoboken and Jersey City, but sometimes it’s fun to explore outside your bounds of familiarity. If you’re an avid HG reader, you…
Nicole Gittleman
Nicole Gittleman
View all my storiesNicole is a born and bred Jersey girl. Originally from Bergen County, she's called Jersey City home since 2016. After years of working in NYC at marketing agencies for big brands, her entrepreneurial spirit led her to turn her side hustle {supporting local businesses as a writer and social media strategist} into her day job. An all-around champion for small businesses, Nicole loves to shop, eat, drink, and share all things local to New Jersey on her Instagram page, @heynicoleraye. When she isn't curating content or networking, she can be found exploring NJ neighborhoods with her college sweetheart, whipping up a home-cooked meal, planning a get-together for her friends, redecorating her apartment, rooting for her favorite teams (go NJ Devils!), or plotting her next adventure.
My Stories
A Historical Walking Tour of Jersey City Heights
Walking tours are a perfect way to get outside and explore your community. During wintertime, it’s a great way to get outside and enjoy the daylight hours – just add…
A Look at La Brujeria Mexican Restaurant in Jersey City
Roberto Islas has been a resident of Jersey City for over 22 years and has worked in the Jersey City culinary scene for all of his career. After years of…
All About Brazilian Restaurant Tamborim Bar + Grill in Jersey City
There’s a colorful, vibrant, and delicious neighbor on Newark Ave. in Jersey City. Located just steps from the Grove Street PATH Station is Tamborim Bar & Grill, a Brazilian restaurant…
A Guide to Vintage + Thrift Stores in Hudson County
It’s sustainable, cost-effective, and just straight-up trendy. It’s vintage! If you’re eyeing items like antique home decor, 80’s band tees, or previously loved luxury purses, versus the newest trends as…
Meet Ruth Salas: Master Crafter + Owner of Luna De Papel in Jersey City
If you’re looking for a new creative outlet for your little one in Hudson County, look no further than Luna de Papel – a handcrafting art studio in the Bergen-Lafayette…
Where to Buy a Bicycle in Hoboken + Jersey City
Even though there may still be pesky mounds of remaining snow dotted throughout the streets of Hoboken and Jersey City, spring is flirting just around the corner. The mini icebergs…
PlusThriftJC, a New Plus-Sized Online Thrift Store Started by Jersey City Locals
Jersey City residents Julie Khiry and Megan Ixim met at a local event over the summer and have stayed connected on Instagram ever since. Their friendship was born via the…
Meet Julie Morgan, Jersey City Resident + Creator of the Outdoor Dining Happy Bag
2020 was a year of transformation – for better or for worse. COVID-19 threw plenty of wrenches into the career paths {and lives} of many, forcing individuals to adapt quickly.…
Local Foodie Influencer Gives Back Via Venmo Challenge
Restaurants have been directly affected by the pandemic and many have tragically closed their doors because they simply were unable to make ends meet. People around the world have gotten…
The Inspiration Behind The Mysterious Instagram @JerseyPhotographer
Everyone has a favorite kind of Instagram account to follow. For some, it may be puppy accounts or the wildly popular “overheard” pages. For others, it’s celebrities or their favorite…
Hoboken-Based Artists + Creators to Follow on Instagram
Hoboken is a hub for creative minds. Besides local, organized art events, and organizations like the Hoboken Arts Online Gallery, the Monroe Center for the Arts, and the Hoboken Arts…