A week of life in Hoboken + Jersey City means there is plenty of news to catch up on. Among the local headlines: actor Jesse Eisenburg was spotted at Hoboken’s Tosti…
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A Hoboken Food Walking Tour: Your Guide to Restaurants, Historical Edition
Living in the Mile Square has many perks. Its proximity to Manhattan is one of the most obvious. But perhaps most importantly, Hoboken itself is home to deeply-rooted food culture…
A Day Trip Guide to Lambertville, NJ
A quaint town that sits right along the Delaware River, Lambertville, New Jersey is home to stunning views, historic architecture, boutiques, antique shops, great food, and more. Lambertville is a…
The Cookie Connect Announces Grand Opening in Hoboken
A new late-night cookie shop is opening in Hoboken this weekend. Owned by Andrew Zerquera and Ali Hajihaidari, The Cookie Connect, a business that has two other locations in New…
Changó Kitchen in Hoboken: Savory Latin American Food on Willow Avenue
At the end of 2019, we said goodbye to Zafra, a colorful Cuban-Latin fare restaurant located at 301 Willow Avenue. But the locale reopened under the name Changó Kitchen after…
Taco Bell to Open Third Jersey City Outpost
Jersey City is home to quite a few taco restaurants, many being locally-owned and operated, but once in a while a chain swoops in and adds to the scene. Taco…
The space at 800 Jackson Street has been unoccupied off and on, having been home to Tilted Kilt, Taphaus, and the very short-lived Privé bar and restaurant. We received some…
Baonanas: Jersey City’s Locally-Owned Banana Pudding Dessert Company
When craving dessert or a sweet treat, most people crave ice cream, cake, or cookies. But, sometimes, you want something a little…different. For Jersey City residents, chances are that a…
29 Hoboken + Jersey City News Stories You Missed This Week
A week of life in Hoboken + Jersey City means there is plenty of news to catch up on. Among the local headlines: COVID-19 transmission rates in New Jersey have dropped,…
A Visit to Ali Baba: Authentic Middle Eastern Cuisine in Hoboken
Hoboken is loaded with great restaurants, but there are many that often fall under the radar and earn the title of a “hidden gem.” Ali Baba, located at 912 Washington…
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…
A Guide to Tacos in Hoboken + Jersey City
Tacos are everywhere these days. We can get them from food trucks, fast-casual eateries, and high-end restaurants. But it’s important to know what a “taco” really is. There are a…