The Plant Aunt does it all. Helps you select which new plants to buy, and why. She will also do the shopping for you and plant and style them in your abode.

The Cottage Artisanal Market is now open, bringing an authentic slice of curated country charm. The bright yellow awning cheerfully beckons you into the cozy cafe serving first rate coffee, pastries, and lunch specials, along with a range of artisanal products and charming gifts.

‘Tis the Season…like no other. Yet one facet of the holiday season remains the same – the desire to help others in need. There are plenty of ways that we can do so safely and remotely in Jersey City, and we highlight some of those opportunities below.

Another super-unique coffee shop joins the café ranks in the Heights, this one moving from its’ previous location in Hoboken. Gold Roast Cafe is an Australian-inspired spot with delightful food and drink from other parts of the Globe as well.

Please check out Crave. Beyond the delicious food, they are the nicest people and like all our small business owners in Jersey City, they appreciate our support. Another way to support Crave is by purchasing a gift certificate – we are confident that anyone on your JC gift list will appreciate it!

Yep the holidays are different this year, but the glorious tradition of gift giving remains. So, whether you are dropping off gifts locally or mailing them to loved ones afar, may we kindly suggest two small and beloved businesses to support while supplanting the sweet tooths of those on your list.

As the cold weather creeps up on us, comfort food is calling. Not just any comfort food mind you, but the authentic Italian American kind, the food that Jersey is famous for. Stuffed breads.

Café Esme owner Daniela Arbu has opened a second eatery at the base of the KRE Building at 485 Marin. Just like her lovely café, Sage Eats is a slam dunk.

So, what is it exactly? Think of good old classic Southern banana pudding, elevated several notches. The pudding base is whipped into a super light mousse and sandwiched between layers of soft cookie wafers and fruit.

The very glamorous Vanity Ray, self-described as the Broadway Barbie of New Jersey, is hosting Virtual Drag Bingo for Art House Productions this month.  Held the first three Fridays of November, these themed Bingo nights give you and yours a chance to spice up (or resume) your Friday night Cocktail Hour via Zoom.

The fab folks behind the Grind Coffee Shop have expanded their Jersey City footprint with The Grind General Store, located at 293 Suydam Avenue in beautiful Bergen-Lafayette.  Think of it as the ultimate corner store of your dreams.