A very Brooklyn kind of daydream has become real on Myrtle Ave in Bushwick. The Emerald Bakery & Cafe has officially opened at 1224 Myrtle Ave., directly across from The Emerald Dispensary. The two spaces function almost like extensions of each other—one focused on coffee and quick stops, the other on a curated cannabis selection. Inside the cafe, it’s a mix of … [Read more...] about The Emerald Bakery & Cafe Opens: A Pairing Guide on Myrtle Ave
It’s Taurus Season: Celebrate Them With These 9 Gift Ideas
Taurus season is here. The time of year for slowing down and leaning into comfort. Ruled by Venus and grounded in earth energy, Taurus thrives in spaces that feel warm and intentional. Their energy doesn’t rush, rather lingers—on textures, on moods, on routines that feel good to return to. Think soft textures, calming rituals, and objects that are both practical and … [Read more...] about It’s Taurus Season: Celebrate Them With These 9 Gift Ideas
The Emerald Dispensary Opens Its Third Location: Here’s How to Spend a Day in Carroll Gardens
The Emerald Dispensary has officially opened its third dispensary in New York City, this time at 548 Court St. in Carroll Gardens. Co-Founded by The Emerald™ Magazine’s very own Christina DeGiovanni, and Ray Ramon Roman, The Emerald Dispensary is known for keeping things simple: a well-curated menu, an approachable in-store experience, and a focus on New York brands … [Read more...] about The Emerald Dispensary Opens Its Third Location: Here’s How to Spend a Day in Carroll Gardens
Emerald’s 2026 Guide to 4/20 in NYC
4/20 events in New York are scattered across the city. Some of it’s organized, most of it isn’t. People show up to parks, drift between plans, or keep it contained to a smaller circle. There’s no real center to it, which is part of the point. Here are a few places it’s happening this year. The Classic Meet Up at Washington Square Park Washington Square Park remains … [Read more...] about Emerald’s 2026 Guide to 4/20 in NYC
RESET: A New Frequency with NAR x Immaculate
Photos courtesy of Rita Thompson On Saturday, March 21, I attended RESET: A New Frequency, a two-hour neurosensory wellness experience at SHiFT in Midtown Manhattan, presented by NAR and Immaculate NYC. The concept was simple, but not something you come across every day. RESET wasn’t framed as a workout, a workshop, or even a traditional meditation. Instead, it was … [Read more...] about RESET: A New Frequency with NAR x Immaculate