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
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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
It’s Aries Season: Celebrate Them With These 8 Gift Ideas
Image via Mybudvase.com Aries are the zodiac’s natural trailblazers—confident, energetic, and always ready to take the lead. Ruled by fire and symbolized by the ram, they gravitate toward items that match their bold personality: things that feel exciting, expressive, and a little unexpected. Practicality matters. But so does flair, personality, and a sense of fun … [Read more...] about It’s Aries Season: Celebrate Them With These 8 Gift Ideas
Sinful Beverages Review: Strawberry Shooter and Orange Vanilla
Cannabis drinks occupy an interesting space. They promise something familiar (the act of sipping, or even just holding, a drink) while delivering an experience far friendlier than alcohol. When done well, they can feel social, approachable, and easy to integrate into a night. When done poorly, however, they can feel unpredictable and leave me wondering why I didn’t just grab a … [Read more...] about Sinful Beverages Review: Strawberry Shooter and Orange Vanilla
The Quiet Mirror: On Weed, Introspection, and an Evening at Hudson Yards
Photo by NaturesCharm There are moments in New York when time briefly loosens its grip. When the noise withdraws, the steel hardens into something contemplative, and the city’s endless forward motion pauses. For a minute, I can hear my own thoughts. I most reliably experience this introspection in museums and during performances, when I am suspended in beauty. It can also … [Read more...] about The Quiet Mirror: On Weed, Introspection, and an Evening at Hudson Yards