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
Shore Thing: New York City’s Best Waterfront Spots for a Sesh
Photo credit: Hudsonriverpark.org When summer heat transforms the city into a concrete kiln, New Yorkers seek salvation at the water's edge. Parks swell, beaches buzz, and every shoreline becomes a potential refuge. For anyone seeking to pair a scenic session with salt air or skyline views, not every waterfront spot delivers the same magic. From secluded corners to … [Read more...] about Shore Thing: New York City’s Best Waterfront Spots for a Sesh
Corner Store Confidants: The Bodega Plug as an Endangered Species
Image by Domo, via Unsplash Late Night, Loosies, and the Plug Behind the Plexiglass It's late on a Thursday night. The metal gate is halfway down over the bodega entrance, but the lights are still on inside. The cat perched on a stack of Arizona Iced Tea gives a bored glance as it licks its paw. The buzzer rings out—once, twice, three times. The guy in the back emerges, … [Read more...] about Corner Store Confidants: The Bodega Plug as an Endangered Species
Emerald’s Guide to 4/20 in NYC
Photo by leszekglasner New York is always buzzing with excitement, but it gets a little extra special on April 20th. With legalization in full swing and a vibrant community that loves to celebrate the culture, NYC is one of the best places to be on 4/20. From massive park meetups and hazy comedy nights to yacht parties and paint-and-puff sessions, there’s no shortage of … [Read more...] about Emerald’s Guide to 4/20 in NYC