If you live in Hoboken and Jersey City, you’ve likely heard of Alessio’s. Founded by Luca Infantino, the cafe made its debut in the Mile Square in 2020 and has quickly become a local favorite for Italian eats and goodies. In recent years, the brand has expanded to three locations in Hoboken and Jersey City — and we recently found out about Luca’s next venture. Enter Casa Italia — a gourmet Italian specialty market. The Hoboken Girl had the chance to chat with Luca to learn more about the new spot, which is looking to open this April at 600 Park Avenue. Read on for what we know about Casa Italia Gourmet Market’s arrival in Hoboken, New Jersey.
What is Casa Italia Gourmet Market?
Casa Italia will be a gourmet market serving up specialty Italian products to the Hoboken community at 600 Park Avenue next to Mr. L Hair Creations. Signage was first spotted by an eagle-eyed Hoboken Girl reader on Friday, February 28th. Inside, customers can look forward to browsing, specialty meats + cheeses from Italy, Spain, France, and beyond, as well as olive oil, fresh pasta, fresh bread, and so much more.
“We are very excited to bring this to life right in the heart of Hoboken,” Luca shared with The Hoboken Girl.
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A variety of sweets, snacks, jarred goods, and pizza kits will also be available, including all of Alessio’s sauces (vodka, pesto, and marinara.)
Aside from all of the Italian goodies available, there will be a section for grab-and-go food. If you can’t make it to Hoboken, Luca shared that Casa Italia will have an online store with products that can be shipped nationwide with same day or next day delivery to the NYC metro area.
“The goal is really to shrink the gap we have in town and in the area regarding finding specialty products that right now you can find only in NYC or very randomly in other places,” Luca said. “We want to be THE destination for customers looking for something really special for their charcuterie board, their sunday dinner, their gal hangout, etc.”
Casa Italia Gourmet Market is aiming to open before the upcoming holidays in April, if not before. This post will be updated with any further details surrounding its arrival in Hoboken.
The Influence of Alessio’s in Hoboken + Jersey City
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Alessio’s, which has locations at 539 Park Avenue + 1201 Madison Street in Hoboken and 99 Franklin Street in Jersey City, is an Italian pizzeria and cafe that serves up everything from coffee, breakfast sandwiches (PS: try our HG breakfast sandwich that gives back to local non-profits), and pastries to pizza, paninis, and gelato. Owner Luca Infantino was born and raised in Italy and moved to the United States in 2011. After living in Weehawken, Luca fell in love with Hoboken and paved his way in the fashion industry before taking the jump into food service and opening up the Hoboken location in 2020. The Jersey City location opened in summer 2023, and the cafe’s next project — Terrace by Alessio’s — opened in Hoboken’s Northwest Resiliency Park last spring. Alessio’s also has two kiosks in Pier A Park during the summer months. Casa Italia Gourmet Market in Hoboken will be Luca’s fourth venture in Hudson County.
Alessio’s — named after Luca’s son — has quickly become a staple in Hudson County and is known for its authentic Italian products and the real feel of an Italian cafe. The spot prides itself on the quality of its food, customer service, and being involved in the community. “We are proud to be a “community-based” business, a safe place for children, students, families. Alessio’s always supports charity requests, events sponsorship, etc,” Luca shared with HG.
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7 Hoboken + Jersey City Spots to Get Charm Jewelry
Trends of the early 2000s are sparking excitement among Millennials and Gen-Z alike as we watch charm-based businesses and experiences pop up all over New York and New Jersey. Whether it’s for the “nostalgia” factor or just a need for a little self-expression, there’s something to be said about the sentimentality of charm jewelry. If you’ve been thinking of hopping onto this *charming* trend to create a wearable memory book of your own, there’s no better time than Valentine’s season. Read on for our growing list of where to get charm jewelry in Hoboken + Jersey City, New Jersey.
This is a growing list. If you know of another Hoboken + Jersey City-based business that sells charm jewelry, please email [email protected].
301 Collective | 301 1st Street, Jersey City
301 Collective in Jersey City is basically a real-life treasure chest for shoppers. The expert-curated collective-style boutique covers everything from home goods and clothing to beauty products and fresh plants. The shop also has an impressive line-up of charm bracelets and necklaces weaved into its existing eclectic jewelry collection. 301 Collective even has more charm selections online. HG pro tip: Check out local vintage collector Madge Novel’s rare curated jewelry collection inside of 301 Collective for a retro take on charm necklaces. (Pictured above)
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Cranky Angel | 304 Newark Avenue, Jersey City
It’s no surprise that the Y2K-themed center of the Jersey City thrift scene, Cranky Angel, serves up some serious charm (pun intended). Cranky Angel has been known locally to host Charmify events centered around charms and decor for your clothing. Owner Montana Fucci also hand-crafts charm necklaces, bracelets, and keychains for customers looking to add a little bling to their wardrobe.
Electric Picks | Online
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Electric Picks is a Hoboken-based jewelry company with a lifetime guarantee. The online shop has dozens of timeless items to choose from, which include charm bracelets and charm necklaces — both pre-made and DIY. Electric Picks also carries individual charms to add to a piece of your choosing.
Goldie Jewelry Studio | Local Pop-Up Events + Online
Goldie Jewelry Studio is a charm bar and permanent jewelry business that hosts private events, pop-ups, and DIY experiences. This month, Goldie Jewelry Studio will be popping up all over Hoboken. The brand will make appearances at Antique Loft on February 12th, Up + Out on February 13th, and SLT on February 15th. Charm lovers can also shop on Goldie Jewelry Studio’s online store here.
Little Charm Bar | 716 Washington Street + 503 Washington Street, Hoboken
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Little Charm Bar has locations inside of Alba Boutique and AxD in Hoboken. The customizable charm bar allows shoppers to have a one-of-a-kind, meaningful experience creating bracelets and necklaces filled with personally-picked charms. Little Charm Bar also has mobile services and can host custom parties, pop-ups, and private events.
Noellery | 123 Washington Street, Hoboken + 321 Grove Street, Jersey City
Noellery is a New Jersey-based jewelry shop by women, for women, carrying necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings, accessories, and more. We stopped by the Jersey City location to spot a collection of pre-made charm bracelets with colorful details. Noellery’s website has an even larger selection of charm vibes, with dozens more necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and even earrings available.
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Pandora | 30 Mall Drive West #B35D, Jersey City
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Speaking of nostalgia, if you remember the Pandora charm wave/obsession of the 2010s, the jewelry brand is still making a name for itself in 2025. Pandora's 2021 rebrand made for a fresh, modern take on the concept of a charm bracelet and still carries the classic collectible-style charms we all know and love too. The Pandora in the Newport Mall carries a selection of styles to choose from, as well as the company’s website.
