The difference between Sativa and Indica is really more about how the plants look than their effects.

Is There Really a Difference Between Sativa and Indica?

What’s the backstory behind the difference between sativa and indica cannabis strains?  What does science tells us about the sativa/indica divide?  Tips for navigating sativas, indicas, and hybrids in real life.  8-minute read Why are the terms sativa and indica important? The difference between sativa and indica varieties of cannabis is a topic that many…

Setting the scene is an important part of how to get high

The Dos and Don’ts of How to Get High

Here’s how to get high for the first time.  It’s best to create a safe space and be open to the experience.  There are several methods you can use to get high. 8-minute read Different kinds of cannabis can have vastly different effects Cannabis isn’t one-size-fits-all. There are hundreds of strains and tons of formulations….

MAISON BLOOM is the best for a cannabis infused drink

Celebrate Pride With These 5 Cannabis Infused Drink Recipes

Make these 5 cannabis infused drink recipes from MAISON BLOOM to celebrate Pride in high style this year.  LGBTQIA+ founded MAISON BLOOM also shows you how to use our new Tribeca Tamper/Stirrers to best advantage in your favorite cocktails.  Whether you want to go THC or just CBD, their cannabis infused drink recipes will take…

Cannabis facts: rolling papers and joints are two of the most ubiquitous part of the culture

Cannabis Facts: the 53 Terms You Need to Know

Here’s your guide to the most important cannabis facts you need to know to navigate the current culture.  From weed slang to scientific terminology, we’ve got you covered.  So bookmark this page to stay in the know as cannabis facts evolve!  13-minute read  The cannabis FACTS everyone needs to know We’re constantly learning new cannabis…

Why Green Horizons is Taking the Cannabis Plant to Exciting New Places

Why Green Horizons is Taking the Cannabis Plant to Exciting New Places

Green Horizons is taking cannabis cultivation, brand incubation, and education to the next level.  Its founders—including Carlos (Los) Arias, Michael Meade, and Tommy Hilfiger—are on a mission to reframe the way people view and experience the cannabis plant.  To do that, they just opened the first 100,000 square feet of their game-changing new 1-million-square-foot integrative…

Kamili Wilson is helping other women through menopause with microdosing cannabis

How microdosing cannabis can be a miracle for menopause symptoms

Microdosing cannabis has been a game changer in navigating menopause for Kamili Wilson.  Kamili Wilson founded Menopause Made Modern to create a community for women of color who are going through menopause. Menopause Made Modern provides women with resources, education, and support.  Cannabis may provide relief for many menopause symptoms like insomnia, hot flashes, night…

Gourmet cannabis drinks are coming into their own!

Infused Drinks: Expert Tips on Crafting The Perfect CBD and THC Cocktails

9-minute read Infused drinks are having a moment. While there are quite a few new commercial elixirs hitting dispensaries, they’re still only available in a few states. So we’re experimenting more with our own cannabis cocktails at home. As usual, Jamie Evans, founder of The Herb Somm, is out front. Her book, Cannabis Drinks: Secrets…

Sarah Ahrens, founder of True Labs cannabis testing

Why Should You Care about Cannabis Testing?

You should care about cannabis testing because you want to know that what you’re putting in your body is safe and effective!  Cannabis testing is also what details all the specifics about a product’s terpene and cannabinoid profiles.   Sarah explains why you should always check the Certificate of Analysis (CoA) before buying cannabis products.  9-minute…

Christina Forbrich, founder of The Canncierge on talking about cannabis use

The Canncierge Answers All Your Questions About Cannabis Use

Christina Forbrich founded The Canncierge to help others appreciate all the benefits of cannabis use that she’s loved for years.   Christina’s advice about how to start the conversation around cannabis use.  Along with being a cannabis educator, Christina is also a mom.  Social media is an integral part of her business and her personal journey…

Tengku Chanela Jamida performing JIWA ritual

Reclaiming the Hemp Plant to Empower the Muslim Community

Tengku Chanela Jamidah founded Halal Hemp to reclaim the healing powers of cannabis for her community.  Halal Hemp is working with the American Halal Foundation to certify CBD as halal, supported by blockchain technology from Chroma Signet.  Part of Halal Hemp’s mission is to educate people about and destigmatize cannabis in Muslim culture.  Jamidah uses…

Aroma Culinary's infused seasonings are perfect for this Valentine's edible recipe

Elevate Your Edible Recipe with Aroma Culinary

Up your edible recipe game with Chef Leighton Murdock’s Infused Seasonings.  Aroma Culinary’s new line of cannabis infused seasonings and condiments are the perfect way to elevate any edible recipe.  For Valentine’s Day, Chef Leighton suggests making his Honey Garlic Shrimp.   Cooking was his first passion, but now Chef Leighton combines his love for cannabis…

A display of Triple Seven flower at The Cannabist one of the recreational Boston dispensaires

A Canna-Curious Guide to Boston Dispensaries

To celebrate her 21st birthday, our team member Gavi Azoff visited Boston dispensaries.  She found cannabis products to help with pain relief, anxiety, and a new strain.  Boston dispensaries Ascend and The Cannabist are worth checking out.  7-minute read One of our team, Gavi Azoff, just turned 21! As a birthday present to herself, Gavi…

Holiday Cannabis Cooking from Chef Isamar Arroz Con Dulce Puerto Rican Rice Pudding

Cannabis Cooking for the Holiday Season

With the holiday season in full-swing, there’s no better time to start cannabis cooking with one of NYC’s best cannabis chefs. Chef Isamar De La Cruz went from cannabis cooking secretly at her friends house, to bringing Elevated Eats to fruition. Chef Isa shares her Infused Arroz Con Dulce recipe. 8-minute read Get Cannabis Cooking…

707 Flora Luxe CBD Lotion

Our Favorite CBD Lotion for the Winter Ahead

707 Flora’s CBD lotion will keep your skin feeling refreshed all winter long.  All of 707 Flora’s CBD skincare products are clean, cruelty-free, snd dermatologist tested.  Joan Sutton combined her experience as a beauty product development expert and appreciation for the power of cannabis to bring 707 Flora to life.  8-minute read For radiant skin…

Take your day from ordinary to extraordinary with a CBD bath.

Secrets to the Perfect CBD Bath

Secrets from our founder, Kristina Lopez Adduci, on how to make the perfect CBD bath. Baths have been a part of Kristina’s self-care routine since her childhood. Kristina’s perfect CBD bath also includes cannabis, candles, and good music. 4-minute read The Perfect CBD Bath with Kristina Our founder, Kristina Lopez Adduci, is obsessed with taking…

Woman with sunflower in her hair at Happy Munkey x Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit After Hours

The NYC Cannabis Scene—from Legacy to Legal

To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, meet Happy Munkey, the Latin-founded company here to bring the NYC cannabis scene to new heights. Happy Munkey was co-founded by Vlad Bautista, a leader and advocate in the cannabis space. The Happy Munkey x Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit After Hours is one way the company is introducing NYC to…