Smoke DZA opens up about his deep-rooted relationship with the plant, launching a potent new strain, and co-founding Fourth Rope wrestling with Westside Gunn—all while keeping his creative energy grounded in real life and real hustle.
From launching a cannabis cookbook campaign to leading a powerhouse agency with nearly 50 clients, Rosie Mattio transformed modern media for the plant. With offices in NYC, LA, and Toronto, her firm is shaping the future of cannabis branding and communication.
Akallah Figueroa, aka 24K, is NYC’s self-proclaimed flower head and terp queen. From discovering her roots at Happy Munkey to sharing her top picks like Runtz, Alien Cookies, and Baja Blaze vapes, she’s blazing a new trail in the culture
New York’s cannabis market hits new highs with 366 dispensaries, workforce training programs, and a statewide education campaign. OCM leads with equity, safety, and science to grow a smarter, more inclusive industry.
The Cannaleptic Rating, a first-of-its-kind cannabis scoring system inspired by the Wine Score, has launched in New York. Now used by brands like Foy, Florist Farms, and Umamii, the system helps consumers easily evaluate quality through data, aroma, taste, and effect.
Brothers Sean and Joseph Lustberg are aiming to transform the Hampton Bays community with their proposed dispensary Mottz Green Grocer. The new business will create jobs, generate tax revenue, and contribute back to local charities and civic initiatives.
Dynasty Commodities opens its Harlem dispensary with a 420 block party featuring Jadakiss, Remy Ma, Jim Jones, Dave East, and more. Co-founded by NY Giants star Jon Beason and Rich Jospitre, the launch marks a major cultural milestone in New York’s legal space.
The Flowery, New York’s largest cannabis retailer, celebrates 420 with Flowery Fest in Staten Island, a Miami party at Factory Town, and exclusive deals across 16 stores in NY and FL. Honeysuckle talks with team lead Katie Seccombe about culture, connection, and za for life.
Discover Rove’s 2025 420 collection featuring ultra-potent live resin diamond vapes and triple-infused Ice Pack prerolls. Explore premium strains like Strawberry Cough, Apple Fritter, and Watermelon Burst across 12+ legal markets.
Vlad Bautista of Happy Munkey shares the powerful legacy of Uptown NYC as a cannabis mecca. From street retail to licensed dispensary, his journey highlights how Washington Heights helped shape New York’s cannabis culture—then and now.
NBA icon Carmelo Anthony launches his cannabis brand STAYME7O and Grand National agency in New York. In partnership with Jesce Horton and Beedy, the brand combines premium flower, social equity, and community empowerment in its East Coast debut.
Discover the story of Krax, founder of Pops Cookies and DatzPackz, as he builds legacy brands from Queens to NYC’s legal scene. From underground roots to Datz Deli’s viral fame, his grind blends family, flavor, and culture in New York’s evolving market.
Don’t miss the Long Island Nuggathon 2025 on April 27 at Stereo Garden in Patchogue—NY’s biggest cannabis culture event of the year! Featuring top brands, live music, fashion, food, and celebrity guests. A historic celebration of legal cannabis in New York!
Cash Corbain’s unforgettable birthday bash at Harbor NYC, a Dream Hospitality venue, brought together celebrities and VIPs for an epic night of live performances and NYC nightlife magic. Explore the highlights from this exclusive event and the iconic properties of Dream Hospitality.
Discover how Steph Frohock, VP of Marketing at The Flowery, is shaping cannabis marketing with strategic growth and creative campaigns. From overcoming advertising challenges to empowering women in leadership, Frohock is driving success in Florida and New York’s evolving cannabis markets.
