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We see you. You've landed in New York City — maybe it's your first time, maybe you've been coming for years — and you want to explore everything this city has to offer, including its legal cannabis culture. We're Silly Nice, a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run cannabis brand founded right here in Brooklyn, New York. Our co-founders, Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, have been partners for 25 years. We built Silly Nice from the ground up, launching in March 2024 with a mission rooted in community, quality, and representation. Today, our products are available in 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State.

To our visitors coming all the way from Trinidad and Tobago — welcome. NYC is your city too while you're here. This guide was written specifically for you, covering everything you need to know about navigating New York's legal cannabis scene safely, confidently, and in full compliance with local law. We're going to break it all down: what's legal, what to bring, where to go, and which of our products you absolutely have to try while you're here.

Before we dive into the fun stuff, let's talk about something important: the legal landscape. We know that as visitors from Trinidad and Tobago, you're coming from a country where the cannabis legal framework is very different from what you'll find in New York. In Trinidad and Tobago, cannabis possession remains largely prohibited under the Dangerous Drugs Act, though small amounts for personal use have seen some decriminalization discussions over the years. The bottom line is that cannabis is not openly legal for recreational use back home the way it is here in NYC.

In New York State, cannabis was legalized for adult recreational use in March 2021 under the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA). Adults who are 21 years of age or older — including international visitors — can legally purchase cannabis from licensed dispensaries, possess up to three ounces on their person, and consume in designated areas. This is a big deal, and it means that as a visitor from T&T, you can walk into a licensed dispensary, show your valid ID, and legally buy cannabis products. It's a completely different world.

One Critical Reminder: What Happens in NYC, Stays in NYC

Here's something we have to say clearly and directly: any cannabis you purchase legally in New York must stay in New York. You cannot carry cannabis across international borders, including back to Trinidad and Tobago. Attempting to do so could result in serious legal consequences in both the U.S. and at home. Cannabis you enjoy here is for your time here — period. Enjoy the experience while you're in the city, and leave it behind when you head to the airport.

Walking into a legal cannabis dispensary for the first time can feel intimidating if you don't know what to expect. We want to make that experience easy for you. Here's a practical breakdown of everything you'll need and everything to keep in mind when you visit a dispensary in New York City.

Bring Your Passport — It's Your Best Friend Here

Every licensed dispensary in New York will ask for valid government-issued photo ID proving you are 21 years of age or older. As an international visitor from Trinidad and Tobago, your passport is the perfect document to present. Every budtender at every licensed shop is trained to accept international passports as valid ID. Don't leave your accommodation without it when you're planning to visit a dispensary. Your Trinidad and Tobago passport is recognized and valid — bring it, and you're good to go.

Cash Is Always Welcome — Cards Are Complicated

Because cannabis remains federally illegal in the United States, many dispensaries have limited or complicated card payment options. Cash is king in the cannabis retail space, and virtually every licensed dispensary in NYC is cash-friendly. We recommend stopping at an ATM before you visit — most dispensary locations also have ATMs on-site or nearby. Having USD cash on hand makes the transaction smooth and easy. Some shops have introduced debit payment options, but don't count on it — come prepared with cash.

No Public Consumption — Know the Rules

Legal in New York does not mean legal everywhere. You cannot consume cannabis in public spaces, on sidewalks where smoking is prohibited, in parks where tobacco smoking is banned, in vehicles, or in hotels and rental accommodations that prohibit it (which is most of them). The safest place to consume is in a private residence where the property owner permits it. Some cannabis-friendly lounges are beginning to emerge in NYC, but check before you go. Respect the rules — NYC takes public consumption violations seriously.

With Silly Nice available in 150+ licensed dispensaries across New York State, you have plenty of options no matter which borough or neighborhood you're staying in or visiting. We're proud to be one of the most widely distributed independent cannabis brands in New York, and our products are accessible from Manhattan to Brooklyn to Queens and beyond. Here's a look at where to find us by area.

Manhattan: The Heart of the City

Manhattan is home to some of New York's most visible and accessible licensed dispensaries. You'll find shops in neighborhoods like the East Village, Chelsea, Midtown, Harlem, and the Lower East Side. If you're staying in a hotel in Manhattan — near Times Square, the Financial District, or Midtown — you're almost certainly within walking distance or a short subway ride from a dispensary carrying Silly Nice. Use our store locator at sillynice.com/store-locator to find the exact location nearest you.

Brooklyn: Our Home Borough

Brooklyn is where Silly Nice was born, and it's where our heart lives. The borough has a thriving cannabis retail scene with licensed dispensaries spread across neighborhoods including Williamsburg, Bed-Stuy, Crown Heights, Flatbush, Downtown Brooklyn, and more. If you're visiting Brooklyn for its food, culture, music, and Caribbean community — and we know many visitors from Trinidad and Tobago are drawn to Brooklyn for exactly that — you're in our territory. Come find us here. We're proud to be part of Brooklyn's story.

Queens: Diverse, Vibrant, and Cannabis-Accessible

Queens is one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse places on earth — and visitors from Trinidad and Tobago often feel right at home there. From Jamaica to Flushing to Astoria, Queens has a growing number of licensed adult-use dispensaries. If you're spending time in Queens, check our store locator to find the nearest location carrying Silly Nice. Whether you're exploring the food in Richmond Hill or catching a show in Long Island City, we've got you covered.

One of the things we're most proud of at Silly Nice is our hash program. Hash has a long and respected history in cannabis culture around the world, and we've put serious craft and attention into producing some of the finest hash available in the New York market. If you're a visitor from Trinidad and Tobago who appreciates quality, complexity, and potency, our hash offerings are going to be something you remember long after you've returned home.

Artisanal Hash

Frosted Hash Ball

Our Frosted Hash Ball is a 1-gram premium hand-rolled hash ball that delivers 67.34% THC and 78.34% total cannabinoids, with a terpene content of 5.7% that gives it a rich, aromatic profile unlike anything in standard flower. Priced at $50, it's a collector's piece as much as it is a cannabis product. The Frosted Hash Ball is the kind of thing you pass around among friends, the kind of thing that sparks a whole evening. For visitors who want to experience something genuinely artisanal and crafted with intention, this is it.

THC

67.34%

Total

78.34%

Size

1g

Price

$50

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Solventless

Bubble Hash

Our Bubble Hash is a 1-gram solventless concentrate made using ice water extraction — no solvents, no shortcuts, no compromise. It comes in at 53.32% THC and 62.86% total cannabinoids, with an impressive 6.2% terpene content that delivers a deeply flavorful and aromatic experience. Priced at $44, it's the most accessible of our hash products and one of our best sellers. If you're new to hash concentrates, Bubble Hash is a beautiful entry point — approachable but unmistakably premium. Sprinkle it on flower, add it to a bowl, or use it however you prefer.

THC

53.32%

Total

62.86%

Size

1g

Price

$44

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Beyond our hash offerings, Silly Nice carries a full lineup of small-batch, independently lab-tested cannabis products — each one crafted with the same commitment to quality and sustainability. Every product we make is designed to deliver a premium experience, and we don't cut corners anywhere in our process.

Concentrate

Diamond Powder

Diamond Powder is our most potent product: 1 gram, 86.24% THC, and 98.54% total cannabinoids at $50. This is a crystalline THCA concentrate designed for experienced cannabis consumers who want maximum potency. Add it to flower, use it as an enhancer — Diamond Powder is exactly what it sounds like, and it hits accordingly.

THC

86.24%

Total

98.54%

Size

1g

Price

$50

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Vape Cartridge

510 Thread Vape — Pink Stardust

For visitors who prefer vapor, our Pink Stardust 510 Vape Cartridge delivers 81.96% THC and 88.36% total cannabinoids in a 1-gram cart at $40. It's discreet, portable, and consistent — a favorite among visitors who want convenience without sacrificing quality. If you want to go bigger, our Alaskan Thunder Fuck 2G All-In-One is a self-contained vape unit with 2 grams of oil at 82.46% THC and 84.06% total cannabinoids, priced at $80. No battery needed, no extras — just open it and enjoy.

THC

81.96%

Total

88.36%

Size

1g

Price

$40

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Infused Flower

Diamond-Frosted & Live Resin Infused Flower

Our Papaya Wine Infused Flower is 3.5 grams of premium cannabis infused with additional cannabinoids for an elevated experience — 51.22% THC and 58.63% total cannabinoids at $60. The tropical name isn't just marketing; Papaya Wine has a lush, fruit-forward character that feels right at home for visitors who appreciate bold, expressive flavor profiles. For those who like to roll their own or pack a bowl, this is the one.

THC

37.32%

Total

42.90%

Size

3.5g

Price

$60

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We didn't build Silly Nice just to sell cannabis. We built it because we believe that the legal cannabis industry should include voices, faces, and owners that reflect the full diversity of this city and this country. As a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, and LGBTQ+-owned business, we represent communities that have historically been excluded from the legal cannabis economy — and often disproportionately targeted under prohibition. Being in this industry isn't just business for us. It's personal. It's a statement.

When visitors from Trinidad and Tobago choose to spend their dollars at a licensed dispensary carrying Silly Nice, they're supporting a brand that genuinely gives a damn — about quality, about community, about doing things right. Every product we sell is independently lab-tested, made in small batches, and packaged with sustainability in mind. We don't rush our process, and we don't compromise our standards. What you get from Silly Nice is exactly what it says on the label: tested, real, and crafted with care.

Small-Batch Quality You Can Trust

Every Silly Nice product is small-batch and independently lab-tested before it reaches the shelf. You'll find the test results right on the package, including THC percentages, total cannabinoid content, and terpene profiles where applicable. We believe in full transparency, because when you're making a purchase decision — especially as a visitor in an unfamiliar market — you deserve to know exactly what you're getting. There's no guessing with Silly Nice.

New York City has always been a place where the world comes together — and the Caribbean community has been a part of this city's soul for generations. From Crown Heights to Flatbush to Richmond Hill, T&T culture is woven into the fabric of New York. We see that, we celebrate it, and we welcome every visitor who comes here carrying that same spirit.

If you're in New York City from Trinidad and Tobago and you want to experience legal cannabis at its best — crafted with intention, tested for transparency, and backed by a team that genuinely cares — we want to be your brand. Come find us. Walk into one of 150+ licensed dispensaries across New York State, tell your budtender you want Silly Nice, and let us show you what a Brooklyn-born cannabis brand can do.

All products are for adults 21 years of age or older. Always consume responsibly. Do not drive or operate machinery after consuming cannabis. Keep all cannabis products out of reach of children. Remember: cannabis purchased in New York must remain in New York — do not attempt to travel internationally with cannabis products.