Monthly Archives: May 2014

Snakes & Lattes, Board Game Café

Posted on May 11, 2014 by stenoodie

Snakes & Lattes is a board game café and was the first one to open and gain prominence in Toronto. The idea is simple: You pay a cover of $5 to enter the cozy establishment with friend or two or … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: On the Move

Posted on May 10, 2014 by stenoodie

Upon seeing the subject of this week’s photo challenge, I knew immediately — IMMEDIATELY — of which photo to feature. Haha, this photo definitely embodies what I think “on the move” means and those of us who were actually in … Continue reading →

Posted in Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged China, on the move, postaday, travel, weekly photo challenge | 13 Comments

Taking off a day of work to work?

Posted on May 9, 2014 by stenoodie

I just saw this status from a steno colleague of mine. She says, “I love having the day off so I can get work done. Happy Friday!”

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3rd Annual Toronto Wing Festival

Posted on May 8, 2014 by stenoodie

This was my first time attending Toronto’s Wing Festival. Apparently this was the third year that they hosted it. I’m sure a lot of people don’t even know about this festival, so hopefully this blog post will bring more awareness to … Continue reading →

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Eating Caribbean Food at Cravins!

Posted on May 7, 2014 by stenoodie

I can’t believe that this is the first time I can recall trying and eating jerk chicken! I’ve always heard of this dish but somehow it has always eluded my dining choices. Who knew that there was such an authentic Caribbean … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged Caribbean food, Cravin's Caribbean Bar & Grill, Cravins, curry goat roti wrap, food blog, foodie, Jamaican, jerk chicken, Markham, restaurant review, roti, Trinidadian, Woodbine | 10 Comments

Cheap Eats at Hai Tang Bakery & Coffee

Posted on May 6, 2014 by stenoodie

This place is a gem! Hai Tang Bakery & Coffee was predominantly a bakery where you could buy Chinese buns and baked goods, but over time it has transformed into a little cafe where you can order extremely cheap combo … Continue reading →

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Late Night Desserts at Hung Fook Tong

Posted on May 5, 2014 by stenoodie

Hung Fook Tong is a restaurant that specializes in Chinese desserts. The name Hung Fook Tong is well recognised in Hong Kong and Asia where the company has numerous stores and products. It’s a popular spot to grab some late … Continue reading →

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Japanese Express

Posted on May 4, 2014 by stenoodie

A need for a speedy lunch led us to eat at Japanese Express in Pacific Mall. This is not so much a real restaurant as just one of the many food shops open in the food court area on the … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged food blog, food court, instant noodles, Japanese Express, Pacific Mall, ramen, rolls, second floor, Shin Ramyun, sushi | 15 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: Spring

Posted on May 3, 2014 by stenoodie

This week’s photo challenge displays the proverbial sign of spring: Flowers blooming and trees budding! Just look at these little buds open up and blossom into leaves. : )

Posted in Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged budding, nature, postaday, spring, Toronto, trees, weather, weekly photo challenge | 3 Comments

Cleaning up Little Norway Park

Posted on May 2, 2014 by stenoodie

Last week, as part of the spring time Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, a group of eager Mother Nature lovers and I landed upon Little Norway Park to rid its space of any litter that others have left behind. The Great … Continue reading →