Monthly Archives: February 2016

Private Media Tasting at Morals Village Hot Pot

Posted on February 29, 2016 by stenoodie

Morals Village Hot Pot is a hot pot chain originating in China that is very popular, seeing over 600 locations! Recently, they have expanded to Canada, being the only country outside of China that is lucky enough to have Morals … Continue reading →

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Chef’s Plate: Salmon Tacos with Mango Salsa and an Avocado and Purple Cabbage Slaw

Posted on February 28, 2016 by stenoodie

Salmon Tacos with Mango Salsa and an Avocado and Purple Cabbage Slaw: what a long recipe title! XD This is now my 6th plate from Chef’s Plate! I have been falling in love with this home delivery service with … Continue reading →

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The Chef’s Table Exclusive Blogger Event at Canyon Creek!

Posted on February 27, 2016 by stenoodie

What a pleasure it was to dine among the great food bloggers of Toronto this past Tuesday evening! Victoria, the Marketing Manager of Canyon Creek, contacted me at the end of January to invite me to their exclusive blogger event called … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: State of Mind

Posted on February 26, 2016 by stenoodie

I went to a great Sichuan Chinese restaurant today and it’s clear that whenever I go to a great restaurant and marvel at the food, there’s no other feeling but joy and gratefulness. This was a new restaurant, a new … Continue reading →

Posted in Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged Fish Legend, lunch, Markham, mood, noodle soup, postaday, Sichuan, weekly photo challenge, where can I find Sichuan dishes in Markham | 2 Comments

Restaurant Tasting at Hakka Wow!

Posted on February 24, 2016 by stenoodie

I had the privilege of being invited to try one of Toronto’s newest Chinese Hakka restaurants called Hakka Wow yesterday on a Tuesday afternoon for lunch. Thank you Sachi for inviting me and Deven for hosting! 🙂

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Chef’s Plate: Flat Iron Steak with Collard Greens and Cheddar Polenta

Posted on February 23, 2016 by stenoodie

Happiness is seeing a delivery of Chef’s Plate arrive at your door. I choose for the package to be left outside my door when it’s time for my delivery to arrive from this meal-delivery company. This is now my third … Continue reading →

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Protected: MAWC 2016 !!

Posted on February 22, 2016 by stenoodie

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A day in the life… kind of, or weekend ;)

Posted on February 21, 2016 by stenoodie

I had a really great relaxing weekend this week. It’s been a while. Let your hair down and live life slowed down just a little. 🙂 Woke up at 8:10 a.m. on the Saturday bright and early after a good … Continue reading →

Posted in Life | Tagged casual post, day in the life, Niagara, Toronto | 2 Comments

Chef’s Plate: Salvadorian Cheese Stuffed Pupusas

Posted on February 20, 2016 by stenoodie

I absolutely love cooking with Chef’s Plate because it is so easy and fun to make the dishes! For this next plate that I received from Chef’s Plate, I chose Salvadorian Cheese Stuffed Pupusas with homemade refried beans and radish salad. … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Seasons

Posted on February 19, 2016 by stenoodie

Currently, the season in Toronto is winter, but last week, we experienced some summer weather when we were vacationing on a cruise ship. This photo was taken when we were docked at Cozumel, Mexico. The sea was fairly calm and … Continue reading →