Author Archives: stenoodie

About stenoodie

I'm a stenographer, foodie, avid traveller, and mom of 3 who loves to share her experiences with the world.

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Posted on October 14, 2016 by stenoodie

To be honest, I’m not sure how long this will last because it just sounds too good to be true. I’m counting my blessings today and thanking Buddha for where this journey is going to take me because I got … Continue reading →

Posted in Life, New Experiences | Tagged eating around Toronto, experience writer, food experiences, honest reviews, paid to blog, Toronto food bloggers, yay me | 19 Comments

Home (after one month in Asia) – 2016

Posted on October 13, 2016 by stenoodie

A little more than 3 years ago, I arrived home with a similar desire to blog about my thoughts after being away for a month. That was also when the idea of this blog was born into life and thus, we … Continue reading →

Posted in Life | 11 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: H2O

Posted on October 7, 2016 by stenoodie

[Post-dated post]. Hard to believe that a little pool of water can give you so much relaxation, health benefits, and MOOD! One of the highlights of my trip to Hokkaido this past first week of October has been the onsen … Continue reading →

Posted in Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged Hokkaido Prefecture, Hokuten no Oka Lake Abashiri Tsuruga Resort, Japan, postaday, private open-air bath, weekly photo challenge | 3 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: Nostalgia

Posted on September 30, 2016 by stenoodie

[Post-dated post]. Literally just came back from Hong Kong a day and a half ago but I’m already missing it. This photo is of the Hong Kong skyscrapers and buildings from the 18th floor of the BP International Hotel in … Continue reading →

Posted in Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged 18th floor of the BP International Hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong views, nostalgia, postaday, weekly photo challenge | Leave a comment

Weekly Photo Challenge: Quest

Posted on September 25, 2016 by stenoodie

Quest: What an easy and most appropriate photo theme for me this week! 😂 I’m currently on vacation in Asia and since collecting virtual reality creatures, called Pokemon, are region-specific, it is only here in Asia that I can capture … Continue reading →

Posted in Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged Farfetch'd in Pokemon Go, Pokemon Go screenshot, Pokemon Go screenshot looking for Farfetch'd, postaday, quest, trying to find Farfetch'd in Asia, weekly photo challenge | 1 Comment

[Affiliate Link] Attend OktoberFEAST in Markham on October 22, 2016!

Posted on September 15, 2016 by stenoodie

Mark Saturday, October 22, 2016 on your calendar, folks, because OktoberFEAST is coming to town (Address: Markham Museum, 9350 Markham Rd., Markham)! OktoberFEAST (oktoberfeast.ca) is an indulgent evening showcasing the hottest food trends and coolest libations. With entertainment and a vibrant … Continue reading →

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合益泰小食 Hop Yik Tai (Shum Shui Po, Hong Kong)

Posted on September 13, 2016 by stenoodie

On the second day of Hong Kong in 2016, we went to 合益泰小食 (Hop Yik Tai) in Shum Shui Po on 121 Kweilin Street to have lunch. Apparently this place boasts the best cheung fun (rice noodles) in Hong Kong. I was … Continue reading →

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Watei Japanese Restaurant (City One, Sha Tin)

Posted on September 12, 2016 by stenoodie

On my first day coming back to Hong Kong, we ate at Watei Japanese Restaurant for an early dinner (which fit well because I was experiencing jet lag and highly exhausted after an hour or so into the dinner). Watei Japanese … Continue reading →

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Potato Noodle Soup of Bai (Langham Square)

Posted on September 10, 2016 by stenoodie

Even though I didn’t enjoy my first visit to Potato Noodle Soup of Bai, when I found out that they had opened a brand new full-service restaurant at Langham Square and we were conveniently in the area looking for dinner, … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Edge

Posted on September 9, 2016 by stenoodie

In the summer of 2011 when the CN Tower first introduced its EdgeWalk program, my friend Rachel and I were one of the first to brave together to try this first “walk on the edge” on the 356-metre high tower, … Continue reading →