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.

Snakes & Lattes (Bathurst & College)

Posted on March 9, 2016 by stenoodie

The first time that I went to the first Snakes & Lattes on Bloor Street many years ago was on a Valentine’s Day with a date. Since then, I have returned to that board game cafe and also blogged about … Continue reading →

Posted in board game cafes, Food | Tagged $5 playing fee, 489 College Street, @SnakesandLattes, Battleship, board game café, board games, Exploding Kittens, food blog, friends, fun, Little Italy, rainy day activity, review, Snakes & Lattes, Tokaido board game, Toronto, Toronto's First Board Game Café, Toronto's Original Board Game Cafe | 1 Comment

Sabai Sabai Kitchen and Bar

Posted on March 8, 2016 by stenoodie

I had wanted to visit Sabai Sabai Kitchen and Bar for the longest time but never had a chance to until now. It was ML’s “farewell good-bye” party since she was leaving the country to pursue her dreams — what … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged 225 Church Street, @sabaisabaito, dinner menu, food blog, foodie, Freshly Grated Squash Fritters, Garden District, Grilled Satay Chicken, House-Made Spicy Lao Sausage, Khao Soi, Northern Thai Pork Skewers, Panang Curry, restaurant review, Sabai Sabai Kitchen and Bar, Spicy Coconut Noodles 'Mee Kati', tapas, Thai, Toronto | Leave a comment

Lucullus Bakers & Roasters

Posted on March 7, 2016 by stenoodie

Remember when I first blogged about Lucullus Bakery? That one was located at Kennedy and 14th in Markham. There’s another location of Lucullus that somewhat recently opened up at the Cineplex Cinemas Markham & VIP in Markham! This one is … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged 169 Enterprise Boulevard L108, bakery, cafe, Chinese, Cineplex Cinemas Markham & VIP, Curry chicken Rice, Downtown Markham, food blog, foodie, Lucullus Bakers & Roasters, Markham, Red Curry Chicken on Steamed Rice, review, Seafood Chowder | 1 Comment

Review: Jenny’s Beauty Spa

Posted on March 6, 2016 by stenoodie

I’ve been a loyal customer of Jenny’s Beauty Spa for over four years now. The first time I actually went to this place for facials was over 10 years ago when I was still a preteen or teenager. A friend … Continue reading →

Posted in beauty, Spas and Massages | Tagged 8333 Kennedy Road, Chinese, 珍麗斯纖美容中心, facial, facials to clear out clogged pores, Jenny's Beauty Spa, Jenny's Beauty Spa Markham review, Markham, Markham facials to clear out pores, new location, oily face, pimples, review, review for Jenny's Beauty Spa, second floor, The Mall at Langham Square, treatment for acne | 11 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: Harmony

Posted on March 5, 2016 by stenoodie

Harmony…. I remember taking harmony theory lessons when I was younger and studying piano. Harmony classes were part of the prerequisites needed to complete certain levels of each grade in learning piano. I remember not enjoying those classes very much … Continue reading →

Posted in Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged be at peace with yourself, Harmony, hobbies, how to gain inner peace, me time, melodies, mental health, piano, Play me. I'm Yours, postaday, solitude, street pianos, Toronto, tunes, weekly photo challenge | 10 Comments

Touhenboku Ramen (Richmond Hill)

Posted on March 4, 2016 by stenoodie

While I was perusing the menu at the newest (third) location of Touhenboku Ramen located in Richmond Hill, I searched back in my archives on stenoodie and realized that it’s been two years since I first stepped into the first … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged 1070 Major Mackenzie Drive East, @TouhenbokuRamen, Black (Garlicky) Ramen, Black Garlic, Chashu Chicken Don, chicken karaage, Dessert, dinner, food blog, foodie, Japanese, Karaage, Mille Crepe, newest location of Touhenboku Ramen, pork shoulder, ramen, restaurant review, Richmond Hill, Takoyaki, Touhenboku Ramen | 1 Comment

Mr. Congee Chinese Cuisine (Bridlewood Mall)

Posted on March 3, 2016 by stenoodie

Ah, family time. There’s nothing like it. On a Saturday night, I arrived early to Mr. Congee Chinese Cuisine (龍粥記 in Chinese) to get a table for four of us for dinner. I was here early at 5:20 p.m. but the restaurant … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged 2900 Warden Avenue, Bridlewood Mall, Chinese, dinner, 龍粥記, Finch, food blog, foodie, Halibut with Teriyaki Sauce, House Fried Rice, House Special Chicken, Mr. Congee Chinese Cuisine, restaurant review, Scarborough, Snow Pea Leaf with King Mushroom, Warden Ave. | Leave a comment

Sichuan Cuisine at Fish Legend

Posted on March 2, 2016 by stenoodie

This is quickly going to become one of my favourite restaurants in the Markham area! 😀 After a Friday massage session, my mom and I headed over to Fish Legend (沸腾鱼乡 in Chinese) to check it out for lunch — we had … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged 3235 Highway 7 East Unit 23-26, Chinese, First Markham Place, Fish Legend, FMP, food blog, foodie, Griddle Cooked Rabbit, lunch, Markham, Pan Fried Supreme Chive Dumplings, restaurant review, Sichuan, Spicy and Sour Noodle Soup, 沸腾鱼乡 | 1 Comment

Chef’s Plate: Asian Chicken Paillard

Posted on March 1, 2016 by stenoodie

This is one of the easiest Chef’s Plate recipes I have ever made! It’s either that this one is particularly easy and hassle-free or that I’ve made seven different dishes from Chef’s Plate now that I kind of know the … Continue reading →

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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 →