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.

18-Course Omakase at Yasu!

Posted on November 18, 2015 by stenoodie

This was my first omakase at a Japanese restaurant! What an amazing 18-course omakase it was too! I feel so grateful and privileged that I got this opportunity to try amazing sushi at Yasu in Toronto! Yay! 😀 Yasu is … Continue reading →

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Win Yeung Chinese Restaurant (Haliburton)

Posted on November 17, 2015 by stenoodie

After our amazing day of training and learning, we went to Win Yeung Chinese Restaurant in Haliburton for dinner. We called ahead of time to let this Chinese restaurant know that up to 20 people were on the way (otherwise, … Continue reading →

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Breakfast at Heatherwood Restaurant (Pinestone Resort)

Posted on November 16, 2015 by stenoodie

After our first night settling into Haliburton at the Pinestone Resort & Conference Centre, we were ready for our full day of learning and training with our mentors. But first, we had to get some sustenance! We walked out from our … Continue reading →

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CheapOair Coupon Codes for 2015

Posted on November 16, 2015 by stenoodie

Everyone flies and like to go on vacation. A lot of people purchase their airfare tickets online nowadays instead of going to their local travel agent. For your convenience, here are some coupon codes and discounts that you use on the … Continue reading →

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Tapas at Hapa Izakaya!

Posted on November 15, 2015 by stenoodie

It’s been a while since I’ve been to an izakaya and I just love sharing small plates of food because you get to try so many dishes! 😀 Stephen and I went to Hapa Izakaya on a Friday evening. Unfortunately, … Continue reading →

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The Pepper Mill Steak & Pasta House

Posted on November 14, 2015 by stenoodie

After checking in and settling into our villa, we went out for dinner at The Pepper Mill Steak & Pasta House in Minden, Ontario. Since our breakfast brunch that morning was just a relatively small one at Goldsor Restaurant, most … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Victory

Posted on November 13, 2015 by stenoodie

This week’s challenge asks us to share a moment that is victorious. It reminds me of the treetop trekking that we did earlier this week. When you finish all the obstacles and emerge on the other side unscathed, you feel … Continue reading →

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Broccoli & Tuna Macaroni Casserole from Fresh City Farms

Posted on November 12, 2015 by stenoodie

Thanks again to Fresh City Farms for providing me with the Recipe Bag, I was able to make this third and final fish dish of Broccoli & Tuna Macaroni Casserole with Thyme. As some of you might have seen in … Continue reading →

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Breakfast and Lunch Combos at Goldsor Restaurant Cafe

Posted on November 11, 2015 by stenoodie

Wow, there are so many Hong Kong style cafes all over the GTA that I didn’t even know that this one existed! This one is called Goldsor Restaurant and is located at Times Square in Richmond Hill where Ruelo, King’s Dragon … Continue reading →

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Rustic Tuscan Sausage Stew from Fresh City Farms

Posted on November 10, 2015 by stenoodie

The second Recipe Bag that I tried from Fresh City Farms with compliments was a meat dish called Rustic Tuscan Sausage Stew with White Beans & Spinach. As I mentioned in my first feature of Fresh City Farms, they are … Continue reading →