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About stenoodie

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

Week 173 motherhood – more standing, daily EarlyONs, “ma ma”

Week 173 motherhood with 3 year old and 1 year old:

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Uni and Scallop Don at Hana Don Japanese Cuisine & Bar Markham

After a massage, my mom and I had a kid-free lunch date at Hana Don, a restaurant that I had my eye on for the longest time.  We actually have had their food here before but in takeout form, so … Continue reading →

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Indian-Style Chinese Hakka and Thai Fusion Food at Royal Jade Restaurant

After a visit to our favourite liquidator store, we stopped by Royal Jade Restaurant for a late lunch.  The ratings online were high and I hadn’t had Hakka food in a while so we decided to check it out.  Upon … Continue reading →

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Week 172 motherhood – walker, squealing stands, climbing stairs, 1 year checkup, “ma ma”

Week 172 motherhood of 3 year old and 1 year old: 

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Vietnamese Pho at Pho Le in Richmond Hill

I’ve noticed some foodies post about this newly opened Vietnamese restaurant at the Golden Court Plaza in Richmond Hill called Phở Lệ 錦麗.  Their original location in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam has received a Michelin Bib gourmand in … Continue reading →

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Vegetarian Set Lunch and Dim Sum at Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

I believe I’ve been to Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant as a child but I don’t have a solid memory of it.  We celebrated the first day of the new year 2024 and my FIL’s early birthday here with one of their … Continue reading →

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Year in Review: 2023

It’s time to wrap up the year and write my favourite summary blog post.  2023 was a really great year for me.  Let me recount the happenings. 😀 

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Too Good To Go Surprise Bags — December 2023

Want to save money on food costs and save food from being wasted?  Download the app “Too Good to Go”!  For one third of the original cost, you can buy unsold or surplus food from participating restaurants, bakeries, groceries stores.  … Continue reading →

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Week 171 motherhood – 9-day belly binding finished, 2 steps taken

Week 171 motherhood with 3 year old and 1 year old: 

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Week 170 motherhood – playdate, 1 year old!, first dinner date in a year

Week 170 motherhood of 3 year old and 1 year old!

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