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.

Federal Palace

Posted on November 13, 2014 by stenoodie

For an afternoon brunch, we went to Federal Palace for dim sum and noodles. This is a restaurant in Yau Ma Tei that spans the 3rd to 5th floor. The food here was mediocre to good, but it’s hard to say … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged Chinese, Dim sum, dumplings, Federal Palace, food blog, foodie, Hong Kong, lunch, noodle soup, restaurant review, second floor, Shredded chicken with peanut sauce over rice sheets, sui mai, tomato soup noodles | 3 Comments

Afternoon Tea at Tai Hing

Posted on November 12, 2014 by stenoodie

Talk about a ‘real’ HK style cafe! We went to one today! In Hong Kong! You can’t beat even the best ones outside of Asia with an actual one in HK! Hehe 🙂 Tai Hing is a modern ‘cha chan … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged beef noodles, Borsch macaroni, chilled milk tea, Chinese, food blog, foodie, HK-style cafe, Hong Kong, Japanese meat roll, Mandarin orange with honey, milk tea, milk tea with ice on the outside, noodle soup, restaurant review, Sha Tin, Spare ribs noodles, Tai Hing | 3 Comments

Hairy Crabs at Victoria Harbour Restaurant (Hong Kong)

Posted on November 11, 2014 by stenoodie

Guess where we went for dinner on our first night in HK? We went to Victoria Harbour Restaurant to have hairy crabs! (I know, it sounds nasty but that’s what these crabs are called!). I have fond memories of this … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged Chinese, food blog, foodie, fresh, fried oysters, hairy crabs, Hong Kong, restaurant review, seafood, steamed, Tai Po, Victoria Harbour Restaurant | 5 Comments

Tacos at El Trompo

Posted on November 10, 2014 by stenoodie

I’ve been meaning to try this Mexican tacos joint and finally had the chance to recently. Helen and I didn’t expect the small restaurant in Kensington Market to be so popular! We arrived here on a dark and chilly October Saturday … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged 277 Augusta Ave, @ElTrompoTO, Al Pastor, casual, Chicharron de Queso, churros, coriander, Corn Quesadilla, Corn Truffle, downtown, El Trompo, fish tacos, flor de calabaza, Flour Quesadilla, food blog, foodie, fried cheese, Grilled Chicken Tacos, Huitlacoche, Jamaica, Kensington Market, Mexican, onions, Pastel de Tres Leche, pork meat taco, restaurant review, Sincronizada Hawaiiana, tacos, Tamarindo, Tamarindo fruit, Toronto, Tres Leche cake, Zucchini Flower | Leave a comment

Breast Cancer Awareness Motives Party in October!

Posted on November 9, 2014 by stenoodie

Last month, as part of October being Breast Cancer Awareness, we held a Motives make-up party to show support and awareness for this important initiative and also to show off our Motives make-up line. Motives by Lala Anthony is an exclusive … Continue reading →

Posted in Learning, Philanthropy | Tagged beauty, boss lady, breast cancer awareness, business, cosmetics, coverage, custom blend foundation, eye shadow, foundation, fun, girls, make-up, mascara, Motives, Motives Cosmetics, Motives party, nail polish, October, palette, party, waterproof | Leave a comment

Mi-Ne Sushi (Markham location)

Posted on November 8, 2014 by stenoodie

Priscilla and I went to Mi-Ne Sushi for a Japanese dinner on a weeknight. I’ve heard lots of good things about Mi-Ne. I have been to one previously but apparently it’s a completely different one (it’s called Mi-NE).. Anyway, this … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged 8865 Woodbine Avenue, Apple Creek, dinner, Est Roll, food blog, foodie, Japanese, maki, Markham, Mi-Ne Signature Maki (Roll) menu, Mi-Ne Sushi, Mi-Ne Tower, miso soup, restaurant review, roll, salad, salmon, sea urchin, spicy salmon, sushi, tempura, unagi, uni, Woodbine | 2 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: Minimalist

Posted on November 7, 2014 by stenoodie

This week’s photo challenge was indeed a challenge. I realized I’ve never purposely taken a ‘minimalist’ photo before. It takes some skill and the right setting and object if you aim to have it monotone, contain negative space, with good … Continue reading →

Posted in Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged minimalism, minimalist, photo, postaday, Spain, Toledo, travel, weekly photo challenge | 4 Comments

100 Degrees Hot Pot Restaurant [Defunct]

Posted on November 6, 2014 by stenoodie

After a chilly and spooky night out at Canada Wonderland’s Halloween Haunt, we headed to 100 Degrees Hot Pot Restaurant for the perfect time to warm up and refuel over hot pot. Hot pot is a do-it-yourself cuisine where you … Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Uncategorized | Tagged 100 Degrees, 650 Highway 7 East, all-you-can-eat, AYCE, Chinese, dinner, DIY, food blog, foodie, hot pot, Hwy 7, late night, restaurant review, Richmond Hill, seafood, soup base | 5 Comments

Soma Chocolate

Posted on November 5, 2014 by stenoodie

After our dinner at Rodney’s Oyster House, we strolled over to Soma Chocolate. It’s a chocolate paradise for those who have a sweet tooth as they have every type of chocolate and nut combination available. I was recommended to try … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged 443 King Street West, @SomaChocolate, chocolate, Dessert, downtown, drinks, food blog, foodie, gift baskets, gifts, hot chocolate, ice cream, King St W, review, Soma, spicy hot chocolate, Spicy Mayan, Toronto | 2 Comments

Rodney’s Oyster House

Posted on November 4, 2014 by stenoodie

I was a little disappointed with our night out at Rodney’s Oyster House when we celebrated our 1-3-5 October birthday dinner there. I’ve been to Rodney’s Oyster House in the past. I remember ordering their lobster club, shrimp jambalaya, and … Continue reading →