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.

Late Night Desserts at Hung Fook Tong

Posted on May 5, 2014 by stenoodie

Hung Fook Tong is a restaurant that specializes in Chinese desserts. The name Hung Fook Tong is well recognised in Hong Kong and Asia where the company has numerous stores and products. It’s a popular spot to grab some late … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged Chinese, chinese traditional desserts, condensed milk, desserts, food blog, gui ling gao, Hong Kong style, Hung Fook Tong, jelly, late night, mango pudding, Markham, restaurant review, Scarborough, toast, turtle shell | Leave a comment

Japanese Express

Posted on May 4, 2014 by stenoodie

A need for a speedy lunch led us to eat at Japanese Express in Pacific Mall. This is not so much a real restaurant as just one of the many food shops open in the food court area on the … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged food blog, food court, instant noodles, Japanese Express, Pacific Mall, ramen, rolls, second floor, Shin Ramyun, sushi | 15 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: Spring

Posted on May 3, 2014 by stenoodie

This week’s photo challenge displays the proverbial sign of spring: Flowers blooming and trees budding! Just look at these little buds open up and blossom into leaves. : )

Posted in Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged budding, nature, postaday, spring, Toronto, trees, weather, weekly photo challenge | 3 Comments

Cleaning up Little Norway Park

Posted on May 2, 2014 by stenoodie

Last week, as part of the spring time Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, a group of eager Mother Nature lovers and I landed upon Little Norway Park to rid its space of any litter that others have left behind. The Great … Continue reading →

Posted in Philanthropy | Tagged @cleanshorelines, cigarette butts, clean up, earth, garbage, Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, initiative, Little Norway Park, nature, stenoodie cleanups, Toronto, wildlife, WWF Canada | 2 Comments

West 50 Pourhouse & Grille

Posted on May 1, 2014 by stenoodie

My friend Clarissa held her bachelorette party last weekend at West 50 Pourhouse & Grille in Mississauga. We had our own private room for over 25 guests. It was a nice secluded area for us to mingle, eat, and catch up. … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged @West50Pourhouse, Crispy Chicken Bites, fish tacos, Flourless Chocolate Lava Cake, food blog, gelato, Maple Baked Brie, Mississauga, Onion Ring Tower, Organic Salmon, restaurant review, West 50 Pourhouse & Grille | 1 Comment

Beer Flights & Birthday at Bier Markt (King West)

Posted on April 30, 2014 by stenoodie

My dear friend Tracy celebrated her birthday at Bier Markt last weekend. (Happy [post] birthday, Tracy!!!!) I’ve never been to Bier Markt before even though they have a number of locations all across Toronto — this one, King West, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged @BierMarktKing, Bavarian pretzel, Beer, beer flights, Bier Can Chicken, Bier Markt, big screen, Chorizo, craft beers, Flammekueches, food blog, Jalapeno & Cheese Curd, King Street West, live band, Maple Walnut, onion jam, Porter Bacon Poutine, poutine, restaurant review, sports, tarte flambée, Toronto, wurst board | 14 Comments

Fresh Burger (Richmond Hill location)

Posted on April 29, 2014 by stenoodie

Not only have I passed by Fresh Burger several times but I’ve also heard about its appeal from several friends recently. Thus, it was only natural for me to hop in for a visit and see what all the hype … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged @FreshBurger2, burgers, Canada AAA sirloin, food blog, free wifi, Fresh Burger, Freshburger, fries, hamburgers, made fresh, Mushroom Melt burger, patty, restaurant review, Richmond Hill | 12 Comments

Mi-NE Japanese Restaurant

Posted on April 28, 2014 by stenoodie

A little simple lunch with a simple hang-out with a friend: Jenny and I had sushi at Mi-NE Japanese Restaurant last week. It’s a restaurant that has a location in Richmond Hill (and apparently is not linked to the locations in Markham, Aurora, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged bento box, food blog, Japanese, lunch combos, Mi-Ne Japanese restaurant, miso soup, restaurant review, Richmond Hill, rolls, salad, sashimi, spicy salmon roll, sushi | 10 Comments

Museum Tavern

Posted on April 27, 2014 by stenoodie

After a thorough and fascinating learning experience at the ROM’s Forbidden City exhibit, Godwin, Gen, and I headed for some early dinner at Museum Tavern. I’ve heard lots of good things about this restaurant! At least two friends of mine … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged @MuseumTavern, Bloor street, downtown, elk burger, food blog, free wifi, lobster roll, Museum Tavern, pub, restaurant review, ROM, Toronto | Leave a comment

Georgian Dishes at Aragvi Restaurant

Posted on April 26, 2014 by stenoodie

This restaurant blew my socks off! Despite the high ratings on urbanspoon that this restaurant earned, I never expected the food to be THIS good! I definitely recommend a visit to this probably-overlooked restaurant in North York. My friend Jen … Continue reading →