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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.

Pandemic 2020 Workouts: Pop Zumba with Emily from Elle Fitness

I am so glad that years ago after attending classes at Flirty Girl Fitness, I stayed subscribed to their e-mail list.  They changed over into Elle Fitness years later (I still have one class left to attend on my punch … Continue reading

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Pandemic 2020 Takeout Eats: Gal’s Sushi in Markham

After a fruitful hour-long walk on a gorgeous spring day at Rouge Valley Park last weekend, it was finally time for some takeout sushi.  Gal’s Sushi in Markham (3621 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106) was on the way home which … Continue reading

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Pandemic 2020 Takeout Eats: Sam’s Congee Delight

I’ve blogged about this restaurant before, but to give to him a shoutout again and to reflect one of the restaurants that we bought takeout from during the pandemic, here it is.  Sam’s Congee Delight (7354 Woodbine Ave., Markham) is … Continue reading

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Facial Sheet Mask Review: AHC Derma Aesthetic Bright Toning Mask

The way this AHC Derma Aesthetic Bright Toning Mask packaging is designed is unique and looks like a “medical” grade product.  It’s a clean design with the name of the facial mask clearly displayed in block letters on the front.  … Continue reading

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Chefs Plate: New England Fish Chowder

This was my first time making fish chowder at home.  I was quite intrigued to try this New England Fish Chowder with Ciabatta Toasties when I saw it as one of the choices for the Chefs Plate meal selection for … Continue reading

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Facial Sheet Mask Review: BCL Momo Puri Jelly Mask – Peach Ceramide Water and Lactobacillus Blend

This Japanese sheet mask smelled SO fragrant!  It’s definitely the thing I noticed first when I pulled it out from the pouch.  BCL Momo Puri Jelly Mask is yet another Japanese mask I picked up while at the HK Airport … Continue reading

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Chefs Plate: Meatballs & Cheesy Corn Polenta

I was really looking forward to creating and tasting this dish!  I enjoy hearty meatballs and cheese and especially polenta.  I remember making polenta as part of another Chefs Plate recipe in the past.  I was excited to see what … Continue reading

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Facial Sheet Mask Review: Hadabisei Brightening Facial Mask

Hadabisei Brightening Facial Mask from Kracie is a Japanese sheet mask that I’ve seen often on the shelves of Hong Kong drugstores.  There’s something about the blue and white picture that makes it recognizable. There are five sheet masks in … Continue reading

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Chefs Plate: Pesto Mozzarella Pizza

It has been SO long since my last Chefs Plate meal.  This was a great comeback meal if I do say so myself. ;D Since my last time ordering from them, I noticed that Chefs Plate has made a few … Continue reading

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Pandemic 2020 Eats: Frozen dim sum from Fu Kee Dim Sum

There is a store at Kennedy and Finch in Scarborough that sells quality frozen dim sum.  My mom’s tai chi classmate informed her about it, and I in turn passed on the news to my in-laws.  Fu Kee Dim Sum … Continue reading

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