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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.

Chefs Plate: Asian Popcorn Chicken

Posted on May 13, 2019 by stenoodie

April 25, 2019: This was probably the most disappointing Chefs Plate meal I made, and it’s all because of my own mistakes than the recipe itself. Oh, well. You live and you learn. This dish was the Asian Popcorn Chicken … Continue reading →

Preview Tasting of Hey Noodles’ New Mississauga location

Posted on May 12, 2019 by stenoodie

The newest location of Hey Noodles is in Mississauga at 900 Rathburn Road West. This is their sixth location in the Greater Toronto Area. They are open to the public starting today, May 12, 2019! Hey Noodles is a brand … Continue reading →

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Brown Donkatsu and Ramen

Posted on May 10, 2019 by stenoodie

April 28, 2019: We were in the area of First Markham Place and looking for a restaurant to have lunch. We went to Brown Donkatsu and Ramen. I remember when this restaurant used to be called Sonoya Japanese Noodle House … Continue reading →

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Next to Normal musical in Toronto, May 2019

Posted on May 9, 2019 by stenoodie

My first time “reviewing” a musical. I’ve seen so, so many musicals over the years but really didn’t think to “judge” them like I have for my numerous restaurant reviews (but I did assemble a photo slideshow of all my … Continue reading →

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Chefs Plate: Baked Beef & Cheese Meatloaf

Posted on May 1, 2019 by stenoodie

April 24, 2019: This was my favourite meal from the entire recent Chefs Plate order! This was a Baked Beef & Cheese meatloaf with Baby Arugula tossed in a Pesto Vinaigrette. Described as an “elevated classic,” the homestyle beef meatloaf … Continue reading →

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Visiting Katz’s Deli & Corned Beef Emporium before it closes May 31, 2019

Posted on April 30, 2019 by stenoodie

April 27, 2019: After cleaning up the Don and freshening up at home, we went to Katz’s Deli & Corned Beef Emporium, established in 1970, to get a first and final taste of their famed sandwiches before they are set … Continue reading →

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Don’t Mess with the Don – Toronto Ravine Cleanup April 2019

Posted on April 29, 2019 by stenoodie

April 27, 2019: I love cleanups. There’s nothing else that will get me out in the fresh air and grassy areas or cement roads or whatever it is with a trusty trash picker, plastic gloves, and a bag to clean … Continue reading →

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Butter Chicken Roti at York Mills

Posted on April 28, 2019 by stenoodie

April 26, 2019: Butter Chicken Roti has a location at York Mills and Don Mills. They are a fast casual restaurant serving both vegetarian and non-vegetarian roti and rice dishes. Thanks to Patrick of @feedmyphone, I was able to try … Continue reading →

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Chefs Plate: Cheesy Turkey Melts

Posted on April 27, 2019 by stenoodie

April 22, 2019: Don’t get sick of my recent abundance of Chefs Plate meals yet because this dish was a really good one and so easy to make! This was a Cheesy Turkey Melts with Caramelized Onions and Oven Fries. … Continue reading →

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Chefs Plate: Mediterranean Quinoa & Sweet Potato Patties

Posted on April 26, 2019 by stenoodie

April 18, 2019: The third Chefs Plate meal of this week’s shipment is the Mediterranean Quinoa & Sweet Potato Patties with Yogurt-Cucumber Sauce. Chefs Plate allows you to choose from a weekly changing menu of dishes, delivers you the fresh … Continue reading →