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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.

Markham Eyelash Extensions — Cateye Lash Studio

Posted on August 9, 2018 by stenoodie

July 17, 2018: I got eyelash extensions for the first time! Thanks to Stephanie of Cateye Lash Studio who reached out to me, I was able to try this beauty treatment for the first time. I’ve always been into beautiful … Continue reading →

Goose Island Brewhouse Toronto

Posted on August 8, 2018 by stenoodie

July 14, 2018: After the media walking tour for the Feast of St. Lawrence, we were in search of a restaurant for dinner. We came across Goose Island Brewhouse which was also in the Old Town Toronto area. They had … Continue reading →

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Media Walking Tour — A Preview of the Taste of St. Lawrence 2018

Posted on August 8, 2018 by stenoodie

July 14, 2018: Every year, The Feast of St. Lawrence hosts a scrumptious fine dining event on Front Street in downtown Toronto. This year’s “Dinner Under the Stars” is held on August 10, 2018. This is an exclusive, al fresco fine … Continue reading →

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Dumpling House Restaurant in Chinatown Toronto

Posted on August 7, 2018 by stenoodie

July 7, 2018: After a wonderful stroll through Harbourfront and the newly built Trillium Park, we had a late light dinner at Dumpling House Restaurant. We were still full from our BBQ lunch so we came here to try out … Continue reading →

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Wild Wing (Church Street)

Posted on August 7, 2018 by stenoodie

July 3, 2018: I was feeling for some meaty protein so as we were at Wild Wing, I ordered the Rib Combo. It was a Tuesday and they actually had a really great deal where you get half price off … Continue reading →

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AYCE Vegetarian Food at Blossom Vegetarian [Defunct]

Posted on August 6, 2018 by stenoodie

July 2, 2018: There’s a new all-you-can-eat vegetarian buffet restaurant in Richmond Hill! Blossom Vegetarian is located inside Richlane Mall on Leslie north of 16th Avenue and takes over the place of a previous Chinese restaurant. It’s a big venue … Continue reading →

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Things to do in Port Hope, Ontario ~ Part 2

Posted on August 6, 2018 by stenoodie

June 30- July 1, 2018: I had the best time this Canada Day long weekend in Port Hope! This trip was generously sponsored by the Municipality of Port Hope. First of all, I want to share that every year in … Continue reading →

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Laveanne Lavender Fields in Ontario

Posted on August 5, 2018 by stenoodie

July 1, 2018: After having breakfast in Downtown Port Hope, we headed north back up near the Ganaraska Forest Centre to check out the Lavaenne lavender fields. I didn’t even know that there were lavender fields! It is always a … Continue reading →

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Hotel Review: The Waddell Hotel in Port Hope

Posted on August 5, 2018 by stenoodie

June 30, 2018: Our hotel for the night was at The Waddell Hotel in Port Hope. The Waddell Hotel is a century-old historic Heritage District hotel that resides right beside the Ganaraska River and also has an Italian restaurant on … Continue reading →

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Dinner at The Social Bar & Table in Port Hope

Posted on August 4, 2018 by stenoodie

June 30, 2018: Reservations for our dinner had been made at the Social Bar and Table. We actually had dined at the Social Bar and Table for lunch before on one of our first visits out to Port Hope to … Continue reading →