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.

Smoked Meat at Reuben’s Deli & Steakhouse in Montreal

Posted on February 20, 2018 by stenoodie

February 12, 2018: I can’t believe we actually came here for dinner! It was the first night of our three-day tour and dinner was not included. Thus, we were given the opportunity to explore the surrounding areas near the Sheraton … Continue reading →

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Authentic Dim Sum in Chinatown, Ottawa!

Posted on February 19, 2018 by stenoodie

February 11, 2018: For lunch today, we went to Oriental Chu Shing Restaurant (東方明珠城) for dim sum! Oriental Chu Shing Restaurant is in Chinatown in Ottawa. It’s a restaurant on the second floor (there is elevator access for those who … Continue reading →

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Skating on the Rideau Canal!

Posted on February 18, 2018 by stenoodie

February 11, 2018: I’ve always wanted to skate on the Rideau Canal, the frozen canal in Ottawa. It’s something so Canadian and so unique when visiting Canada’s capital city in the winter time. Thus, since we were here for the … Continue reading →

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Vietnamese Pho in Ottawa! Pho La Express

Posted on February 17, 2018 by stenoodie

February 10, 2018: I really liked that our Airbnb was so close to a string of restaurants on the main street (in Vanier, Ottawa). One of these restaurants was Pho La Express, a Vietnamese restaurant. When we walked in 8 … Continue reading →

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Authentic Caribbean Food at Fumi’s African Carribean Restaurant and Groceries in Ottawa

Posted on February 16, 2018 by stenoodie

February 9, 2018: After the ice dragon boat race was over, we searched for a food place around Dow’s Pavilion and Little Italy in Ottawa. I had noticed that there was a significant showing for African and Caribbean restaurants in … Continue reading →

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Second Annual Ice Dragon Boat Festival in Ottawa!

Posted on February 15, 2018 by stenoodie

February 10, 2018: This was my very first time watching an ice dragon boat race! I first heard of the idea when I saw a Facebook video of this winter sport floating around. It was really neat and I didn’t … Continue reading →

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RAW Pulp + Grind in Little Italy, Ottawa

Posted on February 14, 2018 by stenoodie

February 10, 2018: In between waiting for the next ice dragon boat race, we found RAW Pulp + Grind on Preston Street in Little Italy and stopped in for some raw organic juice and wifi usage. I wouldn’t have known from … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Sweet

Posted on February 14, 2018 by stenoodie

. I’m on a tour bus right now, so the only remotely sweet item photo I have at easy access now is this dessert that I had recently. 😀

Posted in Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged dessert time, happy Valentine's day 2018, postaday, sweet, waffles with ice cream, weekly photo challenge | 13 Comments

Airbnb Review: 233 Ethel Street in Ottawa

Posted on February 13, 2018 by stenoodie

This was my very first time staying in an Airbnb! Ken found this Airbnb online and booked it for the weekend we were in Ottawa for the ice dragon boat festival. Up until now I’ve mostly stayed in hotels when … Continue reading →

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Dinner at Allium Restaurant in Ottawa!

Posted on February 12, 2018 by stenoodie

For an early Valentine’s celebration this year, my boo booked a restaurant ahead of time for us in Ottawa. I didn’t know where or what cuisine it was, so it was a complete surprise. ^_^ Yay!