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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.

Weekly Photo Challenge: Structure

This past weekend, I was at the Fathom Five National Marine Park to see Flowerpot Island.  Among hiking to see the large and small flower pots (and within Bruce Peninsula National Park), you can see these layers of sea stacks — a … Continue reading

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Dinner at Diana’s Oyster Bar & Grill in Markham

May 12, 2017:  For a late dinner, Ken and I went to Diana’s Oyster Bar & Grill in Markham.  I was craving some seafood paella and also wanted some seafood so Diana’s fit the bill of my cravings and was … Continue reading

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Private Tasting at Southern Accent Once More! [Defunct due to Covid-19]

May 11, 2017:  In May of this year, I was once again invited to Southern Accent for a private dinner to taste their featured items and help them promote their vegan specials and new breakfast take-out option.  My apologies for … Continue reading

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Tasting at Genghis Khan Mongolian Grill

May 10, 2017:  In May of this year, I was invited to my first ever DKLoEvent!  (Since then, I have been to many and grateful for each one.)  This first DKLoEvent was situated at Genghis Khan Mongolian Grill!  I had always … Continue reading

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Small Plates at 416 Snack Bar

416 Snack Bar is a restaurant and bar that offers Asian-influenced small plates, draft brews, and cocktails in a small, low-lit space.  I had been curious about this restaurant for a while and was glad that me and two girlfriends … Continue reading

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The Owl of Minerva Korean Restaurant & Bar in Markham

The last time I went to an Owl of Minerva Restaurant & Bar was more than a decade ago (wow…) back in university at the downtown Chinatown location with two friends.  Since then, I haven’t really paid much attention to … Continue reading

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Dim Sum at Omei Restaurant

Last Saturday, after my Zumba class, I had dim sum with my relatives at Omei Restaurant.  I had always seen Omei Restaurant from the street when driving along Highway 7 but this was my first time dining there.  I had … Continue reading

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Taiwan’s #1 XXL Fried Chicken is Now Open in North York

This is a promotional post: Taiwan’s #1 XXL Fried Chicken is NOW OPEN in North York! On August 25, 26, and 27, 2017, purchase a LARGE chicken and receive a FREE refreshing Blue Curacao or Green Apple Yogurt Drink!  Only … Continue reading

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CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice Supports SickKids in the Six!

This is a promotional post: “The Canaccord Genuity Great Camp Adventure Walk in support of SickKids is back for its 5th year on September 23, 2017.  Coco Fresh Tea & Juice will be partnering with SickKids to give back to … Continue reading

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Celebrating Morals Village Hot Pot’s 4th Year Anniversary!

Thanks to Sweven Media, we helped Morals Village Hot Pot celebrate its 4th year anniversary last week with a private hot pot feast in Markham with fellow foodies! Morals Village Hot Pot (德莊火鍋) started from a store in Markham and … Continue reading

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