Wacht am Rhein (Koblenz, Germany)

German meal in Germany! Wacht am Rhein located at Rheinzollstraße 8 56068 Koblenz in Germany

After arriving in Trier, Germany in the early morning (what a great sleep that was on the bus), we did some sightseeing at the absolutely gorgeous city of Koblenz and then had lunch at a restaurant near the Rhine River.

It was an absolutely gorgeous day outside and it was a calm mellow morning thus far.   Continue reading

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Europe 2016 ~ Day 3: Reims, France, & Luxembourg

Enjoying the views of Luxembourg ^_^

Friday, Apr 15, 2016:  Day 3 Luxembourg.

Sooo tired today!  The lack of sleep is catching up to me..   Continue reading

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Chef’s Plate: Steak and Miso Salad

Steak and Miso Salad with Avocado, Pineapple, and Wasabi Peas

Steak and Miso Salad with Avocado, Pineapple, and Wasabi Peas

For my last meal from Chef’s Plate this time, I made the Steak and Miso Salad.  This had a difficulty level of Easy and prep time was 25 minutes.

I’ve had a lot of experience cooking meals from Chef’s Plate now and knew exactly what to expect for this meal.  This meal was indeed very simple to make and the instructions were straight-forward.   Continue reading

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Happy to be back =)

Back at the reporting agency

This view. 🙂  The adrenaline and excitement.  Some nerves.  Some tiredness in the middle, but so awake.  The snacks!  The professionalism.  The friendliness.  The community.  The industry.   Continue reading

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Silver Spoons 2016: Wine, Food, Art Event Recap

Silver Spoons 2016: Wine, Food, Art at District 28 — 28 Logan Ave in Toronto

Silver Spoons 2016: Gourmet Food, Wine Tasting, Art Fair.

This past weekend was the much-anticipated and highly buzzed-about event at District 28 hosting gourmet food, wine tasting, and art fair from local businesses in Toronto.   Continue reading

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Chef’s Plate: Salmon and Herb Salsa

Salmon and Herb Salsa with Orzo, Sweet Potatoes, and Baby Arugula

Salmon and Herb Salsa with Orzo, Sweet Potatoes, and Baby Arugula

For my second dish of this fourth shipment of Chef’s Plate for me, we made a Salmon and Herb Salsa with Orzo, Sweet Potatoes, and Baby Arugula.  I have to say that this was one of the best-tasting dishes that I’ve made from Chef’s Plate!  Everything was perfect — Continue reading

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The Launch of Acapeli’s Dairy-Free Gourmet Frozen Desserts

Acapeli’s Dairy-Free Gourmet Frozen Desserts launched at the Factory Lounge

This past Wednesday, Acapeli’s Dairy-Free Gourmet Frozen Desserts launched officially in Canada.  Acapeli’s: a “luxurious line of gluten free, dairy free, kosher pareve ice cream alternative marries artisanal ingredients and delicious flavours for a rich and elegant epicurean adventure”.   Continue reading

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Face

Chamber of Deputies, Luxembourg

Chamber of Deputies, Luxembourg. April 2016

Two weeks ago, I posted about the guard standing in front of the Chamber of Deputies and marching about in the city of Luxembourg in Luxembourg.  It just so happened that in the space between the two government buildings, there stands several poles that have faces on the top of them!   Continue reading

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The Queen’s 90th Birthday Royal Afternoon Tea Celebration at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel

Queen's 90th Birthday Royal Afternoon Tea Celebration at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel

Queen’s 90th Birthday Royal Afternoon Tea Celebration at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel

I had the honour and pleasure of attending the Queen’s 90th birthday Royal Afternoon Tea Celebration at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel.  The Fairmont Royal York Hotel is a large upscale hotel in Toronto with historical significance.  It was opened in 1929 and formerly called the Royal York Hotel.  It resides at 100 Front Street West across from Union Station and walking distance to the CN Tower and Toronto Harbourfront.  It is the hotel of choice when the Royal Family visits Toronto, with Prince Harry staying at the Fairmont most recently.   Continue reading

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Page One Coffee & Bar

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Page One located at 106 Mutual Street in Toronto

After our dinner at Imanishi Japanese Kitchen, some of the foodies wanted to get a coffee, so we happened to stop by Page One to check it out.

Page One is newly opened in Toronto, located on 106 Mutual Street near Ryerson University.   Continue reading

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