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Pho 88 at Don Mills

October 29, 2017:  After our 5k Monster Dash run, we went to Pho 88 for a warm bowl of noodle soup to warm up and fuel up.  We were the only ones dining in at this late hour on a … Continue reading

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My First Time at Vinnie Zucchini’s Italian Buffet!

October 28, 2017:  This past weekend, four of us went to Vinnie Zucchini’s Italian Buffet in Vaughan for dinner in Vaughan.  We were actually in the area to go to another restaurant but since that one had a 40 minute wait, … Continue reading

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Soft Opening Menu at Platform Espresso Bar!

October 24, 2017:  Platform Espresso Bar is a brand new cafe newly opened in Markham as of October 10, 2017.  They are a cafe that serves all kinds of coffee including specialty coffee, pour-overs (drip coffee), lattes, teas, as well … Continue reading

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Blogger Tasting at Dagu Rice Noodle in Markham

October 23, 2017:  Funny story because I was actually supposed to at Dagu Rice Noodle here twice on a complimentary basis (one for an Instagram contest prize and another for a tasting event) but what happened was that the deadline … Continue reading

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Visiting Sam’s Congee Delight in Market Village before they move to a new location

October 21, 2017:  The title of this blog post says it all:  the long-standing Sam’s Congee Delight is moving out of the 20-plus-year-old Market Village plaza to a new location shortly.  Sam’s Congee Delight (黃三記) serves congee, steamed rice rolls, … Continue reading

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Winning a Lucky Dinner for 2 at Baxters Landing

October 8, 2017:  In September, I was lucky enough to win an Instagram contest for a free dinner for two at Baxters Landing in Oshawa, Ontario.  This was perfect since I had wanted to see the salmon run in Port … Continue reading

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A Classic Burger at The Social Bar and Table

October 8, 2017:  While in Port Hope to watch the annual salmon run, we stopped by The Social Bar and Table for a quick bite.  Seeing nothing too special on the menu and knowing that we would be enjoying a feast … Continue reading

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Authentic Spanish Tapas Dinner at Patria

October 6, 2017:  For my birthday this year, Ken surprised me with an authentic Spanish tapas dinner at Patria.  I’ve heard of Patria before and was excited to try it out!  They serve Spanish tapas in a stylish interior hidden … Continue reading

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Japanese Lunch Buffet at Yang’s Sushi Bar Japanese Restaurant in Markham

October 2, 2017:  I have been to Yang’s Sushi Bar Japanese Restaurant (大禾曰本料理) (also known as Yang’s Kitchen or Yang’s Kitchen & Sushi Bar) many times for dinner and lunch.  This was my second time having their lunch buffet.  Yang’s … Continue reading

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Pre-Set Group Dinner at Hong Shing Chinese Restaurant in Toronto

September 30, 2017: After the conclusion of the CSRAO Annual Convention 2017, we set off and walked to Hong Shing Chinese Restaurant located in Chinatown, Toronto at Dundas and Centre Street (close to St. Patrick subway station) for dinner. I’ve heard … Continue reading

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