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Stockholm | Seafood Dinner at Urban Deli

seafood December 07, 2016
Seafood platter for two: grilled prawns, tuna, trout, side of fries Fish Casserole/Stew: shrimp, mussels, aioli, dillgremaoulata, parmesan, croutons Classic Steak Tartare: tartar sauce, egg yolk, Beetroots, cornichons, onion, ud's own mustard  Urban Deli is part restaurant, part supermarket. Loved the trendy vibe and delicious seafood! The grilled prawns were the best I’ve ever had – large, juicy, fresh and full of flavor!!...

Delicious Omakase @ Yasu

Japanese November 24, 2016
Omakase - $80/person I had heard mixed reviews on Yasu, but I am pleased to say I thoroughly enjoyed the omakase experience. Sitting at the sushi bar watching the three chefs was a special and interesting experience. We started with shrimp head and enjoyed a variety of 18 pieces sushi from all around the world + black sesame ice cream. My favorites were...

Hong Kong 2016 | Breakfast Series

Hong Kong November 02, 2016
Having the time for breakfast is a luxury. We were so happy to start each day with a full breakfast. This time I stayed in Central, where the options are a plenty so we got to eat something different each day. 1. Café de Coral  No trip to HK is complete without CDC. You may laugh but I just love to start my...

A Quick Guide to Copenhagen

Copenhagen September 15, 2016
The first question most people ask is “Where’s that?” (Copenhagen, Denmark; Stockholm, Sweden – in Northern Europe) The second is usually “Why?” Quite frankly, I don’t know why, just that the timing and options came down to these two cities. For me, this trip was less about what to do/major tourist attractions and more about the lifestyle. Simply strolling the streets of Scandinavia...

Piccolo Piano Room @ Piano Piano

Italian September 10, 2016
    The piccolo piano room is a fun concept in the basement meant for family and kids, with a designated small play room with costumes and chalkboard walls. It was quite loud but otherwise an interesting experience. I don't have kids but I went in July for the prix fixe menu. Marinated Mackerel - Chips, Banana Pepper, Chimichurri ...

Buca

Italian September 09, 2016

Pizzeria Libretto

Italian August 21, 2016
Flank Steak Spiedini (skewers) Olive Oil, Mixed Herbs   Cremini Mushroom / Ontario Prosciutto & Arugula   Tiramisu Finally had the chance to try the popular Pizzeria Libretto back in June (University Ave location). Honestly the pizza was disappointing but the appetizer was good - a steak & bread skewer. ...

Alchemy Coffee

Brunch August 20, 2016
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Cafe Boulud

dessert May 23, 2016
Recently renovated Cafe Boulud inside the Four Seasons Hotel, Yorkville, Toronto. Love the retro/vintage decor. The dessert was the best part of the meal! (side note: they charge for hot water) Cod Croquettes ~ hot and fresh with flaky fish filling Half Rotisserie Chicken, pomme frites, watercress, sherry vinaigrette / Drink: Elderflower cocktail Love the cute bread basket~ Chicken is ok (crispy skin...

Cafe Michi (2)

Japanese April 27, 2016
Cafe au Lait Chirashi ~ $38 Plum Wine Jelly w Grapes ~ I like this more than the tofu cheesecake Cafe Michi was the first post on this blog. Now updating with higher quality photos seven years later. I came back last year and last month and it's funny that I had the same comments on this chirashi meal (full review on Yelp)...

NYC | Chelsea Market

Markets April 22, 2016
* Long overdue post from my June 2015 NYC trip.  I love checking out the local markets when travelling. Chelsea market is an indoor market filled with food vendors and independent shops, similar to Toronto's distillery district/St. Lawrence Market. We enjoyed: Delicious corn tacos at Los Tacos No. 1* fav Lobster roll at The Lobster Place* Chili dog at Dickson's Farmstand Meats Brownies...

Menami

Japanese April 04, 2016
Mentaiko Cream Sauce Udon Seafood Yaki Udon Spicy Seafood Soup - later added udon for +$1 or $2 ...

Test Kitchen: Raisin Buns

baking March 28, 2016
  I don't have a breadmaker but I've always wanted to make soft, fluffy Chinese buns at home. I came across Christine's Recipes for raisin buns and decided to give it a go. Breadmaking is a long ass process, taking about 3 hours total - a test of patience for someone who makes 30 minute meals. The first time I made it at...

Frita Batidos

Ann Arbor March 12, 2016
Frita Batidos is a Cuban inspired fast-casual restaurant serving up Fritas (Cuban burgers) and Batidos (milkshakes), as well as sides (fries, rice, fried plantains) and alcoholic drinks. "Stark white walls and communal picnic table seating" give it a casual beach-side feel that reminds me of those fish and chip places in Sydney. There are dominoes at the table to play while waiting, as in Miami where...

Aventura

Ann Arbor March 03, 2016
[Coca] Flatbread ~ creamed mushrooms, crushed red pepper, soft egg, arugula salad Decided to add this last minute and I'm glad we did cos it ended up being my fav second to the paella. Thin flatbread and strong cheese which overpowered the mushroom, but still good. Paella ~ mussels, clams, shrimp, chicken, chorizo, peppadew peppers, potatoes, olives, sofrito The lightest paella I've ever had...

Barnsteiner's

'licious February 18, 2016
Tried this new restaurant for Winterlicious lunch ($23). Very busy and packed; good food, small portions; room for improvement in the cleanliness of their dishes (sugar/cream set). I loved the Ginger Carrot Soup and I'm really into wine these days - Ruffino Pinot Grigio. The garlic shrimp on toast was good too. Grilled Atlantic Salmon Sweet Potato Puree, Caponata and Smoke Chipotle Aioli...

London Travel Diary

London February 15, 2016

Winterlicious @ Luma

'licious February 14, 2016
Wedge Salad (nice plate) poached shrimp, fennel, orange, pickled onion, radish, buttermilk dressing Roasted Trout (local) celery, beans, legumes, lemon crème fraîche, cashew brown butter Chèvre Noir  pear compote, gingerbread I was so hesitant to return to Luma for Winterlicious because a) the first time wasn't that great and b) the gimmick is not really exciting for me anymore. But because our first...

Colette Grand Cafe

Brunch February 12, 2016
#tbt to the time I went down to Colette for brunch. Such a pretty French space, and food was good too (except the coffee). I enjoyed the Eggs Benedict with tomato & avocado and Quinoa Pudding - first time having quinoa in sweet form and first time having my fav eggs benny on croissant! ...