Friday
Dinner @ my friend's place.
Saturday
OK...I was thinking to have half an hour walk to Oakridge center and then take skytrain to meet up my friend in Richmond. But the plan doesn't work out as I was sticking my butt on the couch...watching an old HK move...Anyway, I was only able to walk to the nearby skytrain station and still almost 10 minutes late. But of course, we are still 5 minutes late to the appointment. What appointment? I'm helping out my friend to pick out her wedding outfit. I always think I'm a picky person but perhaps I'm not that picky, as I see how my friend picks her dresses... :P
But yes, I can understand, wedding is one of the biggest if not THE biggest event in life, so being picky/cautious on the outlook is absolutely understandable. After that, we went to have dim sum lunch near by and then shop in Richmond center for a bit. Of course I don't intend to buy anything but at the end, I got a coat, and 2 bra! Yes I'm running a bit shortage on bra as I gain weight...and it's great sales in Jacob...so I just can't help to buy 2... and two for $30. Also bought a coat from R&W and a t-shirt for my hubby. I didn't shop in R&W much but I guess I can go a bit more often. The styles are pretty good for me actually.
Around 4-ish, I went to meet up my other groups of friend and my hubby in Automall. My friend is considering buying a new car. After that we went to a store along Bridgeport (just before it closed) and shop a while. Seems to find a good deal but of course I should shop around as well.
Dinner in in-law's place. Went home around 9:30.
Sunday
Had lunch at home. Then went to the store across the street to do some shopping. Seems to have a good deal but too bad they don't have the colour I want. Also we want to check out the review a bit before actually purchase. Then we went to Mini dealer because I'm actually quite interested in the Countryman. It's just such a cute car and yet more practical than mini. I do think 2-door car is not as practical unless you are in early 20s. We didn't really go for test drive but at least we take a look at the interior and price. After that, we went back to the cambie store but too bad it's closed early on Sunday. Then we went to Toy-R-Us on Broadway. Didn't actually buy anything though. After that we had raman in a nearby restaurant. It's not bad. We went home quite early and sleep early too (although it's mid-night!)
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
More exercise...
Feb 18
One hour walk. 5KM round trip along the dyke during lunch hour. The wind is a bit chilly but overall it's a nice day to walk.
One hour walk. 5KM round trip along the dyke during lunch hour. The wind is a bit chilly but overall it's a nice day to walk.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Happy Valentine's Day
Feb 14
Had quick dinner at home, then head out to set up a registry. After that go back to Richmond to have dessert (sweet soup).
This is the special Valentine edition cake from Thomas Hass. Yum~~
Yum~
Very fresh and pretty flower. Lovely colour! And it happens to match my new dress perfectly! Thanks hubby!
Happy Valentine's Day!
Had quick dinner at home, then head out to set up a registry. After that go back to Richmond to have dessert (sweet soup).
This is the special Valentine edition cake from Thomas Hass. Yum~~
Yum~Very fresh and pretty flower. Lovely colour! And it happens to match my new dress perfectly! Thanks hubby!
Happy Valentine's Day!
Lunar Fest
Feb 13
While Lunar Fest could be part of the Winter Olympic Anniversary celebration, my visit to the Lunar Fest is part of my pre Valentine's Day celebration. :)
Since Valentine's Day falls on Monday this year, we decided to celebrate the day before. Had dinner in Hotel Vancouver, then just walk over to the Lunar Fest site outside the Art Gallery.
Well, dinner @ Griffin is really nothing to rave about. We went there because we try to avoid the outrages premium of the Valentine's dinner, also we can use the entertainment book coupon. At first I also plan to shop a bit in downtown before dinner but turn out we were busy with other stuff.
The theme of Lunar Fest is a lantern aquarium. Everything is lighted by LED. The site is inside a big tent. Although the site is not huge it does provide lots of great setup for photography fanatic.
While Lunar Fest could be part of the Winter Olympic Anniversary celebration, my visit to the Lunar Fest is part of my pre Valentine's Day celebration. :)
Since Valentine's Day falls on Monday this year, we decided to celebrate the day before. Had dinner in Hotel Vancouver, then just walk over to the Lunar Fest site outside the Art Gallery.
Well, dinner @ Griffin is really nothing to rave about. We went there because we try to avoid the outrages premium of the Valentine's dinner, also we can use the entertainment book coupon. At first I also plan to shop a bit in downtown before dinner but turn out we were busy with other stuff.
The theme of Lunar Fest is a lantern aquarium. Everything is lighted by LED. The site is inside a big tent. Although the site is not huge it does provide lots of great setup for photography fanatic.
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| LunarFest |
Exercise again!
Looks like it's bright outside so I decided to go for a walk to the Ironwood mall during lunch hour. It's a bit windy but overall not too cold.
It's always nice to have a breath of the fresh air.
It's always nice to have a breath of the fresh air.
G-be Izakaya
Feb 12
At first I wasn't intended to try out this new restaurant even though I have heard a lot of commercial on radio. Just because I am not going to eat raw food detour me from going to a Japanese restaurant. What's the point watching my hubby eating yummy sashimi while I can eat none?
Anyway, after hearing my friend's review I still decided to head there and give it a try. She does mention they provide a variety of cooked food so I should be well taken care of.
Anyway, the only cooked sushi I tried is pretty good, and my hubby says the scallop sashimi is also very fresh. The cooked food, is a bit on the salty side to my taste. But it could be just me always like to put minimal salt on dishes.
Overall, I will head back in future to try out more sushi or sashimi.
At first I wasn't intended to try out this new restaurant even though I have heard a lot of commercial on radio. Just because I am not going to eat raw food detour me from going to a Japanese restaurant. What's the point watching my hubby eating yummy sashimi while I can eat none?
Anyway, after hearing my friend's review I still decided to head there and give it a try. She does mention they provide a variety of cooked food so I should be well taken care of.
Anyway, the only cooked sushi I tried is pretty good, and my hubby says the scallop sashimi is also very fresh. The cooked food, is a bit on the salty side to my taste. But it could be just me always like to put minimal salt on dishes.
Overall, I will head back in future to try out more sushi or sashimi.
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| G-be Izakaya |
Monday, February 14, 2011
Exercise
I know I do need some exercise. But winter is just not a good time for any outdoor activities (except skiing/snowboarding).
Whenever I see sunshine (i.e. no rain) on the weekend, I head out and walked to Oakridge center. It's about 5KM round trip and it's a gentle uphill. Perfect for me. But that means I may put off other schedule tasks on the weekend...hm...
So far I did it twice: Jan 30 and Feb 13. 1 hour walk each.
I'm praying for more sunshine now.... :)
Whenever I see sunshine (i.e. no rain) on the weekend, I head out and walked to Oakridge center. It's about 5KM round trip and it's a gentle uphill. Perfect for me. But that means I may put off other schedule tasks on the weekend...hm...
So far I did it twice: Jan 30 and Feb 13. 1 hour walk each.
I'm praying for more sunshine now.... :)
Friday, February 11, 2011
年，又過年...
近幾年農曆新年都在香港過，不過今年例外。早知本地的過節氣氛會有不及，但都希望能儘量保持一些簡單習俗。
幾年前，本地還有好幾個年宵市場，都是人頭湧湧呢，不過現在都沒有了。在時代坊的應該是比較大型的，但都只是好幾個攤檔。但在年三十晚我都出去逛了一趟。
商場內的新年倒數活動
Other decor:
沒想到在本地商場也有醒獅活動 (年初四 - City Square)
在時代坊買了迷你蘭花作為年花
祝大家兔年大吉大利，花開富貴，萬事如意，身體健康。
幾年前，本地還有好幾個年宵市場，都是人頭湧湧呢，不過現在都沒有了。在時代坊的應該是比較大型的，但都只是好幾個攤檔。但在年三十晚我都出去逛了一趟。
商場內的新年倒數活動
Other decor:
沒想到在本地商場也有醒獅活動 (年初四 - City Square)
在時代坊買了迷你蘭花作為年花
祝大家兔年大吉大利，花開富貴，萬事如意，身體健康。
停不了的Dine out 5 - Westwood Ho Bar & Grill
OK...last day of dine out event...
儘管位於UBC Golf Club 內的Westwood Ho Bar ＆ Grill不是什麼fine dining的地方。我每年都至少會去一次，因為那是我結婚的地方。我就在Golf Club內的ballroom行禮，所以對我來說那裏很有記念價值和回憶。
First course: tomato bisque
Another choice of main course: tempura scallop with bacon wrap (pepper sauce)
Entree: steak
Another choice of entree: sole with risotto
Another choice of entree: lamb
Dessert: apple pie, goat cheese cake and hazelnut tart
For anyone who love goat cheese will certainly love this cake; however, not me...I can only manage to taste the bottom. The goat cheese taste is really strong.
Overall, for a $18 3-course dinner I would say it worth the price. Service is prompt (except the server forgot to bring us bread) and friendly. Although the interior is like a pub or old fashion decor (after all it's a bar & grill), there is still nice scenery outside overlooking the small garden/gazebo area which featured as the outdoor wedding ceremony venue. I would go back another time.
儘管位於UBC Golf Club 內的Westwood Ho Bar ＆ Grill不是什麼fine dining的地方。我每年都至少會去一次，因為那是我結婚的地方。我就在Golf Club內的ballroom行禮，所以對我來說那裏很有記念價值和回憶。
First course: tomato bisque
Another choice of main course: tempura scallop with bacon wrap (pepper sauce)
Entree: steak
Another choice of entree: sole with risotto
Another choice of entree: lamb
Dessert: apple pie, goat cheese cake and hazelnut tart
For anyone who love goat cheese will certainly love this cake; however, not me...I can only manage to taste the bottom. The goat cheese taste is really strong.
Overall, for a $18 3-course dinner I would say it worth the price. Service is prompt (except the server forgot to bring us bread) and friendly. Although the interior is like a pub or old fashion decor (after all it's a bar & grill), there is still nice scenery outside overlooking the small garden/gazebo area which featured as the outdoor wedding ceremony venue. I would go back another time.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
停不了的Dine out 4 - Gusto di Quattro
這間餐廳對我們來說真的是新的嘗試。結果我們都沒有失望。
位於North Van的Gusto di Quattro，屬於Italian restaurant。
餐廳面積不算很大，不過氣氛很好，我尤其喜愛它的wall painting。
First course: chicken pea and roasted garlic soup
garlic的濃香，加上爽脆的bacon bits，真的恰到好處。
Another choice of first course: pizza
很正宗的意式薄crust pizza，非常好！
Main course:
真正的al dente口感，而且portion很大。不過個人覺得偏鹹了一點，不過朋友覺得ok，可能我平時慣食得比較清淡。
Dessert: 一個甜（nutella嵌配banana sauce）嘅炸餃子
Another choice of dessert - rasberry sorbet and white chocolate moouse.
Conclusion: I will be back! :) Love the pizza and pasta.
位於North Van的Gusto di Quattro，屬於Italian restaurant。
餐廳面積不算很大，不過氣氛很好，我尤其喜愛它的wall painting。
First course: chicken pea and roasted garlic soup
garlic的濃香，加上爽脆的bacon bits，真的恰到好處。
Another choice of first course: pizza
很正宗的意式薄crust pizza，非常好！
Main course:
真正的al dente口感，而且portion很大。不過個人覺得偏鹹了一點，不過朋友覺得ok，可能我平時慣食得比較清淡。
Dessert: 一個甜（nutella嵌配banana sauce）嘅炸餃子
Another choice of dessert - rasberry sorbet and white chocolate moouse.
Conclusion: I will be back! :) Love the pizza and pasta.
停不了的Dine out 3 - Miku Japanese Restaurant
本來都沒有想過會去Miku，因為我最近都不能吃魚生類食物。但因看到友人的review說它的dine out menu非常超值，結果我就去了那裏吃了我們的新年大餐。當然，我選的是regular menu裏的熟食。
1st course: 4 different appetizer
Entree: sushi
Dessert: lemon tart
Miku 的食物一向都非常有水準。這次也不例外，以＄38的價錢，可以算是十分超值。
以下是我點的regular menu。
Aburi Chicken - seared chicken on a bed of marinated cabbage topped with garlic soy sauce
Una-kyu Roll - barbequed fresh water eel tempura, cucumber, 7 spice salt, sansho salt, unagi sauce
Green Tea Opera - layers of green tea almond sponge infused with espresso and Brandy chocolate ganache, azuki red bean and green tea butter cream served with green tea ice cream & crunchy wafer
非常滿足的一餐: 地點，招呼，食品都是一流。
Previous post about Miku.
1st course: 4 different appetizer
Entree: sushi
Dessert: lemon tart
Miku 的食物一向都非常有水準。這次也不例外，以＄38的價錢，可以算是十分超值。
以下是我點的regular menu。
Aburi Chicken - seared chicken on a bed of marinated cabbage topped with garlic soy sauce
Una-kyu Roll - barbequed fresh water eel tempura, cucumber, 7 spice salt, sansho salt, unagi sauce
Green Tea Opera - layers of green tea almond sponge infused with espresso and Brandy chocolate ganache, azuki red bean and green tea butter cream served with green tea ice cream & crunchy wafer
非常滿足的一餐: 地點，招呼，食品都是一流。
Previous post about Miku.
停不了的Dine out 2 - Aqua Riva
自從上次與inlaw family到過Aqua Riva有不錯的印象，至少他們喜歡。所以這次也與他們一起去再dine out。
First course: seafood chowder. This is definitely a non traditional chowder. It's more like watery soup, but do have lots of seafood inside.
Another choice of first course: Salmon salad
3rd choice of first course: scallop
Now the main course: salmon
Another choice or main course: steak
Dessert:
Another choice of dessert:
總括來說，食物不算很精緻的那種，不過有無敵景色，服務也不錯，＄28的3 course dinner都算不俗。
First course: seafood chowder. This is definitely a non traditional chowder. It's more like watery soup, but do have lots of seafood inside.
Another choice of first course: Salmon salad
3rd choice of first course: scallop
Now the main course: salmon
Another choice or main course: steak
Dessert:
Another choice of dessert:
總括來說，食物不算很精緻的那種，不過有無敵景色，服務也不錯，＄28的3 course dinner都算不俗。
停不了的Dine out 1 - C Restaurant
已經有若干年沒有參與Dine Out Vancouver event，因為近幾年我在這個時候通常都身在外地。適逢今年沒有外遊的計劃，所以便趁機想以比較相宜的價錢去fine dining。
第一間訂的是C restaurant。因為我比較遲訂的關係，所以訂不到六人枱，所以變成了Girls' Night Out。
Open kitchen. 生蠔看起來很新鮮啊。
雖然我們都準時到達，不過之前有些over time。在等候其間，我們在bar section試了些免費的小吃。
友人order extra的生蠔
1st course: ox tail soup, 味道一般
2nd course: Lobster risotto ($8 extra). This one is great!
Entree: pork belly with scallop. This one is not bad.
My friend ordered the other entree selection: steak
Dessert: chocolate cake + white chocolate moouse
Final: cookies to go
Sadly to say, besides the lobster risotto, there is nothing much to rave about. With this price tag, we probably will not go back. But I have to say the risotto is good. :)
第一間訂的是C restaurant。因為我比較遲訂的關係，所以訂不到六人枱，所以變成了Girls' Night Out。
Open kitchen. 生蠔看起來很新鮮啊。
雖然我們都準時到達，不過之前有些over time。在等候其間，我們在bar section試了些免費的小吃。
友人order extra的生蠔
1st course: ox tail soup, 味道一般
2nd course: Lobster risotto ($8 extra). This one is great!
Entree: pork belly with scallop. This one is not bad.
My friend ordered the other entree selection: steak
Dessert: chocolate cake + white chocolate moouse
Final: cookies to go
Sadly to say, besides the lobster risotto, there is nothing much to rave about. With this price tag, we probably will not go back. But I have to say the risotto is good. :)
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