There's about a month left until school starts again... I'm still wondering how I wanna spend those last few weeks. Definitely feel like I should start packing soon. I have to wait and see when the landlord will allow us to move our stuff in/start staying there. Hopefully things will be all figured out soon.
I should really start working on my VSA Sponsorship Package cause that would mean the earlier I can show it to some of the big guys and get some money going for our club! I'm excited for a lot of the new events we're going to have this upcoming year along with collabs from other UVSAs =)
If you haven't already heard, this year I'm the VSA president at Guelph, and UVSA co-marketing director. Shall be interesting! So I look forward to seeing and meeting a lot of you people this upcoming semester!
- Tiffany
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Monday, July 12, 2010
55. Biggest sushi fiend you'll know!
Okay, so as many of you already know I FUCKING LOVE SUSHI... oh and I'm in Hotel & Food Administration @ guelph, see the connection here? ;) So when I go out for food, whatever kind of food, my critiquing skills start kicking in. I mentally do a check of how everything is, service, quality, presentation, ambiance and all that jazz.
Since I love sushi so much, I decided to share some of this knowledge with you guys. Below is a list of places I've been to - rated out of 5 Stars ***** If you ever want to try something new and good take my advice! :D Enjoy! Let me know which you liked/didn't.
Waterloo:
- Sushi Stars ***
- Ye's Sushi ****
Cambridge:
- Sushi Feast ***
Guelph:
- Fuji Sushi *
- Hockey Sushi *****
- Sushi Choice (not ayce, pricey) **
- W Sushi ***
Hamilton:
- August 8 (AYCE sushi & Dim Sum) ****
Mississauga:
- Sushi Tei ***
- Maki Maki ****
Vaughan/Woodbridge:
- GINZA ***
- Koganei (not ayce) ***
- Sushi City *****
Toronto:
- Aji Sai ***
- Big Sushi *
- Kyoto House ****
- Mariko ***
- MASA *
- Oishi Sushi ***
- Sushi Star (closed)****
- Sushi Time **
- Sushi Train (converyor belt - closed) ***
- TOKO Sushi (conveyor belt) ***
- Yama Sushi ***
Markham/Scrabs:
- Akina ****
- Chako (Kbbq & Sushi) ***
- Kaze ****
- Nikada Sushi ****
- Sake **** (closed down)
- Star Walk Buffet's ***
- Sushi on 7 ***
- Ten-Ichi ****
- Wasabi ***
Virginia, USA:
- TODAI ************* LOL
- Wasabi (converyor belt) **
PLACES I'VE YET TO TRY:
- A Taste of Japan
- Akita Sushi
- Gal's Sushi
- J&J Japanese
- Prince Sushi
54. Missing out...
As most of you already know, the other night was the UVSA formal! (refer to post below) LOL. It was a TON of fun! Reminded me so much of high school semi/prom but that's besides the point. It was definitely good to see some old faces and also new ones! I wonder why I was never a part of these things in the first place, the viet organizations in Toronto are quite big so there's always events *looks into it* Haha. If you guys are interested photos are on my facebook here: click! Everyone looked absolutely beautiful that night by the way :) ♥
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On a more serious note, I just want to address the fact that it might be summer but I know a lot of people are struggling with something, an issue, an emotion or uncertainty (a frequent issue of mine). I know I'll sound pretty generic when I say things like: "don't worry about it" or "make the best out of things". But trust me, I mean it. Cause life is short, time doesn't wait for anyone it just passes by. Make use of it - or try to. This weather won't be around for long. I remember a few years back I wished I was old enough to drink, old enough to sign my own papers, old enough to go to casinos in the states, old enough to drive and everything else that comes with age. Right about now I kind of wished I wasn't 21. It's like I know that responsibilities are going to come crashing in, expectations and all that other crap. You know what though? That's life. It happens. So maybe it's just me being paranoid or whatever but I hope it won't bother me too much, cause I'm still a kid at heart in some ways. Although I or other people might not be stressed about the same issues but everyone is fighting their own battle. My point is, with that having been said I hope that everyone cherishes what they have at the moment because tomorrow it might not be there anymore. Yes, make the best of things, smile more whenever you can; from the heart. ♥ Enjoy life to the fullest, rules were meant to be broken, a risk isn't a risk until you take it, defy the norm (or gravity), reach for the stars cause the sky is not the limit. I also want to take this opportunity to say that I appreciate everyone that's still here for me, it really means a lot and no matter what I'll always be there for you too. And to the new friends that I've made - believe me - I'm grateful to have met you all and hope to see you around more often ;) /rant
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I'll post some pictures from Night Market up soon (do a little critiquing)! ;)
&& Ottawa in 3 days! I'm uber excited! =D
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On a more serious note, I just want to address the fact that it might be summer but I know a lot of people are struggling with something, an issue, an emotion or uncertainty (a frequent issue of mine). I know I'll sound pretty generic when I say things like: "don't worry about it" or "make the best out of things". But trust me, I mean it. Cause life is short, time doesn't wait for anyone it just passes by. Make use of it - or try to. This weather won't be around for long. I remember a few years back I wished I was old enough to drink, old enough to sign my own papers, old enough to go to casinos in the states, old enough to drive and everything else that comes with age. Right about now I kind of wished I wasn't 21. It's like I know that responsibilities are going to come crashing in, expectations and all that other crap. You know what though? That's life. It happens. So maybe it's just me being paranoid or whatever but I hope it won't bother me too much, cause I'm still a kid at heart in some ways. Although I or other people might not be stressed about the same issues but everyone is fighting their own battle. My point is, with that having been said I hope that everyone cherishes what they have at the moment because tomorrow it might not be there anymore. Yes, make the best of things, smile more whenever you can; from the heart. ♥ Enjoy life to the fullest, rules were meant to be broken, a risk isn't a risk until you take it, defy the norm (or gravity), reach for the stars cause the sky is not the limit. I also want to take this opportunity to say that I appreciate everyone that's still here for me, it really means a lot and no matter what I'll always be there for you too. And to the new friends that I've made - believe me - I'm grateful to have met you all and hope to see you around more often ;) /rant
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I'll post some pictures from Night Market up soon (do a little critiquing)! ;)
&& Ottawa in 3 days! I'm uber excited! =D
Friday, July 9, 2010
53. It's summer, so lets add a lil color!
July 9th, 2010: NEW LAYOUT! :)
It's so colorful. It's almost blinding. Haha.
VSA JOINT FORMAL tomorrow. See you all there with your beautiful dresses/suits!
Oh, do go nuts with the open bar ;)
♥
It's so colorful. It's almost blinding. Haha.
VSA JOINT FORMAL tomorrow. See you all there with your beautiful dresses/suits!
Oh, do go nuts with the open bar ;)
♥
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
52. rants about random things (as usual)
It hasn't really dawned on me until the other night, most my friends have now all graduated and some are leaving forever. I think back to first year (or second) when I first met some of these people and now they're all off starting their careers, lives and etc. elsewhere. What I've learned all these years is to value what you have in front of you cause yes, one day it'll be gone. Don't take anyone or anything for granted, appreciate those around you. Knowing that I'll probably never see these friends again is quite depressing, really. No matter what though, I wish you guys all the best in your future endeavours and good luck with whatever life throws at you! ♥ :)
Time for photoblogging.
Sounds harsh but it's true.
self explanatory. HAHA
I'm a huge believer in wishing at 11:11. Even though there isn't an exact meaning for the time, but I'm still hopeful. What have I got to lose? ;)
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Last week I finally got around to watching Toy Story 3 in 3D! It was so touching. A kids movie depicting a grown up's feelings. For me at least. Basically it's a story of growing up moving on and reminiscing of childhood days. HIGHLY recommend everyone going to see it, worth every penny!
These guys were my fav characters!
♥
Time for photoblogging.
Sounds harsh but it's true.
self explanatory. HAHA
I'm a huge believer in wishing at 11:11. Even though there isn't an exact meaning for the time, but I'm still hopeful. What have I got to lose? ;)
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Last week I finally got around to watching Toy Story 3 in 3D! It was so touching. A kids movie depicting a grown up's feelings. For me at least. Basically it's a story of growing up moving on and reminiscing of childhood days. HIGHLY recommend everyone going to see it, worth every penny!
These guys were my fav characters!
♥
Saturday, July 3, 2010
51. Sushi City (Woodbridge)
SUSHI REVIEW TIME! :)
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Sushi City (AYCE Sushi)
** Website **
8545 Highway 27, Unit 2
Woodbridge, Ontario L4L 1A7
Dinner @ $17.99
Review:
Lunch/Dinner: Dinner
Service: 5/5
Quality of food: 5/5
Price of overall meal: $22
Likely to return: Y!
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During the week myself, Simon, Kim & Cuong tried this place. It is pretty far west from Vaughan but I definitely recommend going here! We went on a Wednesday so the place was pretty deserted. Service was very prompt, the waitresses were VERY polite. Drinks were not included in the menu so we just ordered tea and water and beer (domestic beer was CHEAP @ 2.95 a bottle, Sapporo was only $4.95).
For green salads, seaweed salad and a few dessert items (vanilla pudding, cream puffs and fruits + jello) it was located at a small salad bar near the kitchen - self serve.
Banquet like entrance!
The self serve salad I got (and boiled shrimp)
Salmon Sashimi was FRESH and THICK :D Fried Calamri and tempura shrimp was also freshly fried, very flavourful and crispy! It wasn't stale or tasted like old oil
HIGHLY recommend the Sushi City roll *right*. Philly roll and Soft Shell Crab Roll was just as good!
Beef tataki! Fresh smoked beef w/ ponzu sauce!
Dessert to cleanse the palatte! (I'm not sure if they had ice cream or not cause it wasn't on the menu, but if you go try asking them!)
Let me know if you try this place out and whether it was similar to my experience! Enjoy and thanks for reading my review! :)
xo.
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Other sushi review here: August 8
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Sushi City (AYCE Sushi)
** Website **
8545 Highway 27, Unit 2
Woodbridge, Ontario L4L 1A7
Dinner @ $17.99
Review:
Lunch/Dinner: Dinner
Service: 5/5
Quality of food: 5/5
Price of overall meal: $22
Likely to return: Y!
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During the week myself, Simon, Kim & Cuong tried this place. It is pretty far west from Vaughan but I definitely recommend going here! We went on a Wednesday so the place was pretty deserted. Service was very prompt, the waitresses were VERY polite. Drinks were not included in the menu so we just ordered tea and water and beer (domestic beer was CHEAP @ 2.95 a bottle, Sapporo was only $4.95).
For green salads, seaweed salad and a few dessert items (vanilla pudding, cream puffs and fruits + jello) it was located at a small salad bar near the kitchen - self serve.
Banquet like entrance!
The self serve salad I got (and boiled shrimp)
Salmon Sashimi was FRESH and THICK :D Fried Calamri and tempura shrimp was also freshly fried, very flavourful and crispy! It wasn't stale or tasted like old oil
HIGHLY recommend the Sushi City roll *right*. Philly roll and Soft Shell Crab Roll was just as good!
Beef tataki! Fresh smoked beef w/ ponzu sauce!
Dessert to cleanse the palatte! (I'm not sure if they had ice cream or not cause it wasn't on the menu, but if you go try asking them!)
Let me know if you try this place out and whether it was similar to my experience! Enjoy and thanks for reading my review! :)
xo.
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Other sushi review here: August 8
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
50. WOOHOO
50 entries :) yay. lol.
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I met up with my dad today. Probably won't see him until after 2 months cause he's leaving for Vietnam tomorrow and I'll be attending my cousin's high school grad! Anyways, my dad brought out some OLD SCHOOL photos of my sister and I that he keeps around. It's funny because this is a side of my dad I never knew... it's like he secretly misses us. Wow... how interesting. Also, the fact that he STILL gloats about how my sister and I are in univ... bah. Back to my point, here are some photos from when I was (who knows how old, only my mom could tell) LOL. Don't laugh!
Me... and this shiny dress I used to have... yeah I did some weird cheek thing :P
This one's a bit embarrassing but I love how cute we both were! haha @ my sis (left)
My mom liked dressing us in sailor clothes... I wonder why. Haha ♥
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There you have it. Embarrassing childhood photos. There's plenty more somewhere - my mom packed it all away in boxes :P lol
Recently I've figured that I need a new bag... I dunno if I want like a swingpack or like hand bag. I'm one of those people that feel like it's necessary to carry EVERYTHING. LOL. The usual: camera, cell phone, wallet/wristlet, mirror, hand cream, lip balm, random pens and paper, gum and whatnot so sometimes my bag is a huge mess T_T" Should probably find a bag that's like SMALL so I don't LOAD it. AHAHAHA XD
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I can't believe that it's July already. Seriously. What the hell happened to June? It felt so short and pointless... kind of. Time flies. It really does. It's pretty depressing. A few things are coming up this month and I do quite look forward to them. I'm volunteering at this Vietnamese Association BBQ thing at this park near my house on the 4th, so that shall be interesting. Definitely will be seeing familiar faces from the VSAs and people I know. On the plus side: FREE FOOD! =) Then the following weekend is the VSA Joint Formal... hmmmm, what to wear? =P
Anddd that's probably all I can think of to write atm. I SHOULD really sleep early tonight *sigh* fix this damn sleeping pattern.
OH and PORTUGAL vs. SPAIN TODAY!!! I made a bet with Bradley... bj ftw! Oh you know what I'm referring too ;] bahahaha
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I met up with my dad today. Probably won't see him until after 2 months cause he's leaving for Vietnam tomorrow and I'll be attending my cousin's high school grad! Anyways, my dad brought out some OLD SCHOOL photos of my sister and I that he keeps around. It's funny because this is a side of my dad I never knew... it's like he secretly misses us. Wow... how interesting. Also, the fact that he STILL gloats about how my sister and I are in univ... bah. Back to my point, here are some photos from when I was (who knows how old, only my mom could tell) LOL. Don't laugh!
Me... and this shiny dress I used to have... yeah I did some weird cheek thing :P
This one's a bit embarrassing but I love how cute we both were! haha @ my sis (left)
My mom liked dressing us in sailor clothes... I wonder why. Haha ♥
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There you have it. Embarrassing childhood photos. There's plenty more somewhere - my mom packed it all away in boxes :P lol
Recently I've figured that I need a new bag... I dunno if I want like a swingpack or like hand bag. I'm one of those people that feel like it's necessary to carry EVERYTHING. LOL. The usual: camera, cell phone, wallet/wristlet, mirror, hand cream, lip balm, random pens and paper, gum and whatnot so sometimes my bag is a huge mess T_T" Should probably find a bag that's like SMALL so I don't LOAD it. AHAHAHA XD
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I can't believe that it's July already. Seriously. What the hell happened to June? It felt so short and pointless... kind of. Time flies. It really does. It's pretty depressing. A few things are coming up this month and I do quite look forward to them. I'm volunteering at this Vietnamese Association BBQ thing at this park near my house on the 4th, so that shall be interesting. Definitely will be seeing familiar faces from the VSAs and people I know. On the plus side: FREE FOOD! =) Then the following weekend is the VSA Joint Formal... hmmmm, what to wear? =P
Anddd that's probably all I can think of to write atm. I SHOULD really sleep early tonight *sigh* fix this damn sleeping pattern.
OH and PORTUGAL vs. SPAIN TODAY!!! I made a bet with Bradley... bj ftw! Oh you know what I'm referring too ;] bahahaha
Friday, June 25, 2010
49. dotdotdot (is that really saying something?)
He made a good point today...
If only life was like the game Monopoly, where you're handed fake money, characters to play with and the opportunity to bail out of jail with a simple "Get out of Jail" card. Sadly for us, reality doesn't work that way. Therefore we must work for what we want. Money isn't handed to you, it's hard earned. The person you are isn't decided and neither is your path (by rolling a dice). Man... I hate when I have to think about things. Back to my point, our houses, properties aren't easy to obtain and heck we don't even get $200 when we pass GO! (LOL that would be sweet). Can you tell where I'm getting at now? I wonder what kids assume/think when they play these games. Do they really think that life is as easy as rolling that dice?
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If only life was like the game Monopoly, where you're handed fake money, characters to play with and the opportunity to bail out of jail with a simple "Get out of Jail" card. Sadly for us, reality doesn't work that way. Therefore we must work for what we want. Money isn't handed to you, it's hard earned. The person you are isn't decided and neither is your path (by rolling a dice). Man... I hate when I have to think about things. Back to my point, our houses, properties aren't easy to obtain and heck we don't even get $200 when we pass GO! (LOL that would be sweet). Can you tell where I'm getting at now? I wonder what kids assume/think when they play these games. Do they really think that life is as easy as rolling that dice?
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♥
Thursday, June 24, 2010
48. When it's late and I'm bored...
...I watch porn. LOL jk! I bet guys do though.
Actually what I do is online *window* shop! It's rather fun.
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Monday... someone special came down to see me! I won't tell you who that special someone is, so you're gonna have to figure it out on your own ;) but what I will say is that special someone is mine ^_^ and I couldn't be happier ♥ ♥ you're really something else kh! (You'll def hear more of this later *cheese*)
The other day I was downtown and I saw this girl wearing a dress that looked really cute... so now I'm going to go look for it! (terrible idea cause it could've been from anywhere but it's worth a try) =D
(Sort of the same idea, but in a form of a dress?) @ Forever 21
(Definitely cute also!)
Anyhow... it's like 3:57 am and I am freaking tired. I'll update this soon :) ♥
Til then, check out my tumblr! alwaysxo
Actually what I do is online *window* shop! It's rather fun.
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Monday... someone special came down to see me! I won't tell you who that special someone is, so you're gonna have to figure it out on your own ;) but what I will say is that special someone is mine ^_^ and I couldn't be happier ♥ ♥ you're really something else kh! (You'll def hear more of this later *cheese*)
The other day I was downtown and I saw this girl wearing a dress that looked really cute... so now I'm going to go look for it! (terrible idea cause it could've been from anywhere but it's worth a try) =D
(Sort of the same idea, but in a form of a dress?) @ Forever 21
(Definitely cute also!)
Anyhow... it's like 3:57 am and I am freaking tired. I'll update this soon :) ♥
Til then, check out my tumblr! alwaysxo
Sunday, June 20, 2010
47. Happy Father's Day
Random fact of the day:
Where to start...
I must say it's been a very interesting summer. (Still hate the fact that it's so hard to find a job!) Despite that, there's a lot of ups and downs... probably more ups :)
Before I get lost in thought and everything, I'll take this time to wish my dad (and perhaps my uncle and stepdad) a Happy Father's Day. Growing up I never really had a father to look up to... and especially cause I'm a girl I was more attached to my mom. I don't hate my dad or anything for what happened, I'm also too mature to throw tantrums at him too so for today I'll give him the benefit of still sticking around til this day, no matter shitty he is. My uncle has been somewhat of a father to me these past years and I thank him for that. As for my stepdad...well things used to be good and I used to appreciate him for the stuff he's done, so here's to you.
For the past 2 weeks my mom has been in Vietnam on vacation and I'm happy for her that she's finally able to go away and enjoy herself for a bit... but shit, my sis & I are dying slowly... LOL we're so used to having her cook and clean for us that now that she's gone we're left with all this responsibility! I'm not complaining but it's definitely a big change. Therefore what we do now is go grocery shopping ourselves and cook dinner whenever we are home... ahahaha :P Then my dad is leaving at the end of this month too... blargh :(
That aside, I've never been more excited/anxious about a Monday. The reason for that is because a special someone is taking his time to come all the way down to see me :) Let say a good 4-5 hour drive away :P I really have no words to express how grateful/loved I feel! Sometimes the best things can't be described in words huh? ♥ I definitely look forward to the beginning of the week! ^_^" It's going to be interesting :)
A few entries before this I had a list of movies that I wanted to watch/were recommended... and I took some time to download some movies, here's what I DEFINITELY recommend everyone watch just cause it's so EFFIN AWESOME! :D
- The Blind Side: real touching... definitely a motivational movie
- Date Night: fun to watch! Tina Fey & Steve Carrell make a good team
- 500 Days of Summer ♥ ♥ = LOVEEEE it
- GI Joe: Rise of The Cobra: good action scenes & Storm Shadow =)
- Ninja Assassin: asians make us proud! Go Rain!
- Hot Tub Time Machine: too funny!
- Valentine's Day: good twist to the old tradition!
And I've yet to see a few more... being bored does that to me, esp late nights. Haha.
Where to start...
I must say it's been a very interesting summer. (Still hate the fact that it's so hard to find a job!) Despite that, there's a lot of ups and downs... probably more ups :)
Before I get lost in thought and everything, I'll take this time to wish my dad (and perhaps my uncle and stepdad) a Happy Father's Day. Growing up I never really had a father to look up to... and especially cause I'm a girl I was more attached to my mom. I don't hate my dad or anything for what happened, I'm also too mature to throw tantrums at him too so for today I'll give him the benefit of still sticking around til this day, no matter shitty he is. My uncle has been somewhat of a father to me these past years and I thank him for that. As for my stepdad...well things used to be good and I used to appreciate him for the stuff he's done, so here's to you.
For the past 2 weeks my mom has been in Vietnam on vacation and I'm happy for her that she's finally able to go away and enjoy herself for a bit... but shit, my sis & I are dying slowly... LOL we're so used to having her cook and clean for us that now that she's gone we're left with all this responsibility! I'm not complaining but it's definitely a big change. Therefore what we do now is go grocery shopping ourselves and cook dinner whenever we are home... ahahaha :P Then my dad is leaving at the end of this month too... blargh :(
That aside, I've never been more excited/anxious about a Monday. The reason for that is because a special someone is taking his time to come all the way down to see me :) Let say a good 4-5 hour drive away :P I really have no words to express how grateful/loved I feel! Sometimes the best things can't be described in words huh? ♥ I definitely look forward to the beginning of the week! ^_^" It's going to be interesting :)
A few entries before this I had a list of movies that I wanted to watch/were recommended... and I took some time to download some movies, here's what I DEFINITELY recommend everyone watch just cause it's so EFFIN AWESOME! :D
- The Blind Side: real touching... definitely a motivational movie
- Date Night: fun to watch! Tina Fey & Steve Carrell make a good team
- 500 Days of Summer ♥ ♥ = LOVEEEE it
- GI Joe: Rise of The Cobra: good action scenes & Storm Shadow =)
- Ninja Assassin: asians make us proud! Go Rain!
- Hot Tub Time Machine: too funny!
- Valentine's Day: good twist to the old tradition!
And I've yet to see a few more... being bored does that to me, esp late nights. Haha.
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