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Out & About #325 | Collective March Visuals

3/31/2017

 
Unless I have more pressing matters on my hands, I tend to enjoy being out and about. And it is because of this that a great deal of annoyance is expressed when weather conditions aren't very appropriate for commuting.

In March, I witnessed West Coast-like dreariness, steadfast showers, sudden snowfall, and above-seasonal temperatures - all in a period of under five weeks. Mother Nature's unpredictability wrecked havoc on overall well-being (as well as my jacket dry cleaning schedule). Just as I was about to thank my down coats for another season of snow, the flurries hit, and the mercury dropped once again.
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The month immediately preceding final exams tends to be the most chaotic of all, especially since the second academic term is almost always shorter than the first (with Reading Week and more statutory holidays). Few adventures were held, but errands remained fulfilled; short-lived periods of bliss were snuck in between to prevent the sanity meter from imploding.
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1) Roll-Up-The-Rim
The national event convinces many Canadians to support the (once-)local coffee franchise in spite of their regular orders and shop preferences, myself included. On more than once occassion, I put forth the effort to include a Timmy's run into my day, even while possessing complete access to a collection of brewing equipment and materials at home.

The newly-introduced Dark Roast was bland and watery; the Chocolate Chip cookie was too thin and sugary, therefore rendering it unsatisfactory. And no, I didn't win anything either.

I believed myself to be more than generous enough after yielding to another purchase, and then another after RUTR failed me again. But regardless of the location of purchase, it was all positively revolting. Hot Chocolate should be renamed to "Synthetic Sugar Syrup Drink", for there was no milk, no chocolate, nor any traces of cocoa powder.
The Sourcream Glazed donut was the final straw. The circular mounds had definitely shrank in both depth and width since last year's prize redemption time, but I simply waved that off and proceeded to sink my teeth into the glazed specimen. One bite in, I found myself gagging at the extreme sweetness, but continued to chew anyways. Quickly gulping the chunk down with a swig of water, I took my second bite, only to overwhelmed with an even stronger punch of sugar on sugar. Instead of a chewy, satisfying donut, it seemed that I was merely eating spoonfuls of sugar.
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​I've always been one to discourage food wastage, hence why I'll consume some ridiculous items even if they fail to meet even the most basic criteria. But this was honestly ridiculous.

The piece was regurgitated. The paper bag was tossed. 

Tim Horton's is forever off the grid.
2) CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Founwear Ampoule Cushion
After a semi-successful run with The Face Shop's CC Long Lasting Cushion (it dried up so rapidly to the point where application became impossible), I was in desperate need of a solution. For the sake of timeliness, I couldn't afford to order a specific product online.
I took my chances of the existing inventory at Multi Brand, eventually purchasing the Ampoule Cushion on impulse for approximately two times its online retail price. Ugh, so much for skillful planning.
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​While it's far too large to fit into my makeup pouch, the long-wearing formula does provide a uniform, dewy finish with medium-high coverage; it's a suitable choice for combination skin during transitional periods (like now).

Scent-sensitive users take care: the underlying foundation retains a touch of floral. This aspect doesn't bother me at all; rather, it is the yellow cast from an improper shade choice ("4 - Ginger") that irks me with each application.
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​The elastic band on the cushion applicator itself is also an awkward size: too small for three fingers, yet too tight for two. Nonetheless, I shall be using this until the refill is thoroughly drained as well.
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​3) Wintermelon Tea w/ Grass Jelly from CoCo
Hands down, this is my favourite Tea of the Month yet! I've likely purchased at least one cup per week.
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4) Brown and Cony getting covered in snow
5) A flaming pan of Dakgalbi from Joons
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​6) Exclusive behind-the-Scenes footage of reinforced concrete beam testing
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Out & About #324 | Hamilton Farmer's Market + Relay Coffee

3/28/2017

 
At times of deep contemplation, there is a higher probability of my execution of the idea in question than its dismissal. Delays are seriously not my style, which means I tend to act as soon as possible upon receipt of new information.

My latest visit to Ark + Anchor had instilled exciting news in me: their highly coveted Cheese and Herb Croissants were available at another Hamilton location, specifically de la terre's stall at the Hamilton Farmer's Market.

It's safe to say that my initial visit in the fall hadn't left me in awe at their offerings (especially not pokeh anyway). I learned to manouever through Jackson Square more efficiently this time, instead of taking the route that curved around the building towards the York street entrance. Upon strolling in, I noticed that some unfamiliar stalls had been added to the repertoire, some had switched locations, and some unfortunate ones had disappeared. 
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The market is now home to (a larger version of) Nam Nom Banh Mi, a spot that serves amusingly-named Vietnamese sandwiches (and Thai Iced Tea!!) and a vegan and gluten bakery named Marci's. Henry Brown's Ice Cream has moved to the upper floor near the York entrance, while pokeh has, surprisingly enough, expanded and is now diagonally across from Cake & Loaf.

For the purposes of this trip, I was on a mission to obtain de la terre's bakery goods and a healthy dose of caffeine to fuel me for the remainder of the day.
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​It was had only been noon when I entered the premises, but much to my dismay, the Cheese and Herb Croissants had long been sold out. While my mind had been set on reliving the luscious layers of the savoury specimen, I wasn't about to surrender a perfectly good opportunity to try out other options that I hadn't tasted at Ark + Anchor. A Pain au Chocolat and Maple Coconut Cookie were picked up instead. My total came up to $4.50, with the croissant being twenty-five cents (+ tax) less than the cozy cafe at King and Queen.

Both were stuffed in a brown paper bag and handed to me in the absence of a smile. No plastic bags were provided either, but the items were transported home safely thanks to an extra grocery bag I had stashed in my backpack.
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​The Pain au Chocolat was significantly larger than the ones occassionally spotted in Starbucks' refrigerated display case. Undergoing a re-toasting process rendered an oozing chocolatey centre and flakiness was unmistakable. It was promptly demolished with glee alongside a glass of cold milk, making for a heavenly late breakfast.
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Out & About #323 | Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour and Ark + Anchor

3/24/2017

 
Field trips quite seldom happen after graduation from high school, so I was thrilled with the opportunity of exploring the various components of a local wastewater treatment plant as part of the course curriculum.
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Our guide graciously guided us through the massive buildings; among these enormous facilities were: Screens, Primary and Secondary Clarifiers, Anaerobic Digesters, WAS facilities, Aerators and more.
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Having rained earlier on in the morning, the surface of several of the outdoor walking platforms had become slippery. Despite having laced up my steel toes, the tread seemingly wasn't sufficient in gripping the ground. I latched onto a nearby railing to prevent a potentially disastrous situation, especially thankful that it wasn't one of the sections enveloped in sea gull feces.
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We were almost allowed into the dewatering facilities as well, but the lack of PPE on the remainder of the participating party prevented us from doing so. Sigh​.

Regardless, it was a very fruitful (and horribly smelly) experience that shall remain deeply embedded within my olfactory bulb and resurface with each glimpse of a relevant image. (I hope I successfully conjured up an image of someone being trapped in a bathroom with unflushed day-old diarrhea. You're very welcome​.)
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It took a while before my nose could forget the lingering stench long enough so I could consume lunch in peace.

Once the salad was demolished, I set out to recharge my senses with a heavy dose of caffeine.
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Insomnia and stress are best tackled with caffeine and a good night's rest, in my opinion anyway. Ark + Anchor helped to fulfill half of this combo with an absolutely stunning Mocha and super serene working space.

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Out & About #322 | Square fish, Nohohon, And Uncle Tetsu BAKE

3/18/2017

 
"They need to have enough mind stamina to read your blog." says my friend as we make the grueling trek towards MTCC in the cold, getting pelted mercilessly by microscopic ice pellets every step of the way.

Mind stamina. Well I suppose that is true. Short, straightforward posts are undeniably the norm, because - let's be honest - many of us are sufficiently occupied with the current responsibilities in our lives. Majority of readers probably won't possess enough patience to make it through an entire entry of mine. But this only means that I express that much more appreciation towards those that are willing to make the effort.
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The monstrosity that was capstone wrecked havoc on my sanity. By the time I returned to campus after what seemed like a tortuous blur, I felt crippled: my wrist ceased to function at normal levels of operation, my mind was blank, and I was significantly more irritable. (But with a combined ten hours of restless sleep over two days, who wouldn't be?)
It was time for a sanity break.

I was in dire need of exercise, specifically walking. Embarking on a downtown adventure while trying out the city's newest hype was essentially killing two birds with one stone.
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The spot that garnered attention both on Instagram and Snapchat was a tiny establishment I had passed by on a few occasions before, but did not think much of until it reappeared before me on social media. Located just southwest of Queen and Spadina, Square Fish was only a few steps from my all-time fave, Nohohon.

The restaurant had a narrow entrance that paved the way to a few 2-person tables, backless stools, and dingy yellow lighting. The odd placement location for stairs puzzled me (at least they had railings), while the sheer absence of hooks caused me to heave a huge sigh before robbing the adjacent table for a spot to place my jacket. With no other available spot in sight, I plopped my bag beside the Kikkoman bottle, though made sure to make meticulous movements in fear of knocking the sodium-laden sauce all over.
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​Square Fish's storefront does not retain a cohesive aura compared to its poorly-illuminated but funky interior. The colour and arrangement of the their logo was abstract and evoked feelings of a technical consultant. I enjoyed that the interior was covered in white tiles reminiscent of graph paper, and then enhanced with multi-toned one-dimension fish features (presumably painted by a local artist named K. Hatanaka); I just wished that space wasn't so scarce.

​My assumption is that they cater largely to those working in the area, since the dining area is seriously compact. Should lineups form within the establishment, there would be little to no breathing space. It was noticed that they participate in Ritual and foodora services.
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A laminated sheet comprising completely of black text on a white background, the menu fit the description of a dry lecture presentation. The lack of graphics, or even colour for that matter, made it difficult to distinguish the choices available. On the bright side, the display of plastic-wrapped items next to the cashier compensated by providing a visual representation of the store's most popular items.

​​The menu consisted of: Sushi Donuts ("Doshi") with choices of Salmon and Tuna (as well as less popular options such as Shrimp and Veggie), sushi burritos ("Rolls") with choices of Salmon, Tuna, Kimchi Beef, Shrimp, Chicken, and Veggie, Signature Squares, and Poke Bowls.
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< Pictured above and below: Combo 1 (Salmon Doshi, 3 Squares, Kale Salad) + Combo 2 (Salmon Half Roll, 3 Torched Squares, Taro Chips) >

Derived from social media posts, it can assumed that poke bowls are the least popular, which is reasonable given the more unique selection of geometric sushi. The Signature Squares were very much reflective of their name, but regrettably not distinctive enough to impress.
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It was essentially an attempt at halving oshizushi, but with minimal depth of flavour, poor compaction procedures, it left much to be desired for an item of equal preparation complexity.
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[Korean Movie] Fabricated City (SPOILERS)

3/13/2017

 
Let me say this first: Fabricated City is not for the faint of heart.

As one possessing a weak heart, the first fifteen minutes seriously had me contemplating walking out of the auditorium. Graphic presentations of blood, psychotic mentalities, twisted murder tactics - the 2-hour experience was definitely not devoid of all of these gory, gruesome details.

From what started out as the depiction of the day-to-day activities of a former Taekwondo athlete and current PC game addict, the story quickly progressed to a truly unsettling imprisonment of an innocent citizen.

​This isn't the first time I've sat through a piece of work that commences with the main character being wrongly accused and framed for a crime. And amusingly enough, Lee Jong Suk happened to play the lead in both of the aforementioned small screen productions: Pinocchio introduced an environment of bullying and ridicule resulting from a false accusation and sneaky media play; W founded an indignant former athlete to be a murdere. Both scenarios progressed with the main character setting out on a mission to unveil the truth behind these deaths and, more importantly, to clear the fugitive title from their names.
Kwon Yoo (Ji Chang Wook) took upon a similar role, except that the crime wasn't inflicted on family members, but on an unnamed minor.

I had high expectations for this silver screen creation: Ji Chang Wook is the king of action films, while Shim Eun Kyung is a powerful and wonderfully diverse actress capable of impressing crowds in both serious movies and rom-com dramas.
Frankly, after sitting through the full duration of the film, I can't proclaim it would be something I would watch over and over again.
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"Fabricated City" Official Poster / Source: HanCinema.net
The seemingly 3D appearance of the military machines in the first scene was impressive, as were the car chase scenes (I mean, chasing in REVERSE?! That literally had my hands trembling and my entire body tensed, on the edge of my seat sternly gazing at the screen.). But the plot itself was found to be lacking in several aspects:
  • Court trials generally do not take place immediately. I find it impossible to believe that a suspect was found guilty within the brief time frame depicted, and further imprisoned in isolation.
  • The theme of rape was something that left behind a particularly bitter taste in my mouth. It was, in my opinion, completely unnecessary in terms of adding severity to the crime. Furthermore, it promoted immensely graphic images in the viewers' minds.
  • The rotting tree reference stated at the beginning and conclusion of the movie seemed irrelevant. Perhaps I am merely incapable of sensing the implicit meaning behind the phrase, but the remaining components of the story did not exactly lend cohesiveness either. It was implemented awkwardly, as if to commence and end on a similar note, but with no vaguely related information
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Leads Ji Chang Wook and Shim Eun Kyung / Source: Soompi
Shim Eun Kyung is listed as the female lead for the movie. However, her appearances were much shorter than Ji Chang Wook. This isn't my main gripe though. She is the main mastermind behind Kwon Yoo's plan for revenge and righteousness, yet her character was never given the credit she so well deserved. There was sufficient enough of a love line indication between the two that a tiny portion of her personality was revealed to viewers. However, this isn't my main gripe.
  • As mentioned previously, Shim Eun Kyung is an extremely talented actress capable of taking a multitude of roles. Mr. Hairy/Yeo-Wool was a woman of few words, mysterious communication preferences, extraordinary hacking and analytical skills, and limited expressions. It was specifically because of this that there was limited potential for adopting various styles and levels of expressions. For clarification, I am by no means suggesting that a rookie actress should have taken on this role. I am simply stating my complaint towards the lack of 發揮機會.

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Out & About #321 | Cafe Princess, Cheese Garden, and Joons

3/12/2017

 
​The list of casual hangout spots surrounding the Yonge and Finch intersection is supposedly endless. Just between Soban, Orange Caramel, and Cafe Bene, there's bound to be at least one open on Sundays and holidays.
These second floor cafes maintain a steady customer base consisting mainly of teens and students, so it's no suprise that a speedy, reliable Wi-Fi connection takes priority over accessibility.

A year ago, I chanced by Miss Rushka and Thinknu while attending an event in the downtown core. While expressing admiration for their most recent photoshoot at the time, my was piqued at their choice of venue. It occurred to me that while I had dropped by both Soban and Cafe Bene for bingsoo and desserts, there was one spot that I had omitted.
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​"But Cafe Princess is the starter cafe!" was the cheeky lighthearted response I received. They had nodded in unison. Miss Rushka then warned me that the coffee shop was not much to look forward to.

While I had been instructed to keep anticipations to a minimum, I couldn't help but remain 
inquisitive about this old-comer. On the date that a friend and I had planned to watch Fabricated City, I suggested squeezing in a quick bite at the cafe to test this theory.
Location-wise, Cafe Princess is more than convenient for commuters and drivers alike. Those heading to Finch from York Region and east/west ends of the GTA will discover that it's only a few minutes from the bus terminal. The TTC subway exits on Yonge are even closer. Drivers have the option of parking in the ex-Scotiabank or CoCo parking lots and trekking over, if street parking generates anxiety.
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​Climbing up the flight of twenty-something steps to the cafe, I creak open the peeling wooden door to unveil a softly-lit establishment with plenty of pink decorations. Beside the obvious rose-hued overdose, I come to the realization that Miss Rushka was indeed right: The couches are mismatched and dilapidated, the tables are scratched from years of wear, and the chair arms bore to the frame. Even the window sills are dusty and scraped. Outlets were minimal for the window tables.

The menus placed before me were laminated sheets bound together with flimsy notebook coils, edges peeling away and stained with grime. At the least the covers featured shrewd-looking "princesses" for amusement.
To be fair, the layout of the pages it housed adopted a far better appearance than Soban. Images were available for reference and prices were clearly stated. It was also noticed that the cafe imposed a 2-hour seating limit as well as one minimum order per person, though I cannot comment on whether either was strictly enforced.
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​I suggested sharing a combo that included two "regular" teas and a waffle. Unfortunately, my friend had already placed an order for the Green Honey Citron Tea prior, and "regular" teas only comprised of the generic green and black varieties. Instead, we merely opted for a standalone Princess Waffle with Green Tea and Cookies 'n' Cream ice cream.

A steaming cup arrived shortly in a white ceramic cup accompanied by a tiny spoon. Two spots were lightly damaged (ie. chipped) but otherwise free from any other age-indicating traits. For $4.58 though, I expected a little more than a heaping spoonful of yuzu concentrate dissolved in generic multi-packs.
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​The Princess Waffle arrived surprisingly quickly, especially given that only one member of staff was managing the entire floor. Aromatic and uniformly browned, it appeared promising. Plating and decoration tactics were also surprisingly attractive: a delicate drizzle of caramel sauce and chocolate syrup and squirt of whipped cream were the finishing touches to the skillfully-arranged dessert. Still warm, the quartered waffle pieces were styled in a fan-like formation; three wispy slices of kiwi fruit and strawberry served as the "seasonal fruit" components stated in the menu description.
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For waffles, the bottom line is that they must never be soggy. Cafe Princess met this basic requirement. In terms of taste, however, it was relatively...empty. Swapping satisfying egginess for a soft, fluffy interior meant decreasing the amount of substantial ingredients (such as eggs and butter) and upping the baking powder content. The crisp edges and corners were welcomed with open arms, but the distinctly dry aftertaste from flour overuse was unmistakable. Smooth ice cream and powdered sugar gave off the illusion of a well-proportioned early afternoon snack, but upon closer inspection, there were several aspects still in need of improvement. Along with the waffle batter itself, the frail utensils could also be substituted for more fitting versions. ​
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Out & About #320 | Su&Shi Burrito + Chatime/Bake Code Square One

3/8/2017

 
​I've never once doubted the power of sushi. When presented with the lingering internal debate several years ago about whether to adopt a vegetarian diet, I knew that I could only carry on for a short period of time without fish in my system. (Going pescatarian was another option, but that's another story.)
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​Corner by Spoon & Fork was the first to break into the sushi burrito/poke market in the GTA. Their second location, Mii'Hito Sushi Lab, found itself at the east end of Mississauga, slightly north of the 403 on Hurontario.

Neither spot was particularly convenient for me though, which led my rate of return to eventually level off to that of poke stops in the downtown core (1, 2, 3). It was only recently brought to my attention that a newcomer had entered the picture, and in the heart of Mississauga no less.
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​Taking over half of Mii Sandwich's original spot in the food court is Su&Shi Burrito - a special division of Su&Shi located diagonally across the atrium from its parent store.

A few modifications have been made to Mii Sandwich's stall for this half-takeover: the cashier and utensil area have become more compact to allow for the implementation of an additional ingredient bar. The arrangement of the portrait LED menu screens remains the same, though there is an obvious decrease in the number that sport yellow backgrounds. The kitchen (and staff themselves) seem to comprise of the same components and members respectively - there's simply more compiling action within the same space.
​It should be noted that a pillar-like structure has been put in place to separate the pho-, banh mi-, and taco-selling section for Mii Sandwich. The food stalls utilize different cashiers.
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​Eager to attempt this, I penciled it into my errand-running schedule, ready to brave what I expected to be the peak of rush hour. Surprisingly, it wasn't nearly as chaotic as expected; don't be misled: this did not automatically indicate a particularly swift process.
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One look at the ingredient bar informed me that Su&Shi's trendy product lineup wasn't about to focus on substantial chunks of fish marinaded beforehand in a special housemade concoction. Choices of protein ranged from traditional salmon and tuna to economic choices of crabmeat salad/tofu and even chicken/unagi. Personally, it felt as if they were simply taking advantage of the culinary reference and applying it to bowls of their preference. (The Daily Special was an Unagi "Poke" Bowl with miso soup.) Nonetheless I was prepared to try whatever was to be thrown in my direction.
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Their signature - or rather, pre-selected, creations took the pain out of naming out specific ingredients in a loud environment with a potentially lengthy lineup tightly winding behind. Customizable options were also available, but additional charges had been tacked onto salmon and tuna poke as well as avocado. Topping and sauce choices were typically fewer than the standard, even though the standard Ponzu, Sesame, Wasabi, and Sriracha Aioli were present. (What is "Poke Sauce"?)
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​When propelled into unfamiliar territory, I usually find it best to play it safe, then venture outside my comfort zone once enough relevant data has been gathered. A Geisha's Kiss sushi burrito (No. 12), Salmon Lover Poke Bowl (No. 52), and Albacore Tuna & Crab Poke Bowl (No. 53) were selected through applying this theory.
Poke Bowls allowed for bases of white sushi rice, brown rice, and romaine/spring mix; requests for half-and-half bases were also accepted. Interestingly enough, Sushi Burritos permitted both rice bases - a first for me to witness as the sushi rice-printing machines are usually only loaded with one type of rice for the sake of convenience.

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Out & About #319 | The Poke Box + Teddy Story

3/1/2017

 
I'm not afraid to admit it: I'm on a hunt to try out the complete slew of poke stops that Toronto has to offer. (Well, maybe not all of them, but surely those that don't pose an enormous difficulty to transit to.)

New outposts are popping up throughout the downtown core at an alarming rate, with some even spreading uptown to relieve the fishy desires of North York and Markham residents alike. With each shop introducing an individualistic flair of their own, it's become increasingly onerous to monitor and evaluate the numerous options on a fair scale.
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After trying the Pokito's hip, tropical Hawaiian Guacamole and Poke Guys' simple but well-received bowls, I was ready to undertake a new challenger. Venturing a bit further east on a humble side street saw the small and unexpected location of The Poke Box.
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I'm not entirely certain what type of establishment had occupied by the super-compact space beforehand, but from the grey exterior and stony-looking concrete steps, it appeared to be anything but a poke restaurant when viewed from the outside. While the front-facing side was primarily composed of glass panes (all windows and the door), signage was extremely minimal and it hadn't occurred to us that we passed it until we carefully scanned the vicinity for landmark hints.
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While probably unintentional, I find it amusing that The Poke Box is, essentially, a box. From the exterior design to the store layout to the menu board to the infinite crates of avocado, boxiness was included in every possible way, rendering a steady sense of cohesiveness. Food-related puns and simple images had also been placed along the perimeter of the inside for added vibrance.

​Before noon, the establishment was enveloped in a tranquil emptiness. We took our time in analyzing the available options, and the staff readily took to answering to our concerns and inquiries without delay. The general concept of offering both signature and customized creations was present, but the main differences were that The Poke Box carried a Poke of the Day selection and that bowls had been substituted with takeout-friendly brown boxes (as indicated by its name).
It was observed that their in-house creations and signature bowls comprised of pre-marinated species, while the BYOB choices usually combined fresh fish with customers' preferred sauce(s) and slapped on additional charges for specialty picks (ie. tuna and avocado).
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​In addition to the no-nonsense menu boasting an impeccable degree of clarity, majority of the topping ingredients were also labelled on the surprisingly smudge-free barrier. Despite this, it still took my friend and I a substantial amount of time before finally settling on the Rainbow Poke and Poke Box.

From previous experiences, the standard base options usually comprise of white sushi rice, brown rice, and spring mix. I've witnessed sweet potato slaw and soba noodles as well, but the spiralized zucchini noodles and purple-brown rice "Grain Blend" were refreshing alternatives to lay eyes on.
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Both bowls - er, boxes - permitted personalized bases, sides, and additional sauces and toppings. Where Poke Box automatically included all three salads (Wakame salad, a Tropical Slaw of spiced pineapple chunks, and unseasoned, shredded sunomono Crab Salad), the Rainbow Poke permitted the two salads. (One of the staff members bearing a manager-like aura kindly squeezed in a small portion for me when he overheard my playful complaint though.)

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