Bubblegum Finds: Naked Retreat

Bubblegum Finds: Bocca on Baldwin

Bocca on Baldwin

When: Monday - Wednesday 11:30 am - 10 pm

               Thursday - Saturday 11:30 am - 11:30 pm

               Sunday 11 am - 10 pm

Where: 26 Baldwin Street, Toronto

Why: Small restaurant but honestly real authentic. I am loving the food and the great wait staff. It is also in the heart of baldwin village!

Bubblegum Finds: El Catrin

El Catrin

When: Monday - Friday 11:30 am - 4 pm; 5 pm -11 pm

               Friday: 11:30 am - 4 pm; 5 pm - 1 am

               Saturday: 10:30 - 3 pm; 4 pm - 1 am

               Sunday: 10:30  3 pm; 4 - 11 pm

Where: Distillery District, 55 Mill Street Toronto

Why: If you've ever lived in Toronto, you've heard of El Catrin. Amazing drinks, amazing food, the most amazing atmosphere.

Bubblegum Finds: Forget About It Supper Club

Forget About It Supper Club

When: Dinner only. Tues - Sun 5:00 pm to 1:00 am

Where: 325 King Street West (King st. and John st.)

Why: I've been eating my way through king street and I've been meaning to find a few restaurants that are fancy without ridiculous prices. This place looked great and the menu prices weren't bad at all!

Bubblegum Finds: ByMark

Bymark

When: 

LUNCH MON-FRI: 11:30AM-3PM 
DINNER MON-SAT: Service from 5PM
Bar Menu available 3pm onwards

Where: 66 Wellington Street West

Why: The most expensive and beautiful burger I've ever tasted. Worth every freaking penny. Great patio and gorgeous bar. Even when I walked in the rain, still worth the trek.

Bubblegum's Finds: Fortune Cookie

Fortune cookie

When: Sun-Thurs, 11.30-22:00; Fri-Sat, 11:30-23:00

Where: 83 Chang Shu Lu (Near Julu Lu), 4th Floor 常熟路（靠近巨鹿路）八十三号，四楼

Why: As a CBC (Canadian born Chinese) one of the things I miss the most from Toronto is American style Chinese food - the good, greasy, salty and sweet delicious and incredibly unhealthy food that I crave. This place serves exactly what I need, nuff said.

Bubblegum's Finds: Haiku

Haiku

When: Daily, 11.30-2pm 5.30-10pm

Where: Various Locations. This store in particular is located in IFC Shanghai. B1/F, 8 Shiji Da Dao, near Lujiazui Huan Lu 世纪大道8号, 国金中心IFC商场B1楼, 近陆家嘴环路

Why: Cause who doesn't love sushi? And who doesn't love NEW styles of sushi?! It is taking an old classic and making a twist. All the rolls have cute names and are pretty delicious! They even have an "Amy Roll" and I've tried it and Amy is delish ;)

Bubblegum Finds: Prince and Princess KTV/王子公主奇遇记主题KTV

Prince and Princess KTV

王子公主奇遇记主题KTV

WHEN: Daily 8 am - 11 pm

WHERE: Minhang District, 2372 Dongchuan Road, 3rd Floor of Sky Hotel

WHY: Everyone loves to sing whether in a shower or with your friends. This KTV takes it to a whole level, with princess and cute disney themes. The servers are all dressed in cute costumes and everyone is so happy. The price is cheap and its really a great time for anyone whether you are the next Beyonce or not ;)

Real, living parrots!

Bubblegum's Finds: XinWang

Xin Wang

WHEN: Daily 7:30 AM to 11:30 PM

WHERE: Several Stores (Kerry Parkside in Pudong, Shanghai)

WHY: The store had great simple but colorful decorations that I really enjoyed. I appreciated the factory-like, metal furniture and they had really nice light fixtures. The servings were great for the price (inexpensive) and the asian food was quite authentic. 

The food was good and arrived timely. However, the service was not wonderful (understaffed) and waiters had the unpleasant attitude that is often seen in Shanghai. One thing I love about this restaurant is that it also has an adorable add-on bakery with a delicious assortment of breads (lots of authentic Canto food).

If you're planning on visiting this lovely city, I would recommend this restaurant for its good food and great prices! Comment down below if you've ever been or if you have any restaurant recommendations for us.

Mini Review:

Food: 3.5/5

Service: 3/5

Price: 5/5

Atmosphere: 4/5

Overall: 15.5/20

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