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CAN: Northface Bistro [Breakfast]

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Can you say no to DIY waffle station? While my BFF and I were staying in Banff, Canada for 4D3N, we set aside one day to go to Lake Louise. We took advantage of the Ride & Breakfast Package priced at C$39.95 (~S$41.50)  per adult, which allowed us to get return tickets on Lake Louise Gondola and enjoy filling buffet breakfast at Northface Bistro.
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CAN: Melissa's Missteak

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Have some prime rib for dinner before it runs out! One of the most loved steak house in Banff, Canada, Melissa's Missteak was opened by the Borden family in 1978 in the existing building that was then part of Homestead Inn. It was then sold to a group of long-term employees in 1990 and has since continued to be a popular spot among locals and tourists alike.
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CAN: The Maple Leaf

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Delectable spiced French toast and honey wine! The Maple Leaf is a bistro offering a warm, elegant log cabin interior that's located at the busiest corner of Banff Avenue. Chef Pascal McKillican uses local ingredients to seduce your taste buds. My BFF and I went there for brunch after admiring the exhibits at Banff Park Museum National Historic Site.
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CAN: Tooloulou's

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Slogan: "Laissez les bon temps rouler!" (lit. Let the good times roll!) Tooloulou's is a 50-seater casual restaurant in Banff, Canada that was established in late 2012. On top of the variety of Cajun and Creole-inspired dishes it offers, the restaurant is famous for its very huge array of breakfast items. My BFF and I went there for dinner on our first day in Banff.
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CAN: Jasper Brewing Company

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Happy marriage between blueberries and vanilla in an ale! Founded in the spring of 2005, Jasper Brewing Company was the very first brewery established in a national park in Canada. In addition to offering a range of beers on tap, wines and cocktails, the pub whips up some light and big bites catering to different palates.
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CAN: Bear's Paw Bakery

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"Baking the world a better place!" Bear's Paw Bakery is a popular spot to have a quick bite in Jasper, Canada. As my BFF and I were staying at Jasper Downtown Hostel that doesn't provide breakfast, we dropped by Bear's Paw Bakery in the morning before taking Jasper SkyTram and conquering the summit of Whistlers Mountain.
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CAN: Syrahs of Jasper

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Upscale dinner featuring boar, bison and elk meat! Boasting itself in offering "Jasper's most innovative cuisine" with a variety of wild game dishes, Syrahs of Jasper is an intimate restaurant with 15 tables. My BFF and I had the most elaborate meal there throughout the trip, which also turned out to be the most expensive of all.
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CAN: Lou Lou's Breakfast & Pizzeria

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Have you tried 'donair' pizza before? Lou Lou's Breakfast & Pizzeria is conveniently located near Jasper Downtown Hostel where my BFF and I stayed at for 4D3N. We dropped by the eatery once for breakfast. Besides that, we also ordered a pizza there on one of the evenings after a long walk from Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.
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CAN: The Canadian VIA2 (Sleeper Plus) [Dinner]

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Dijon mustard played an important role for dinner! It felt like it was only a moment ago that my BFF and I had our lunch. As we'd be alighting at Jasper, we were advised to have our dinner from 5.30pm to 6.30pm, and we did. Even though we weren't hungry, we were really satisfied with the dishes offered for dinner.
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CAN: The Canadian VIA2 (Sleeper Plus) [Lunch]

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I'd vouch for the rich chocolate brownie at the end of the meal! The hours of the morning passed by quickly. When the call for the second seating for lunch was made, my BFF and I made our way to the dining car. Prior reservation is required for lunch and dinner to avoid queues and allow for leisurely meal time for each seating.
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CAN: The Canadian VIA2 (Sleeper Plus) [Breakfast]

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Fragrant banana pecan pancakes with pure maple syrup! The highlight of my adventure in Canada was the train ride from Vancouver to Jasper onboard The Canadian that took approximately 20 hours. My BFF and I booked upper and lower berth seats in the Sleeper Plus Class cabin. I believe there are usually two meals served on the Vancouver-Jasper route: dinner and breakfast.
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CAN: Longliner Seafoods

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Do you prefer candied or smoked salmon jerky? To some of us, candied salmon may sound strange. Before trying it, I was also skeptical about how it'd taste like. Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back after buying some from Longliner Seafoods, one of the original tenants of Granville Island Public Market since its opening in 1979.
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SIN: YOTEL Singapore [Breakfast]

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Didn't expect the salad to be so fresh! As overseas travel is still very much restricted, I continue to entertain myself by going for staycations here in Singapore. Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to stay at YOTEL Singapore (4*) at Orchard Road for one night during the Chinese New Year period. Breakfast set is offered for each guest staying at the contemporary hotel.
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KSA: Saudia [Business, International, Short-Haul]

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Trying Arabic coffee for the very first time in my life! After having a moment of relaxation at the SkyTeam Lounge at Istanbul Ataturk Airport, it was finally time for my BFF and me to leave Turkey. Our virgin experience with Saudia, the flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, was a memorable one. Let's take a look at what were served for Business Class passengers on the short-haul flight from Istanbul to Jeddah.
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CAN: St. Lawrence Market

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Where you can find the "world famous peameal bacon on a bun"! Originally opened in 1902, St. Lawrence Market is an iconic public market in Toronto, Canada, a culinary hotspot showcasing more than 120 merchants. The current building incorporates one that was once home to the first permanent city hall and jailhouse that operated from 1845 to 1899. During our visit, my BFF and I sampled some delights for breakfast.
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