Just a Taste: The Wok

Location 
The Wok is located on 8th St. beside the New Ki Sum Bakery by JYSK.


Environment
We went for lunch and it was very busy! Make sure to get there at 12 pm on the dot because it is definitely a hot spot for people on their lunch breaks. They are well staffed and everyone is friendly.


Menu 
I didn't really take a good look at the menu. I looked at the appetizers and vermicelli section quickly and made my choice from there. They are priced at $6.75. But from what I remember, it is all Vietnamese and Chinese food. There are rice dishes, soups, appetizers, different sorts of noodles and a beverage menu.


Food
Like usual, we ordered the summer/salad/cold rolls and I had the charbroiled park and two spring rolls on vermicelli noodles. The salad roll filling was very good, but the wrap was very chewy. The peanut sauce complimented it nicely though. The spring rolls were almost the opposite. I really liked the crunch, but the pork filling wasn't on point that day. The vermicelli here was good, but the portion was small in comparison to the previous restaurants I had gone to. In their defence, their meals are more affordable! Sorry for the photo of the vermicelli too, it doesn't do it justice. It was uneaten but it was mixed up already.

Conclusion
I would recommend The Wok to everyone for a good place to grab lunch. The service is good and the meals are fresh. It also is a convenient location for people working on 8th St. or that go to the University.

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Das Racist

It's pos-vibe raps. What's not to love?

Just a Taste: Aroma's (Wednesday Night Photo)

Make sure to check out the half priced pizza and pint specials at Aroma's (Radisson Hotel) on Wednesday evenings!

Forno Inferno

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Marketplace Updated

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Nike SB Dunk Low "Supreme"

It's been ten years since the original Supreme Low Pro SB. Once again they use the cement print, but this time with a red leather upper. People are still asking for an SB comeback, what are your thoughts? These will be released in June, 2012.

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Review: Nike CTR360 Maestri II

Marketing
This target market for this boot are the play makers, it doesn't matter if they're strikers, midfielders, defenders or even a keeper. The CTR360 is part of Nike's Control series. That first touch has to be perfect. These boots have pass and receive pods that were designed based on a golf putter. To get a better idea of what type of player would wear these, take a look at Andres Iniesta.

Fit
You are going to want to go for your true size for a snug fit or half size up for a bit of room. These are not meant to stretch. They were a uncomfortable in the toe box, the top of my toes have been rubbing on the material. I believe my situation was unique, because friends of mine did not have that issue.

Breaking In
I struggled breaking them in, in comparison to my Legend IV's. I generally have problems with the arches of my feet but the insole and shape did not create any difficulties for me. Like I said previously, the toe box was tight. I stuffed both shoes with socks to create more room in the toe box and instep area. They are feeling better already. The Kanga-lite material has been softening up where I need them to as well!

Price
I purchased mine on sale for about $150 but they are retailed at $250 CAD.

Positives
Firstly, I love the colour way and design! In time, the Kanga-lite becomes very soft. The material is also water proof, so it looks like this will be my boot of choice for wet conditions. I also really like that there is suede in the heel to keep you locked into the boot as well as a grippy insole. The stud set-up is superior for the turf fields in the city, it is quite easy to maneuver in different directions quickly. I appreciate the slightest details to footwear, this would include the short and thin tongue with perforations to make it more breathable.

Negatives
Like I said earlier, the break-in period did not go so well for me. The only other negative to the design is that this boot weighs at 10.8 oz.

Conclusion
I have a lot of life left in these boots yet and can't make the decision of whether they are worth it or not quite yet. But I can see them only getting better from here. I have high hopes for these still, everyone I know has had great experiences with them. The Kanga-lite was amazing in the first CTR360, so hopefully mine will get to that point. I will say that they provide good ball feel and touch and are good for passing and shooting, but are heavier for a modern boot. If you are that two touch playmaker, these might be the right tool for you.

I plan on doing a follow-up review in the future. For now, these are my training boots. Let me know about your experience with the CTR360 Maestri II.

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Music that is better than Bieber

1. Boyfriend is written and produced by Mike Posner, who, while I do like some of his music, is as soft as the sheep you count in your cocoa+marshmellow-driven REM sleep.

2. We've all said it. We all used to say it (remember in 2008, that song by: MIA, KANYE, JAY-Z AND T.I.???!). But it's 2012 and SWAG is not a word that should be in anyone's vocabulary anymore! Let alone in a ballad about being someone's boyfriend.

3. Autotune that falsetto more.. (disclaimer: not saying dude can't sing)

4. Why was it on posted on hellosaskatoon on autoplay?

5. remember Hero f. Keri Hilson by Nas? That's all i think about when I hear this song.

Here is what I've been listening to for the past week or so. Boyfriend is stupid. Now we have a positive opinion and a negative one.








ONE MORE FOR GOOD MEASURE

Let's Chat: Guitars

You know that age old question "If your house was burning down, what would be the first thing you'd grab"? Since I don't have any photo albums in my house, next up would be my guitars.

If I had maximum wage, I'd splurge on guitars all day, real talk.

Not to say I'm king shred master John Petrucci, I just play as a hobby and frankly I haven't improved at all in the past four years.

Here's my collection.


Epiphone Les Paul: this was my first guitar ever. My parents bought it for me as a birthday present when I was in grade 10. So it holds some sentimental value.


Fender Telecaster: this is the first guitar I ever bought with my own money. My Les Paul has a fat sound while this has a "brighter" sound comparatively.



Yamaha RBX-170: got this bass when I was hitting the whole "I NEED TO BE DEATH FROM ABOVE 1979" phase. That has passed, but what I got out of that phase was the ability to play all Death From Above 1979 songs. Useful skill, never. It's too bad I don't play this as much, but I'm sure it'll get its use one day.


Hondo... something: my dear friend gave me this guitar, so I treat it with tender love and care. I love the worn look of it, and despite its age, it sounds wonderful.

Do you have any instruments? Let's chat about them.