Carmina is traveling to the United States to spend time with her family. My dad planned a family gathering for Mother's Day at their favorite Pinoy restaurant . Since reservations aren’t possible, we arrived an hour early to ensure we could get a table for twelve before everyone else showed up. As my dad approached Isla Grand , the branch we visited in Pleasant Hills, California , the host at the door said they could prepare a table for twelve at five o'clock. Later, the server called my dad's name and guided us to our table. The place was bustling with people enjoying meals and celebrating Mother's Day. On our first visit to Isla Grand, I was captivated by the décor, noticing many native items that gave the place a fancy yet authentic Filipino feel. They usually have a live band, but unfortunately, there was no entertainment the night we went. My family had spoken highly of Isla Grand and encouraged us to try the Filipino dishes we’ve been missing from back home. Lech...
Before I travel somewhere new I would like to find out more about the country in order to adapt myself and know what food is known there while I am in their area and what food I can bring back home with me. Australia is known for kangaroo and koala more into nature, beach and urban places. The people are called, Aussie. The common food eaten in Australia is vegemite. I tried that didn’t like the taste of it. Not my kind of spread you put on your bread. TimTam (chocolate biscuit) – My son told me he has a friend from Australia. Use tim tam use as a straw and suck the drink through the biscuit to add flavor on their coffee or hot chocolate. Eating alone is already sweet for me. Meat Pies – Stuffed minced meat, gravy, mushroom, onion and cheese. You can purchase it in the bakery and supermarket. It can also be store in the freezer and warm later when you would like to eat it. Fish and Chips – They give you a big ser...