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When the longing for authentic Pinoy dishes strikes in the U.S., Isla Grand stands ready to transport your taste buds back to the Philippines.

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...
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Day 5: Sydney, Australia

Mom Violy had enjoyed eating at Chat Thai and she wanted her last lunch meal to be eaten there again. We had ordered almost the same food we had eaten last night, but I had added something new to try. It was great experience exploring Sydney, Australia something added on to our memories to share to everyone. NOT SPONSORED. Check out  Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  and click on the subscribe button for more videos. Thank you for your support.
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Day 5: What we get out from curiosity is something bigger than what we have expected?

As I would glance from my window from our hotel room I was curious to know what is that building that looked like a castle. I had showed it to my best friend as we're talking using video call during my vacation.  As we become curious our mind doesn't stop until we find the answer that keeps wandering over and over again. I went outside alone without my mom as she stayed inside her hotel room. I had crossed the street from the hotel and was able to see it up close. I found out it was actually a convention where they hold musical performance as I saw students enter inside and their parents stayed in the car as they wait their child to finish their classes. Inside the convention I had entered a gate behind me. After I saw the sign, I found out later you can walk at the Royal Botanical Garden to reach to the Opera House and Darling Harbour you would be doing a lot of walking to enjoy the garden. ...
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