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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...

Carmina's the Handy Man

In every household need to be repaired once you live in your home for eleven months during our pandemic months you recognize what need to be fix up in your home. In order to do that you end up ordering a power drill for your home to begin that process of repairing what you can organize the place you have spent most of your time. I don't have the funds to buy an expensive power drill by living in the Philippines. I was able to buy a local brand Torque Mini Electric Drill Cordless Screwdriver. It works great and easy to use. The best part it is not heavy. My new toy has been kept me busy for the past three days organizing my room making changes in what made me feel I did a lot of work due to time having enough days to preoccupy myself. I had purchase my  Torque Mini Electric Drill Cordless Screwdriver at  Amy Lin Shopping  Online Shop at Shopee Philippines for PHP 389.00 ($7.78) not including shipping and handing. Note: I am not selling  Torque Mini Electric ...

Eric Kayser Artisan Boulanger

Honestly I have never tried a cream cheese banana muffin it is something unique with the cake being moist with walnut. It is something to re-order in the future. Cream Cheese Banana Muffin PHP 85.00 ($1.70) for one piece. Chocolate Eclair PHP 140.00 ($2.80) Plain Dinner Rolls (6 Pieces) French Buns PHP 110.00 ($2.20) Whole Wheat Loaf PHP 165.00 ($3.30) Plain Pain De Mie PHP 155.00 ($3.10) Plain Ciabatta PHP 95.00 ($1.90) Ekmek Turkish Bread PHP 80.00 ($1.60) . Just in case you want to try Eric Kayser Artisan Boulanger you may refer to their website: Philippines France Note: I am not selling bread or advertising for Eric Kayser Artisan Boulanger.