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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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Aeropostale & GAP Ladies Tees Made in USA

Carmina has favorite brand in her clothing only made in the United States is where she loves to shop for her tees. Carmina is unable to travel to get a new set of tees to wear when she goes outside. Carmina decided to purchase her clothing at  Aleyahemi.ph  Online Shop Shopee Philippines. There are not a lot of online shops that provide the American size most I've found are Asian size it is hard too determine what size you will be when the some seller inform you their clothing is standard.  The best part at Aleyahemi.ph Online Shop Shopee Philippines their clothing came directly from the United States. I can manage to figure out what my size will be. My favorite brands are: Aeropostale  GAP Of course I have other brands that I prefer although it is not available at Aleyahemi.ph. It is alright I was able to get my favorite colors black and navy. I decided to try and wear teal color for a change. Carmina was just happy to purchase clothing for a change she is not selli...
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Easy Fish Ball and Fish Ball Sauce Recipe

  All you need to do is purchase frozen fish ball in the grocery store before you will fry the fish ball you will defrost it. The reason why we defrost it before frying prevent it from popping oil when you're frying it in the stove. Cooking Fish Ball Instructions: Heat pot with oil place small portion enough to float and cook in the cooking oil you can decide how you want it cooked by the color it turns out. Strain the fish ball after it has been cooked removing oil  Transfer to serving plate or bowl Cooking the fish ball sauce is pretty easy I was able to do it my first time and succeed reason why Manang V was so happy. Fish Ball Sauce Recipe: 2 - Cup Water 4 Tbsp. - Sugar 2 Tbsp. - Soy Sauce 2 Tbsp. - Minced Garlic 4 Tbsp. All Purpose Flour Optional red chili peppers Cooking Instructions: Combine all ingredients except all purpose flour  Let it boil using a small pot Add all purpose flour when water is boiling slowing stir it until it has dissolved and thicken from the ...
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