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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...

Barrio Fiesta

My mom loves to eat Filipino food even when she lives in the Philippines. My mom's favorite food from anyone who caters to Filipino dishes are the following in which she always order anywhere she eats with her family and friends. Fried Lumpia Shanghai  Pinakbet Crispy Pata Adobo Pusit Fried Fish Buku Pandan Shake Barrio Fiesta has a branch in the United States where my dad would bring me there when I am in town.  You may want to check out their menu and location for those living in the  United States  or those living in  Philippines . NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you.

Travel Through Food

My theme in Carmina Lifestyle in my Facebook Page is that I am pretending to travel to the United States where I am telling my viewers that the month of April or May. My mom and I leave on that month heading from Manila to San Francisco. Due from our pandemic it is free to dream and think how it would of been to travel to the United States where I will be letting people know where they can eat American food but still be in the Philippines. Ordering from Hackensack gave me a resemble life eating their Double Deluxe Cheeseburger PHP 330.00 ($6.60). My family member loved their Double Deluxe Hamburger going back to the diner back home in California where we can go back. Adding Waffle Fries Shared portion but was given curly fries being seasoned PHP 185.00 ($3.70). Montgomery Brewster PHP 330.00 ($6.60) My family member like the sweet caramelized onion and made everything feel soft while biting inside. Add on Cheese Fries PHP 140.00 ($2.80). Sauce Ketchup, Cheese and Mustard Southern Chick...