It’s been months since Carmina last posted on her Google Maps. I started doing it just for fun, exploring new places to dine and travel, and sharing those spots with others. Back in 2017, I wasn’t even blogging yet. Over the years, I received numerous email updates about changes, but in September, the removal of followers on Google Maps felt particularly strange. There’s no point in complaining about it. I decided not to close my account, as it wasn’t an option, but I did delete all the photos I had contributed over the years. I have fond memories of seeing which photos were popular and had hoped to share them with you. It was surprising to see how many views my pictures had accumulated. While deleting them, I noticed that many restaurants and bakeries no longer exist, with some marked as unknown on the map. Most of my photos were from the pandemic period, a time when I could fully express myself and write about the food I enjoyed. Let's take a trip down memory lane with Carmina th...
During summertime, I used to travel to California in April or May and enjoy my favorite vegetable—artichokes. However, with no vaccine available to prevent COVID-19, travel was restricted, so we had to find an alternative way to enjoy artichokes. I decided to try something new at Pazzo Rollie, which offered two dishes featuring artichokes as the main ingredient. I had to choose between an appetizer or a rolled-up pizza. Having never tried rolled-up pizza before, I thought, why not? It included both of my favorite vegetables, spinach and artichokes. It was fascinating to see the spinach and artichoke rolled-up pizza served in a pizza box. I chose the family size, which was perfect for someone like me who loves pizza, priced at PHP 480.00 ($9.60). My family members opted for their favorite pasta, the Family Shrimp Aglio Olio, priced at PHP 341.00 ($6.82). Family Lasagna PHP 300.00 ($6.00), served in two plastic containers. Family Yummy Carbonara PHP 374.00 ($7.48) I received ...