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...
On our California vacation this year Mom Violy and Carmina had plans to visit Top Fan Lorie in Seattle unexpected plans changed.
Top Fan Lorie had informed us she'll be visiting her family in the Philippines on the month of September to October.
We figured since we cannot see each other in the United States we can always catch up a bite to eat at Dampa.
Mom Violy and Carmina had planned our meet up making easier on her we went closer to her area.
Reality is Mom Violy and Lorie have been friends for quite a while since I was young.
Aunt Lorie said she was craving for seafood. Mom Violy suggested Dampa.
Great Emperor is what someone recommended us to try. They serve Chinese and Fiipino dishes.
Mom Violy went to the market to purchase some crabs and Maya Maya fish.
Carmina waited for Auntie Lorie to arrive.
Our large crab was cooked with butter and garlic.
Sinigang Maya Maya
Pinakbet
Mom Violy met some new friends also coming from the United States visiting their home town.
Just in case you want to try eating at Great Emperor recommended is to get smaller size crabs and fish cooked for stew rather than what Mom Violy shopped at the market.
Here is their menu:
About to leave Carmina took a picture who had assist us with our order.
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