Mom Violy told me she wanted to order the Paella Negra from Dean & Deluca. Carmina suggested we dine in since we’d never really tried their main courses, always just getting takeout with the cream puffs . Mom Violy agreed, and we arrived about thirty minutes before the lunch rush began. The service was very slow, even though we had ordered ahead of time. They mistakenly brought out the Paella Valenciana , despite Mom Violy repeating the order three times to the person who took it. It turned out the cook on duty made the error, even though it was written down clearly. We know Paella Negra takes a long time to prepare, which is why Mom Violy had requested it to be cooked beforehand. She wanted it as her main meal, but because of the mix-up and feeling hungry, she took a piece of Carmina’s Turkey Club Sandwich and asked for the bacon on the side. I didn’t expect the turkey to be just one piece, and the bread was toasted so hard that it removed one layer of the sandwich. Since ...
Carmina was in town visiting her family and friends in the United States. Every year, she enjoyed exploring new places or spots her family and friends had shared on social media. She had a best friend from high school with whom she kept in touch despite living in the Philippines for many years. Tips: When I visited Mendocino and Fort Bragg in May, it was still cold, so my friend advised me to bring a thick jacket, sweater, or sweatshirt to layer with other clothes. Wearing sneakers is ideal for outings that involve nature. Don’t forget to bring a camera and a selfie stick if you like taking photos with your mobile phone. A short getaway is a great way to catch up with friends, splitting all expenses equally. The drive to Mendocino, California, took about three hours. Carmina’s best friend booked a stay at the Glass Beach Inn on May 28, 2017, located at 726 N Main Street, Fort Bragg, California, United States. We shared a room at the Dana Campbell, pretending we were managing our own bo...