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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...

Did you know there is a Vegan Halo Halo Milk Tea?

  You all know who have been following Carmina for a long time she stopped drinking milk tea over a year.  Guess what? Did you know there is a vegan halo halo milk tea? You don't need to worry gaining weight from it if you drink it because it is plant based. Living in the Philippines where it is beginning to be humid we know our climate is changing soon it will be summer. Vegan Sultan Kundarat (WK) stand for Solo Order just for yourself is the same ingredients having a regular halo halo only difference it is made healthy for you for PHP 139.00 ($2.73). Carmina added sago recommended tasting better with additional charge from your expenses. However if you choose to share with someone you can order the Sultan Kudarat Kahatea Good for Two for PHP 219.00 ($4.29). Kahatea also cater to those who are not into plant based where Carmina had ordered Vinta Kalimbahin Solo Size for PHP 119.00 ($2.33). The ingredients are strawberry, lychee fruit tea. You can find it categor...

Carmina's Review on Red Velvet Cake Rolls from Crumberries Cafe Philippines

Taking another bite away to try another dessert from Crumberries Cafe Philippines where it has brought me to my childhood only difference it is not chocolate.  The best part it is not too sweet. Carmina had ordered Red Velvet Cake Rolls for three pieces along with her cinnamon rolls that she had order yesterday. To read about Carmina's experience on the Cinnamon Rolls is to click at the link given: Carmina's Review on Cinnamon Rolls from Crumberries Cafe You have a chance to share with three people when you order the Red Velvet Cake Rolls to serve with coffee or tea. Red Velvet Cake Rolls PHP 120.00 ($2.35) for three rolls  Just in case your wonder what Red Velvet Cake Rolls remind of Carmina's childhood is Chocolate Hostess Ho Ho's in the United States. When in doubt you want to try it for yourself at  Crumberries Cafe Philippines  you may check their menu. NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising for Red Velvet Cake Rolls from Crumberries Cafe Philippines. ...