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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...
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Mr. Ruel's Secret to Hold Your Hair

  Carmina had notice Mr. Ruel was using something to hold her hair up while styling.  Carmina asked Mr. Ruel if she can take a picture of the Fix Professional Clay Doh Molding Clay. Mr. Ruel said it is only PHP 100.00 ($1.92) to purchase it from Bench. Carmina mentioned Mr. Ruel she is using something similar although it is from the United States it is also in the same container yet the color inside is white not gray. Carmina went inside the Bench Store also located inside Ali Mall, Cubao, Philippines. There are a lot to choose between the type of hold you want from your hair and sizes. Carmina just wanted a small one to bring along for her future travel. Carmina paid PHP 45.00 ($0.87) from  Bench Philippines  for her Fix Professional Clay Doh Molding Clay. NOT SPONSORED. Check out  Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  and click on subscribe button for free. Thank you for your support!
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Carmina's Experience without Any Contact Lenses

Carmina had test herself and analyze to see how it would feel if you walked out in public having no contact lenses. Carmina was walking around the surrounding looked unclear due being near sighted. The advantages are that you're use to walking around Ali Mall it was easier to navigate yourself. You wonder people who have no way to correct their vision how they can cope doing it every day. While for you it is just temporary where you can put contact lenses on Carmina was feeling stressed and agitated by her vision even if you see people passing by you it were unclear how they looked faraway. Carmina waited outside from  Sarabia Optical due they only allow three customers inside. You'll notice there are plastic screen inside due to the pandemic where you need to leave your mask on at all times. Carmina had informed Ms. Beth that she would like to have an eye exam and order some contact lenses. Even if someone approaches you they won't recognize any difference i...
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