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Embark on a culinary journey through Vietnam with must-try dishes at CreAsian Wok n' Roll, where every bite is a celebration of authentic taste.

Carmina's dad was craving for Vietnamese and wanted to bring his family have a meal. We are in the area of Brentwood, my dad remembered he used to dine in at  CreAsian Wok 'n Roll . Upon entering there we're a lot of customers and the person asked how many we are seated at the table. The server handed us a menu asked us what we would like to drink. They brought out pitcher of iced water with glasses for us to pour our own water. My dad ordered a grilled lemongrass chicken combo with egg, shrimp, and an egg roll . Family member ordered basil leaf with chicken and garlic rice . Another family member had ordered a large Creation Special soup to share with everyone. Carmina wanted the banh mi sandwiches but unfortunately it wasn't available had to pick something else to eat. I decided to try the string beans with shrimp and included is the plain white rice. Service is fast and food is served at your table. Those who cannot finish their food they will provide take out c...

Best Place to a Photo Shoot at Alviso Marina Country Park in Santa Clara, California

Carmina was able to eat her favorite all time Carl's Jr where a place she grew up in her childhood while growing up. Before you can order your food inside  Carl's Jr. you need to make sure you're wearing a face mask.  Are you thirsty? Just about to leave  Carl's Jr  and take a bite of Famous Star Burger decide to go toward a beautiful view to capture the sunset about to go down. Take a look at the short video to capture the view at  Alvison Marina County Park  in Santa Clara, California where there is no charge to watch the nature around you. NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising for food served at Carl's Jr and Alvison Marina Country Park in Santa Clara, California. Subscribe & Follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!

Carmina's Review on Ima's Homemade Filipino Cuisine and Traditional Desserts in Hayward

During the pandemic Carmina had friends she has known since they we're in high school being a bit older than them. People tend to have a lot of time to find and reconnect with old friends you have known years ago living in California. Carmina's old friends have informed her no matter what name you have in your social media your face still looks the same when they first meant you years ago. Carmina's friend had informed her that he was opening another branch of Ima's Homemade Filipino Cuisine and Traditional Desserts in Hayward sharing how the inside will look while establishing the place. Years later Carmina decided unexpected walk inside to see how Ima's Homemade Filipino Cuisine and Traditional Desserts in Hayward looked in person. Carmina had asked the employee if the owner was available. Carmina met the brother of her friend she knows. Carmina had introduced herself letting him know I am a personal blog would like to feature Ima's Homemade Filipino Cuisine a...

Seafood City Supermarket in Hayward, California

Someone coming from the Philippines you become curious what is sold inside Seafood City an Asian Grocery store. Mom Violy had request for ingredients to cook Calderata for her upcoming cook with her family members. Carmina went along with a family member that was visiting from Virgina to purchase their own groceries. Upon entering Seafood City everyone is wearing a face mask and when you cannot find certain items Carmina approached an employee directed her where the coconut milk. Mom Violy said she wanted coconut milk the label is color brown and it is Vietnamese brand however she couldn't remember the name of it. Carmina kind of had an ideal what Mom Violy was talking about . Here is a short video clip inside Seafood City: The place is very clean and organize too many Filipino goods that you recognize seeing it in your homeland know the Philippines. The prices may be expensive because you have to think the import being sent to California yet when you cannot travel to the Philippin...

Family Dinner at Thanh Long in San Francisco, California

  Every time we would travel and visit our family, we would take us to eat at their favorite Dungeness crab cooked Vietnamese style. From the drive from Bay Area is one hour depending on the traffic by car is something you need to consider a cold climate is to bring a thick coat and wear something warm. Entering the Thang Long they request you to wear a face mask and can be removed after you've started your meal and put it on when leaving the restaurant. The servers are also wearing face mask when they approach your table to get what you would like to eat. My family decided upon sharing one crab per two persons this way there is no way we can eat it by ourselves. For those who are not into seafood there are other meals provided in their menu. Dessert after eating a meal until you're really full to go home. Those who would like to experience Roasted Crab must try it at  Thanh Long in San Francisco, California. NOTE: Carmina is not selling, or advertising food served at Th...