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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...

Mom Violy Craving for Carl's Jr.

Mom Violy was trying to figure out what she wanted to eat for lunch. Carmina mentioned she ate at Carl's Jr. over the weekend. Mom Violy suddenly craved for the Famous Star with Cheese from Carl's Jr . Mom Violy only wanted the Famous Star with Cheese since she wanted to drink something else. Carmina ordered her favorite Western Bacon Cheeseburger having it a combo with fries and regular drink. Carmina suggested to eat in the car having our windows opened. The life we live in sometimes it is best to eat in our car having the windows open rather dining inside a restaurant with other customers. Of course, it your choice where you want to eat your food. NOTE: Carmina is not selling, or advertising food served at Carl's Jr. Subscribe & follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!

Visit of Mom Violy's Father in Fremont, California

Carmina had suggested to Mom Violy we should visit her father while her doctor appointment is in the area. It has been three years since we last went to visit her father, Jose Ditico Carmina's grandfather has passed away year 1989 where the cemetery didn't have any houses during that time. The only way you can park your car is in the neighborhood. Upon entering Mom Violy was wondering how she can find her father reading all the grave plates inside the cemetery. Mom Violy told Carmina it is near the front gate. Carmina went separate ways while Mom Violy said for some reason her father was leading the way to find him. Mom Violy had her chance to spend some time and placing some flowers on his grave. Carmina was able to take a picture and video during our visit to let our family and friends we went to visit him. NOTE: Carmina is not selling, or advertising services made for the cemetery where her grandfather was buried. Subscribe & follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, ...