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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...

Carmina's Review on T4 Boba Mango Pineapple with Basil Seeds

Carmina wanted some boba after eating a meal with Mom Violy notice there was a T4 Boba in the shopping mall in Walnut Creek. Something caught Carmina's eye while entering inside T4 Boba with a poster of Mango Pineapple with Basil Seeds. Carmina loves drinking beverages with basil seeds. It gave her an advantage to try with bits of pieces of fruit inside.  There is an option how much sugar level and whether you want ice. Carmina decided for 50% sugar level and no ice in her Mango Pineapple with Basil Seeds. T4 Boba  you'll come across a machine which Carmina had notice something we don't have back home when you want to place your order or at the counter to an employee. Mango Pineapple with Basil Seeds is refreshing giving you a boost of fruits. NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising beverages sold at T4 Boba Mango Pineapple with Basil Seeds in Walnut Creek, California. Subscribe & follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, discover and share. Than...

TOGO's Daily Deal Monday is Hot Pastrami & Regular Fountain Drink

Carmina was craving for pastrami sandwich and use to eat it at TOGO's even if her parents owned a deli. It has been years since Carmina was able to eat her hot pastrami sandwich. Before ending her vacation, she wanted to finish off her bucket list of food to eat in California. Carmina wore a face mask although it is optional if you want to wear one not required. Carmina went inside  Togo's and notice they had a Daily Deal for $9.25 not including sales tax. The best part she went there on Monday, and it is Hot Pastrami. Upon placing your order, the staff who will make your sandwich asking what type of bread. Carmina asked for Parmesan with no pickles and no mustard. Carmina notice there is a lot of pastrami on the sandwich and the bread is also soft and hot. Carmina's drink was Barq Root beer Vanilla which was the first time trying it. It reminds Carmina of a Root beer float. Carmina was very satisfied with her Hot Pastrami Sandwich with Barq Root beer Vanilla at TOGO's...

Papa Ping's Birthday Celebration at Harborview Restaurant & Bar in San Francisco, California

When you reach a certain age, and you want to add memories through the years by celebrating your ninety-eighth birthday. Papa Ping wanted to gather his family and close friends at Harborview Restaurant & Bar in San Francisco, California. Have you've ever experienced a ten-meal course? The best tip Carmina can give you is don't eat rice it will be served in the middle. Make sure you're really hungry to full up your stomach. Or eat few of each dish served at the table. We had the Banquet Menu C with soup of Dried Scallops, Fish Mao & Sea Cucumber Soup sorry no picture of the soup too hungry. BBQ Combination Platter Salt & Pepper Dungeness Crab Peking Duck with Steam Buns Stir-Fried Scallops and Prawns Steak Cubes & Broccoli with Maggi Sauce Sauteed Peas Sprouts with Dried Scallops & Mushroom Golden Supreme Fried Rice with X.O. Sauce Steam Black Cod  Dessert Black Sesame Mochi in Ginger Tea To take a look at the full menu of  Harborview Restaurant & Bar...