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Tired of the new rules, Carmina closed her Google Maps account — what pushed her over the edge?

It’s been months since Carmina last posted on her Google Maps. I started doing it just for fun, exploring new places to dine and travel, and sharing those spots with others. Back in 2017, I wasn’t even blogging yet. Over the years, I received numerous email updates about changes, but in September, the removal of followers on Google Maps felt particularly strange. There’s no point in complaining about it. I decided not to close my account, as it wasn’t an option, but I did delete all the photos I had contributed over the years. I have fond memories of seeing which photos were popular and had hoped to share them with you. It was surprising to see how many views my pictures had accumulated. While deleting them, I noticed that many restaurants and bakeries no longer exist, with some marked as unknown on the map. Most of my photos were from the pandemic period, a time when I could fully express myself and write about the food I enjoyed. Let's take a trip down memory lane with Carmina th...

Sweet Lanzones from Melinda Sangco Fruit Store in front of Farmer's Market

Mom Violy wasn't satisfied yet with her food journey. She wanted some sweet Lanzones and decided to stop by Farmer's Market in Cubao, Quezon City Philippines. Mom Violy has a stall where she normally purchases from in Farmer's Market.  Check it out from Melinda Sangco Fruit Store in front of Farmer's Market you cannot miss in the fruits section. There are three types of Lanzones depending what price range you would like to pay. Yes, you can sample yet make sure you buy from them as well.  The employees will place it in a plastic, if possible, it is best to bring an eco-bag to able to carry your purchases. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!

Mom Violy's Favorite Fresh Crab and Shrimp from Ronnie in Sta. Maria Bulacan

Ronnie had approached Mom Violy the first time when we went to  Rosalie's Bibingka  selling live crab. Mom Violy began saying if it wasn't good, she would call him up asking for his contact number. Mom Violy wasn't fooled it was true the crab had a lot of meat, and she was satisfied with her seafood. Mom Violy had contacted Ronnie at 09551188103 when she wanted to order some live crabs and shrimp. Mom Violy was excited to hold the live crab and Carmina took a stolen picture of her. 🤣 Mom Violy just steamed her crab and shrimp when she went home. TIPS: Make sure you bring your own cooler with ice especially in the Philippines climate is very humid. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to navigate yourself the right direction.

Mom Violy's Favorite Jing Jing's Balut

Long time ago Mom Violy didn't know  Jing Jing's Balut has a branch close to her area. Mom Violy had purchased balut, salted egg and penoy from  Road Trip in Cabanatuan City . Later she found out there is a place she doesn't need to drive just to eat her balut, penoy and salted egg. Just in case you want to place your order check it out for yourself make sure you have a face mask on. Purchasing your balut and penoy there is a choice if you want it raw (not cooked) or cooked letting them know how you want it. TIPS: Make sure you bring an egg crate along with you preventing to break or else it will be place in a paper bag. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to navigate you to the right direction.