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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...

Smash It: Burger & More in Marikina Heights

Who is craving for Burgers and fries?   Hopefully you're into something new to eat at Smash It: Burger & More in Marikina Heights.  I had ordered it through Grab Food application on my phone.  The following orders were as followed: Double BBQ Bacon Smash Burger requested for no sauce and vegetables for PHP 207.20 with Curly Fries PHP 169.00 plus a Red Iced tea PHP 49.00 total of PHP 425.20 ($7.59). Double Caramelized Smash Burger for PHP 249.00 with French Fries with Homemade Ketchup PHP 99.00 total of PHP 348.00 ($6.21). I had ordered myself the Buffalo Chicken Poppers for PHP 189.00 ($3.38) the serving was big. I couldn't quite finish it very spicy even if it says mild on the label on the box. I used my ranch dressing to minimize the heat coming from my mouth. I wanted to try their Apple Cinnamon Tart for two pieces for PHP 129.00 ($2.30) the apple cinnamon tart wasn't sweet something good to add vanilla ice-cream if you wanted too. NOTE: Carmina is not selling...

Manang V's Approval of Bangus Shanghai from Precila's Dagupan Bonuan-Bangus

Carmina requested Manang V to fry Bangus Shanghai that was recently purchased from Precila's Dagupan Bonuan-Bangus located inside Farmers Market, Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines. At first Manang V was wondering why Carmina purchased some lumpia shanghai since we make some at home. Carmina had informed Manang V this is different the ingredient is boneless bangus (milkfish) and the one we make at home has meat inside. Manang V had fried all the Bangus Shanghai, and it is wrapped neatly. Carmina had sliced one pieces so you can see what is inside. We had served it with sweet chili sauce however you can also use ketchup if you prefer too. When biting inside resembles eating Bangus Relleno only difference there is no raisin, pickle relish and hardboiled egg. Yet you can really taste the bangus inside when biting into it.  The Bangus Shanghai can fill you up without eating it with rice. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and ...