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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...

Becky's Favorite Baked Goods at 3N Bakery Bicol's Toasted Siopao

Becky has been telling Carmina about a place where she always purchases her bread. Becky has informed Carmina it is just a simple bake shop not something fancy. Their bread is really good. One day I will take you there.

The day Carmina saw Becky and Ate Cynthia is when I had reminded her about the bakery. Ate Cynthia said they are also known for Bicol's Toasted Siopao, and you may want to also try it.

Ate Cynthia gave instructions where to find 3N Bakery Bicol's Best Toasted Siopao.

Becky has the sweet tooth and has mention they also carry a caramel bar. Becky asked, Carmina how many do you want. I just said one piece because I know I don't like sweets. 

It is true it is very sweet. I figured at least I was able to try the caramel bar that Becky has always told me about.

Becky asked, what else I wanted. I asked what the bread are you can recommend me to try. I kept pointing at the window asking what they were.

Simple Becky just informed me what she usually buys is the monay, pandesal, caramel bar and toasted siopao.

Too bad there was no more pandesal in stock it was all sold out. 

I can understand why Becky loves eating the monay because it is very soft even if you eat it the next day. I can say it taste good even if you eat it by itself. There is a buttery flavor in the monay.

Yes, the toasted siopao does taste good.

It is great to have friends who love to eat because they can always recommend food that you may want to try.

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