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...
Long time ago Auntie Glory had informed Mom Violy and Carmina a place to purchase suman coming from Bulacan. I remember Rosalie didn't have a store they only sold outside their home where an open lot was open with a land with grass to park your car. Years later they had a store and expanded yet we still continue to purchase our Filipino desserts and home cooked meals. The only thing you need to do is re-heat the Liang for PHP 107.00 ($1.95) removing it and transfer to a serving bowl. Rosalie also served other cooked meals such as Dinuguan, Mendo, Embutido and many more. I only eat the Liang putting in a cooler when I have it in my car. Carmina purchased something new to try is their Ginataang Bilo Bilo for PHP 80.00 ($1.45). Very delicious can be eaten cold or re-heated depend upon you. Manang V requested for kutsinta for herself for PHP 75.00 ($1.36). Carmina had purchased a plate size kutsinta with munggo for PHP 180.00 ($3.27). Carmina forgot to take a picture of the plate foun...