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When Mom Violy spotted Crisostomo’s handwritten menu, something in her chest lit up: home-style lumpia, sinigang steaming in clay pots—could this be the comfort food she’d been missing?

Carmina informed Mom Violy that she would visit her home on Saturday, November 8, 2025. She asked if Mom Violy wanted to go out for lunch and mentioned needing to do some grocery shopping due to an upcoming big storm. Mom Violy suggested trying Crisostomo, a Filipino restaurant inside Robinsons Magnolia. Carmina forwarded the menu for her to choose what she wanted to eat, while Carmina already knew her order. I chose pork barbeque served in a set of three pieces with a vinegar dipping sauce. I skipped rice and opted for lumpiang hubad, fresh lumpia without a wrapper, topped with peanut sauce.  Mom Violy initially craved the classic Pinoy paella, but when it wasn’t available, she decided on sinigang na baboy with an extra serving of rice. A family member chose sisig with garlic rice. Carmina enjoyed her meal with Mom Violy and particularly liked the  lumpiang hubad , though she kept wondering why it had no wrapper. I explained that it’s called "naked" because it’s served witho...

Carmina's Review of Green Pesto Potato Salad

Do you want to try something different? Rather eating pesto pasta can dig in with an alternative going to carbohydrates. Must try Green Potato Salad from  Builtamart ! Carmina was doing her weekly grocery shopping most of the time even if you enter inside a store. They all carry variety of products and the ones you are familiar with is not available. Purchasing groceries is easier among you don't need to dress up and leave your home. Yes, there is delivery fee, but you need consider you also need to pay for transportation if you do it for yourself. Carmina has never tried Green Pesto Potato Salad. Now, I know it exist and it is healthy for you which is something I love to eat. Ready to Eat Green Pesto Potato Salad sold for 159.00 pesos ($2.84) 300g not including delivery fee and tip to the rider. Arriving from the destination it is well secured in a paper bag and taped well making sure it doesn't move. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to lo...

Carmina's Review on Shin Mikana

Carmina brought Mom Violy to  Shin Mikana  after shopping at Farmers Market located in Cubao, Quezon City. Mom Violy wanted to try their Oyakodon and California Maki.  Mom Violy liked the Japanese food served at Shin Mikana. She has plans to come back and try their other dishes. We took some photos after our meal. The restroom is located downstairs near the kitchen. Make sure to watch your steps. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!