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...
Day before Mother's Day Carmina brought Mom Violy to Estrel's Caramel Cake located in 54 Scout Tobias. Carmina had informed Mom Violy she'll just order it in person, yet she had refused. The salesperson said, they are sold out on the caramel cake and informed us to just place an order after Mother's Day since they are busy. Mom Violy wasn't sure if she wanted to eat a cake by herself. Mom Violy's daughter in the United States asked her what she wanted for Mother's Day gift. Mom Violy said, she wanted Estrel's Caramel Cake Mother's Day. My sister had message me asking me to order the Estrel's Caramel Cake. I had ordered online on their website Estrel's Caramel Cakes . I had placed the order for the smallest size available for the price of one thousand pesos through via-payment Gcash. Filling up the form asking for full name, address, date needed, time to pick up in person and email address. I had received an email letting me know it has be...