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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...

Complimentary from Soul Potato Ph

Carmina wrote an article last June 2023 about Mexican food that she had discovered being inside Robinson Magnolia. Hac Cordero the owner personally message saying they would like to offer you food that they had created. Not many of us has a chance to win food that becomes complimentary for us to try.  Carmina feels she is very lucky that Hac Cordero the owner of Soul Potato Ph has reached out to me. Hac Cordero had asked to deliver to my location but informed that I would visiting Robinsons Magnolia on July 12, 2023. Carmina had notice there has been changes in the menu. It is now displayed in a frame type and letting us a new item is coming soon. I had informed at the counter I am Carmina to pick up the Mexican food giving them enough time prepare the food. I had informed it would be taken out and to separate the Chicken Enchilada because Mom Violy wanted to try it. Mom Violy said it was very delicious reminded her the Mexican restaurant she uses to eat back home in California. Ca...