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...
Ever since you have moved to a different location, there is a possibility that you can try new food. Carmina had ordered her food through Grab being delivered. Carmina was able to try the chicken mini tacos from The Smokeyard in the Quezon City branch. The five pieces of chicken mini tacos had the following ingredients shredded chicken with barbeque sauce, salsa and cilantro. It was spicy yet still delicious. I was able to try a side order of cornbread. It was also good. We also wanted to try the brisket, cornbread, chocolate chip cookie, dirty rice and mac and cheese. All the food described was really good even if the serving looks small, but some reason you're full. NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising for American food served at The Smokeyard in Quezon City. Subscribe & follow @ Carmina Lifestyle a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!