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...
Time has come when Carmina's dad is visiting the Philippines. Carmina's cousin wanted to plan a get together during his visit. Carmina had asked her dad when he was free and asked any type of food would like to eat while in town. Carmina's cousin made a group chat in Facebook Messenger to coordinate with everyone. Carmina asked the head count just in case I come early it would be easy to get a table. Carmina had informed everyone that she will be the one to bring her dad to the restaurant. Wednesday, July 10, 2024, Carmina had picked her dad early walked inside Power Plant Shopping Mall headed to Ding Tai Fung . Carmina was already aware that they don't provide reservation only for walk in. Did you know they only allow 80% for table of ten? We had informed the server that everyone else would arrive at 12noon. The server will explain everything how to place your order on a piece of paper giving you a menu and pencil. Table was set and was able to order our food. E...