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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...
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"Cibo's perfect lunch deal for only 549! Don't miss out - your taste buds will thank you."

  Ever eaten your lunch very late it was already one in the afternoon by the time Mom Violy and Carmina was going to eat. Mom Violy wanted to eat at  Cibo located at the GH the newest area located in Greenhill's Shopping Center. Mom Violy already knew what she wanted to eat was the chicken sandwich. The server had informed us there is a new promo which you can get a set meal by picking which one you would like. There was a perfect lunch deal for Mom Violy's chicken sandwich the server asked if Mom Violy would like to pair it with carbonara pasta for 549.00 pesos ($9.63). Each had a cream puff for your dessert was served ahead of our meal since Mom Violy was already feeling lightheaded. Carmina decided to have grilled chicken with rice include with pumpkin soup and cream puff. Senior citizen or PWD card holder cannot be used since it is a promotional deal. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your...
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Take your taste buds on a journey with Mom Violy to Luk Foo Cantonese - where flavor meets tradition!

Mom Violy was craving for Cantonese cuisine the place we usually dine is at  Luk Foo near Puregold Grocery Store. Upon entering Luk Foo Cantonese Carmina noticed the front door and inside the dining area looks different. Even if it has been one year since we last dine inside can notice looks fancy. The menu was also different giving us a glance.  Mom Violy already knew what to order without looking at the menu. Her usual order has always been beef with broccoli and pancit. Carmina wanted to try the Hot Prawn Salad often something we usually order when I was young in California. Family member requested for lechon Macau and yang fried rice. Being a family, we get to try with all assorted food which Mom Violy was shocked to see all the dishes on the table. We had a lot of leftovers. We had also received on the house dessert chilled almond jelly and fruit salad. The bill was 2,641.00 pesos ($46.35) not including tip. We also had Siomai wasn't able to take a picture since we're al...
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