Uncle Ando has informed her sister that he would like to try dining at Dampa which he has heard from people. Uncle Ando has a bucket list of places to see before returning back home. Mom Violy was thinking of just bringing Uncle Ando to the places she is familiar where she has eaten before with her family and friends visiting the Philippines. Uncle Ando spoke to his relatives he hasn't seen for a long time. The relatives asked what he would like to eat so they can meet and have a meal together. The relative said we'll meet at  Dampa sa Libis  on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 12 noon. Mom Violy had scheduled a driver and informed Carmina about it. Upon entering to Dampa sa Libis was a big parking lot when entering in the driveway walking outside you will see some fresh seafood and fruits. The entrance is on the righthand side where you will see dining those who would like to eat outside with a cover and electric fan.  Dampa sa Libis also provide airconditioned rooms to those...

Mom Violy has always loved dining inside Rustica a Filipino restaurant found out they have moved to a different location. Tita Edna has informed Mom Violy it is now open since July 13, 2025, located at Lot 7, Block 3 inside Acropolis North Subdivision, Barangay Sumacab Sur, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija. It is not hard to find seeing a restaurant center of attraction upon entering inside Acropolis North Subdivision. There is a lot of parking at Rustica Restaurant  if you decided to come by car. A person had come by with an umbrella informed us where to park our car. Mom Violy asked the person if there was a table for four being it was lunch time. The person came back said, yes there is a table for party of four. The disadvantages are that the main restaurant is on the second floor. The seniors who I was with complained because they would have to walk on the staircase saying why not on the ground floor being the party room held for events. They do have a walkway for seniors to pass b...

Carmina saw  Burgoo Restaurant  at Gateway 2 and remembered Mom Violy would like to eat there. Carmina had informed Mom Violy there is a branch inside Gateway 2. Mom Violy remembered she use to eat at Burgoo Restaurant with her friend's long time ago. We had ordered the supreme appetizers. Carmina asked Mom Violy what she ordered but couldn't remember. Mom Violy is at that stage in life when they get older, they forgot easily why Carmina always ask where she is. Mom Violy had ordered Mushroom Carbonara with ham includes with garlic bread. Carmina ordered Shrimps and Ribs Platter. Family ordered the following Grilled Pork Chop with Mashed Potatoes . Cheeseburger with potato wedges Cookie and Cream Elephant Charger NOT SPONSORED. Check out  Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  and click on subscribe button for free. Thank you for your support.

Mom Violy had requested to have breakfast at the Emerald Restaurant  remembering about her past dining with her friends. Mom Violy said their siopao is really good and serve big size as well. Carmina wanted to order the regular size with her wanton noodle soup. Carmina had open it in the middle to share with Mom Violy. Mom Violy ordered broccoli with crabmeat and white rice. Carmina shared her wanton noodle soup with Mom Violy and had some food for takeout. NOT SPONSORED. Check out my channel  Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  and click on the subscribe button for more videos. Thank you for your support.

Tito Boni's birthday was on the month of May, but since we're on vacation in California it was delayed. Tita Edna decided to have the celebration meal at  Zensho  for our lunch. Tito Boni and Tita Edna had arrived at the restaurant to pick our seating arrangement. Carmina had picked up Mom Violy at her home and met them at Zensho. We had arrived at 11:30 AM. Not many customers during the time of arrival later people started coming in even if the forecast was raining. Tito Boni, Tita Edna and Mom Violy had ordered the food that will be cooked in front of us. Sashimi Salmon and Tuna California Maki Baked Oyster with Cheese Ebi Tempura Steak Shrimp Fried Rice Salmon Head Scallop Buffet meals include with a dessert and free drinks choice are iced tea, lemonade and buko pandan juice for a price of 1,450.00 pesos ($24.44) not including tax and tip. Those who have a birthday celebrate they give you a free cake. Carmina took all the videos and our picture taking during our lunch at Ze...

Uncle Ando is the brother of Mom Violy who is visiting the Philippines. Carmina asked Uncle Ando what he would like to eat for dinner. Uncle Ando said from his past memories working in the bank long time ago had remember having a meal at  Ma Mon Luk . We had walked in upon entering there wasn't that many ceiling fans that was working. Someone visiting the Philippines is not use to a restaurant with no air conditioner.  During that day Carmina wasn't feeling well but made sure she had the chance to pick up her Uncle Ando since he had taken care of us in our California vacation. Mom Violy had ordered four bowls of beef mami soup and four bola bola siopao since asado siopoa was out of stock. Verdict the way Uncle Ando remembered the taste of the food from Ma Mon Luk wasn't even close to the taste. Uncle Ando felt since we ate late at night the broth was just added with water and even if he had added seasoning on the table the taste was bland. The restroom was very dirty and so...

  Carmina was hanging out with her best friend doing some errands for the day. Lunch time came was in the area of Walnut Creek unexpected decided to have a meal at  Pacific Catch . Carmina had ordered the taco platter comes with choice of two or three tacos and decided which kind you would like. Carmina had ordered one crispy shrimp and steak taco with sweet potato fries includes with beans and salsa. Carmina's best friend decided to order the same only difference she had ordered cod fish and steak tacos with chips and salsa. Carmina wasn't able to take a video of the restaurant since this is the best friend not into social media. Sometimes we have our limit when it comes to friendship would prefer being a non-blogger. 😆 We come out finding ways to take a picture of our food since it is not half as bad taking a video going to be the public eye. I wasn't able to finish my tacos since the meal was a large portion those who eat light like me may come to bringing our food home...

Tita Marissa has informed me that we'll be having lunch at  El Polo Loco  restaurant that is close by the venue we'll be sleeping overnight. Mom Violy and Carmina said yes, we can eat there since we haven't tried it during our vacation. Even though we have El Polo Loco in the Philippines there are different items that they don't serve there. Tita Marissa had placed our meal requested for leg and thigh part the sides were the Spanish rice, coleslaw, mac n cheese, beans, tortilla and salsa. Tita Marissa had informed us that the churros is really delicious when hot. It is true really soft and easy to bite in. NOT SPONSORED. If you would like to see our video can be found at  Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  and remember to click subscribe for more videos. Thank you for your support.

Before heading home from Graton Hotel and Casino we had lunch with the family at  The Cheesecake Factory  in Pleasanton.  The server handed us sour dough and wheat bread with butter. Having relatives who are regulars at The Cheesecake Factory they have ordered fried Calamaris and stuffed mushrooms. Each family had placed their own individual meals which had suit their taste buds. Chicken Taquitos Hamburger Shrimp Scampi Grilled Salmon Pasta da Vinci Chicken Maderi Family had a wonderful time bonding with each other. Thank you, Uncle Teddy and Auntie Bessie for the lunch and takeout assorted cheesecake. NOT SPONSORED. Those who would like to watch the video can find it at  Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  remember to click subscribe for more videos. Thank you for your support.