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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...

Based from Realistic and Drama Series

So often when we are watching Korean drama we tend to pick up words from the television series.  One time my Aunt went to visit us and she had informed me her husband who works in a different country went to visit her during the holiday season.

She was all caught up with her Korean show that she didn't pay any attention to her husband. Her husband was telling her some of his problems at work. Her response was "FIGHTING". In terms from the Korean they use the word fighting in terms to keep going even if you can't handle the pressure. It is like giving yourself a push of support that you can do better to solve your problem.

Her husband responded to his wife what are you telling me to fight with my employee. (lol)

There are a lot of people who watch too many Korean drama never really pay attention to their surroundings. They get all absorbed in their shows that what ever they are watching they no longer pay attention to their environment.

Some times it is not good when you watch so many television you become unaware of your surroundings. You get lost and no connection comes in mind.

My aunt instead of calling her husband's real name. She had slipped and called him Oppa in Korean it means older brother. It is someone who is older than you can be used for your boyfriend, husband or any one who is older than you in not romantic way.

There are some people who takes picture use the heart symbol or peace sign when they are taking pictures with group of friends.

So people follow the trends in what they see when they watch Korean drama. They also copy what clothes they are wearing to be hip in style. There are so many Korean products in the Philippines that are inexpensive in other places due to we are closer to the Asia country. The benefit from shopping in the Philippines we don't have any taxes when you purchase clothing or accessories.

You can buy so much from your money.

Filipinos love their beauty products, but some time you really need to watch out on the fake and the original. Some time you cannot determine which is fake only once you use it and the texture is different.




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