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...
Every year when I have the chance to visit the Bay Area in California I would go to inexpensive places with my best friend and her family. She would also come up with new places to explore. Either places she wants to visit or places her daughter's have been too for their field trip from their school. Either way it gives us a chance to bond and explore places together. Japanese Garden https://gardensatlakemerritt.org/japanese-garden/ Lake Merrit in Oakland Laney College Flea Market Address: 7th Street Oakland, CA 94607 Open on Sunday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM The entrance fee varies depending on the day you go. Try Chamoyada a Mexican dessert made with a sweet and spicy type of shaved ice, or raspado, prepared with chamoy and mango. Chamoyada I went to Vietnam in San Jose to see what the place looked like. One of my friend had mentioned to me about...