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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...

Lazy Me


I am a bit jetlag with a three hour time difference. I got use to eating salad every day from my every morning breakfast buffet.

As I went to the grocery store I was able to find so many varieties of salad packs that have been pre-made. I felt since I am the only one going to be eating salad at home and everyone at the house calls it ewe.

I bought my own to last me awhile to eat before it expires.





Outcome it all taste great and this way when I feel like eating healthy I can just buy salad with all different kind of ingredients.

Of, course I had added other ingredients that wasn't in my salad container with some ripe avocado and artichoke hearts this way I can play with my salad combo and make it taste a little more than by adding other ingredients you have in your home.

The price per salad pack is PHP 185.00 ($3.70)

I bought the salad at Merkado Super Market.





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