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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...

Ottogi Honey Ginger Tea

When everyone is getting sick at your home this is my favorite ginger tea I like to drink when you feel like you will start getting a cold or you feel your throat is about to get dry due to the change of the weather.

I love ginger tea and there maybe some people who don't like ginger at all, but I find drinking ginger tea before bed time is healthy because it has been proven to me when I plan to get a medical checkup drinking ginger tea once a day can reduce cholesterol levels, keep blockage of blood vessels and improves weight loss.

It has worked for me to drink ginger tea and I have known other people who drink turmeric which I can't seem to drink because it is too strong for me.

Anyway, ginger and turmeric are from the same family and does the same thing in your body it has anti-inflammatory.


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