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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...

Starbread Bakery in California

Sometimes people who use to live in the Philippines start missing homemade Spanish bread that they are use to eating back home, but have no time to visit now you can buy your bread at Starbread to satisfy your cravings.

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When I had last visited the States my sister had bought her Spanish bread from there and I had informed my other Filipino friends who never knew about it that it had existed and I realized who knows someone else who read my blog may have no clue as well might as well share something who may also crave for the same bread just like any Filipino bakery from your hometown.











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