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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...

Butter with Garlic Salmon Belly Recipe

Butter with Garlic Salmon Belly Recipe

Ingredient:

  • 1 kilo Fresh Salmon Belly
  • 1 stick of butter (any brand)
  • 1 whole garlic (peel and chopped)

Step 1:

You will wash and clean the shrimps by trimming off the whiskers.

 Step 2:

In a flying pan you will melt the butter, add the garlic and shrimp in low heat.

Step 3:

Once the shrimp turns pink it is already cook.

Ready to eat!

Every house hold always has left over food at their home. We try to find ways to make a different dish from our leftover.

No one wants to eat the same food over again.

 This is what I usually make with my left over shrimp. I would peel the head and skin. I would make it into shrimp taco or shrimp garden salad.

 


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