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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...

Filipino Banana Cue Recipe

There are two ways to call Banana Cue or Banana Q either way when you come to the Philippines they will understand you what you are referring too. This is also sold outside when it is merienda time which is known to be a snack or time to have a dessert in between after your lunch or before your dinner.

Banana Cue Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 6 Pieces Saba (banana)
  • 2 Cup - Brown Sugar
  • Cups Cooking Oil
  • Bamboo Stick

Cooking Instructions:

  • In a pan you will add enough cooking oil and heat it up once it starts to boil add brown sugar until it turns brown.
  • Add the banana fry and flip both sides to be cooked once the sugar has stuck on the banana remove the banana.
  • Add three pieces on the banana in a bamboo stick.

My favorite is adding cinnamon powder on my banana cue to add more flavor this is optional or top it with vanilla ice cream and no need to add the bamboo stick.

 

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