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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...

Clam Soup Recipe

This is another recipe of Manang V this time it is clam soup sometimes we eat this in our meal and soup is always best to eat on a raining season in the Philippines in the month of August is the month when we experience a storm in all areas. It is not the best month to visit us.

Clam Soup Recipe
Ingredients:
  • 1 - Kilo Fresh Clams (clean)
  • 1 - Thumb Ginger (2 inch)
  • 1/2 Cup - Dahon of sili (chili leaves)
  • 1 - Onion (chopped)
  • 4 - Cups Water
  • Patis to taste
Cooking Instructions:
  1. In a pot pour small amount of cooking oil once hot add onion and ginger sauté add water, clams, dahon of sili and patis you will know when clam soup is cooked when the clams begin to open up this is when it is ready to serve in a serving bowl.
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