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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...

Crab Cove in Alameda, California


Carmina was able to recap and see her best friend from high school after having long talk about what has happened to our life during the pandemic.

We began looking around inside Crab Cove Visitor Center.

For those who have children of their own can visit inside and learn new things about the animals that is surrounded inside Crab Cove.




Anyone who love to have a picnic, ride their bikes, go walking around the San Francico Bay may do so by taking a view of nature.



Just in case you loved to ride and paddle a boat you can do it on the lake among people who can seat down and relax.

To find the location of Crab Cove and see what is there during your visit.

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