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...
Carmina was trying to figure what she can make out of her leftover romaine lettuce before any spoilage would happen. I remembered I had some ingredients for Japanese sushi the only thing was missing was the rice. I figured I would see Mary Ann and Becky on Wednesday making sure they had something to eat. They are on a healthy diet. I came out by making something out of the ingredients I had in my home. Kani Salad Roll Recipe Ingredients: Rice Paper Romaine Lettuce (wash and separate leaves) Imitation Crab Meat (separate and add mayo) Mayo (any brand) Nori Seasoning Preparing: Add the mixture of imitation crab meat mixed with mayo on top the romaine lettuce. Sprinkle the nori seasoning on top. Follow instructions on the rice paper by boiling water and place inside a plastic container that is flat to fit the rice paper inside using a thong. Dip one rice paper at a time and roll each lettuce wrap like a lumpia making sure you fold both ends. Do the same for each one over again and it will...