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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...

Carmina's Tip on How to Use Oil Filter Sheet


How do you recycle your cooking oil?

I've seen Mananag V who was our cook had saved empty bottles. She would put all her excess oil in the glass bottles after it has cooled off.

Carmina has discovered Daiso Japan Philippines sell oil sheet filter per pack is 98.00 pesos (1.75).

I figure since I began cooking in our home. I felt there is a possible way to recycle cooking oil we use after you cook a meal.

Everyone wants to find a solution to save money. The money is what we value how we spend it from earning is hard work. 

How many times do you fry food at home?

I do it quite often. 

Here is the instructions on the back of the package. 


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