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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...

French Beans Fries Recipe

Any type of vegetables can easily be cooked inside the air fryer or grilled to those who don't have one available. All you need to do is make sure you marinate the vegetables ahead of time giving up to thirty minutes let the spices soak on top. I have learned using an air fryer is very easy to use something to enjoy by exploring with food. French Beans Fries Recipe Ingredients: 1 - Pack of French Beans (remove the ends and clean) Olive Oil  Black Pepper Salt Prepare: After washing the French beans remember to strain out the water place it on a plate drizzle some olive oil using your hands to mix it together. Add the black pepper and salt or any other spices you would like to put on the French beans marinated for thirty minutes. Air Fryer: Place French beans inside the air fryer put it on vegetable setting and cook until it is cooking the way you want it. It doesn't take a long time since my French beans were too thin it took only five minutes until it was cooked. Everyone's...

Easy Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

We know comfort food is always something people prefer to eat at home. We can eat a simple meal just having three ingredients in your kitchen. Some people combine grilled cheese sandwich with a bowl of soup on the side. Or we can eat with our favorite chips anything is possible to make a complete meal. Easy Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe Ingredients: Sliced Bread (any brand) Sliced Cheese (any brand) Butter (any brand) Prepare the cheese sandwich before ready to have it cook on the stove top. Cooking: In a nonstick pan put some small amount of butter on low heat place the cheese sandwich on the pan press with a spatula to make the cheese melt in between the sliced bread.  Flip and a small amount of butter on the other side of the bread do the same.  Place on a plate and ready to eat. Those who would like to upgrade their grilled cheese sandwich may want to try this other recipe. Grilled Cheese with Chicken Sandwich Recipe NOT SPONSORED.   Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle You...