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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...

Seafood Sensations at the Hottest Restaurant in Town

Everyone who watches treading videos especially when it comes to fill up our stomach.  Mom Violy was watching television calling up Carmina to look up The Orange Bucket. Carmina went to check at TikTok if anyone took videos of the place to see how the food looks. Carmina forwards the video to Mom Violy. Every time I had watched videos The Orange Bucket kept popping in my feeds. Mom Violy said she would like to eat the lobster finding out they serve it there. Carmina planned out her schedule on Wednesday, January 8 to pick up Mom Violy at her home. Upon walking around the area of City Walk 1 located at Eastwood City, Quezon City asking the security guards where it would be located. Mom Violy and Carmina was the first customer arriving at eleven o'clock in the morning. The server had menus at the table and found out there is a 25% promo is until January 10, 2025. After placing our order, the server placed a sheet of paper to cover our table since the food would be served there. No pl...