Aside from Magellan's Cross, Cebu is also known for its succulent lechon. Lechon or roast pig is actually one of Cebu's best foodie finds. Cebu lechon is different from the lechons found in other parts of the Philippines. For one, it has lemon grass stuffings which enhance the flavor of the lechon and give it a citrus-y smell. Also, it doesn't come with a thick, liver-based sauce and instead, it is only paired with a soy-vinegar dip.
Aside from Magellan's Cross, Cebu is also known for its succulent lechon. Lechon or roast pig is actually one of Cebu's best foodie finds. Cebu lechon is different from the lechons found in other parts of the Philippines. For one, it has lemon grass stuffings which enhance the flavor of the lechon and give it a citrus-y smell. Also, it doesn't come with a thick, liver-based sauce and instead, it is only paired with a soy-vinegar dip.
While CNT Lechon is a popular name in Metro Manila when it comes to authentic Cebu lechon, there are also other names that offer Cebu lechon that are as authentic and good-tasting as the ones from CNT. Just like Ben's Authentic Cebu Lechon. My friends and I had a late lunch at their stall inside Save More Market-Park Mall on the day we arrived in Cebu.
We ordered half kilo of Ben's lechon (good for 3-5 persons) for P187.50 and two servings of dinuguan or pork blood stew. We also got a basket of puso, the typical Cebuano rice. It is steamed rice wrapped in coconut leaves shaped like a ball.
What can I say? That lunch was one of the best I've ever had. I loved Ben's lechon at the first bite. The pork skin was crispy and the meat was juicy and tasty. The lechon smelled good, too, just how I envisioned it to be. I really ate a lot. I would have wanted to eat more but I soon realized it was too tasty that eating more would mean eating more puso (Cebuano rice). I was trying to cut my rice intake to lose weight so I behaved myself.
What can I say? That lunch was one of the best I've ever had. I loved Ben's lechon at the first bite. The pork skin was crispy and the meat was juicy and tasty. The lechon smelled good, too, just how I envisioned it to be. I really ate a lot. I would have wanted to eat more but I soon realized it was too tasty that eating more would mean eating more puso (Cebuano rice). I was trying to cut my rice intake to lose weight so I behaved myself.
The next time you go to Cebu, try Ben's Authentic Cebu Lechon and get rewarded. It's authentic Cebu lechon at a friendly price. I just love it. :)
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