The Hunt for Cebu's Best Lechon 🇵🇭

[@jrootthesprite6401]

thank you david for being so friendly even to the dog…i really appriciate you sharing some for the dog….thank you🙏❤️

[@teamfilger7190]

Wow I’m amazed how fast you upload, as a KZbinr myself it’s not so easy editing while traveling.😊 I’m glad you like the lechon! I think I have never tried the ones from Cebu.😢 I’m guessing your next spot will be the the beautiful island.? 😊

[@davidkhai]

Thanks! Definitely hard work, I try to do all the work in bulk to save a bit of time! Definitely will visit some islands for sure :)

[@lionhearted1969]

Good to know that the waitstaff at Rico's taught you how to make dipping sauce for lechon which is the most common Cebuano dipping sauce for their grilled and fried meat and fish. The simple concoction of vinegar and soy sauce with a hot chili pepper and Philippine lime (locally called in Cebuano as limonsito) is a signature Cebuano dipping sauce.

[@MALAYAPH24]

Fantastic cebu

[@AlvinAlmuete]

Wow, lechon! Most filipinos consider it as luxuriours food being served during fiestas, holidays and other special occasions! You will feel very festive whenever there is a lechon on the table. Yum!

[@mharcus722]

ey david! been binge watching your vlogs from thailand and here in ph. wow! so great and addicting. please stay making it as true and as simple as they are now - thats making them attractive. 👍👍👍

[@davidkhai]

Haha enjoy and thanks :)

[@mharcus722]

@@davidkhai thank you for your efforts to give back to the community by giving foods to the hungry and homeless...those acts, no matter how simple, are greatly appreciated. that will mark the kind of bvligs you are making bro. salamat!👍🙏🏼

[@stephenatherton1623]

I have been to Cebu City a number of times . Never been two these establishments , and as yet never experienced good Lechon .I keep on hearing how wonderful it is , so I will go to House of Lechon next time . The Lechon at Ricos fails due to lank ( not crispy ) skin . That’s the first thing you expect . Actually the best Lechon I have tasted in Philippines wasn’t even in the Island of Cebu . It was in CDO Mindanao 😅

[@celinevinas3903]

Hi David Khai enjoy traveling from Luzon ,Visayas and also Mindanao... Stay safe and have fun☺️☺️☺️👍👍👍

[@davidkhai]

Thanks Celine :)

[@mombelle]

Mouth watering lechon from Cebu… can’t wait for my trip to Philippines😋😋😋

[@davidkhai]

Enjoy!

[@lionhearted1969]

I agree. House of Lechon is better than Rico's simply because the former uses authentic Carcar-style lechon which is the perfect example of how Cebu lechon should taste like. I once tried dining at Rico's during the early evening for dinner and was very disappointed because the skin was no longer crunchy although the taste was still good. But with Carcar lechon, every time we had our occasional beach getaway to southern Cebu, we always dropped by Carcar City to buy lechon in midmorning (9AM) for our lunch. Every time we had left overs, the skin stayed crunchy all through the evening. That's almost 12 hours since we purchased the lechon from the vendor.

[@davidkhai]

I'll have to visit Carcar one day that is for sure!

[@stellaolivesucalit4948]

@@davidkhai Agree, House of Lechon is much better than Rico's as the lechon comes from Carcar! Very tasty and crunchy skin. Good thing you went early as their supply runs out easily. Enjoy the rest of your trip in Cebu and the Philippines. Keep safe😷.....Been watching your videos on Oslob, Sumilon and Tumalog Falls.....New sub here.

[@majjam5285]

I like what you did. when you fed the dog🥰

[@xiaomekdongla]

Lami kaayo😍🤔

[@chitocucio4573]

Who is from Cebu here? David did something hardly seen from other vloggers touring the city which is comparing House from Rico’s. I dunno if it’s the pig’s part served in the latter that makes it look grainy, and chewy. And, the saltiness is also on the downside. But the serving looks bigger and more satisfying. I wonder what are the locals take on this. Good job, David. Very informative, and certainly helpful for people looking forward to visit Cebu sometime in the future.

[@davidkhai]

Thank you!

[@mannycaylo2294]

Thanks for sharing. Keep them comings and goings. ❤❤👍👍

[@ailecsaniram7979]

You're doing great Mr. David. Just keep it up. God bless 🥰

[@davidkhai]

Thank you Ailec :)

[@lourdes86179]

Lechon of Cebu ( visayas )and Mindanao da best lechon. Philippines is friendly to all vloggers.

[@Geisha1968]

After I’ve watched several of your videos since last night, I have finally subscribed. Your Cebu experience did it for me. 😊

[@davidkhai]

Haha thanks for saying hi :)

[@Geisha1968]

@@davidkhai Thanks for taking the time to reply to comments even though you must be very busy 😊

[@joyceleevlog2065]

We going there soon ..ofcourse we want to try lechon😆😆

[@davidkhai]

It's a must! Haha enjoy

[@sciexplained]

Watching your Journey all the way from Sweden ❤️

[@davidkhai]

Amazing! Thanks for saying hi :)

[@mayvun2070]

David spot on mate, best lechon in Cebu.. It’s great that you found the best of best lechon. Good to know.. I can see that you are enjoying in Cebu.. I enjoyed there in holiday with my bestie from here. My perks I guess she had a place there, so convenient.. Indeed, I agree Cebuano Lechon is best I ever tasted. I’m still enjoying your content, thank you From the land of down under ..

[@miggy0076]

The best lechon in cebu is waaay down south. Talisay and even in CarCar is where you will taste the best lechon you have ever tasted.

[@davidkhai]

I’ll definitely have to visit Carcar when I visit Cebu again

[@jil2936]

great. still waiting for your beach videos. learning about cebu as much as you

[@davidkhai]

They are coming :)

[@emjayse3618]

These Lechon suggestions are known for the crispy skin and flavor.... try Alejo's Lechon in Banawa, Ayer's Lechon in Banilad, CNT Lechon in Guadalupe, Ruthies' Lechon in Talisay City and the Lechon in Carcar Market

[@davidkhai]

So many Lechon's to try, thanks!

[@stellaolivesucalit4948]

@@davidkhai I'm amazed that you went straight to Rico's from House of Lechon, considering you had a full meal at the latter😜. We do have different brands of lechon as what EmJaySe commented earlier. I may be biased but Cebu probably makes the best lechon in the Philippines!

[@nhily-89]

Yummm!!!!! Missing fresh cut lechon and Cebu’ 😭🥰

[@davidkhai]

So goooooddddd

[@kradgie]

salivating right now. love cebu lechon

[@davidkhai]

The best!

[@Alouette_EXE]

Nice. BTW, if you're planning to go further to the south, i suggest you check out Simala Shrine. Tho it is not a historical place, it's more of a religious place. It's actually a very big castle/cathedral with a really regal art style and nice view. There are images in google you can see. No popular youtuber actually vlogs about that place. Maybe just yet.

[@davidkhai]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@MALAYAPH24]

Aamzing

[@fave1658]

I’m here again rooting ur next videos

[@davidkhai]

Thank you :)

[@nanayaya2010]

Enjoy your holiday

[@johnmichaelcanares2633]

When you head over to the south, stop over at Carcar City, it's know by locals as the place to be when it comes to lechon. Even House of Lechon says that their lechon comes from Carcar.

[@davidkhai]

One day I'll definitely visit Carcar, thanks!

[@Disenteng.Buring]

You could have gone to carcar market where lots of lechon and lechon-related products are sold. Your vlogging experience there will be fulfilled.

[@davidkhai]

I'll have to add carcar for future travels then :)

[@wilfredomendoza8495]

You do have a japanese looks, a good looking mix japanese guy thats how you really look like. I have been in Japan for seven years and i can say that you do have that looks.

[@floren879]

Nice and sunny in Cebu!… yummy lechon mate

[@Sallivnhoj2721]

You should go to Ce city night market in Colon street to eat exotic foods. There’s tones of kind

[@kalocohan]

I died when you didn't let the guy know you are not Japanese. He is probably watching this too. 😆Thanks for the review. It's my official reference when I visit.

[@davidkhai]

Haha sometimes it's easier to go with the flow 😂

[@zhinshui7821]

Sir you make me hungry 😭😭 I miss lechon... Lami kaayo😋😋😋 Watching from Hongkong but I'm Filipino

[@davidkhai]

I love lechon too haha

[@santosfibonacci9023]

bro you makin us hungry!

[@davidkhai]

Haha eat something!

[@febecruz1703]

Enjoy the lechon 😃👍

[@darrellgonzales2025]

Other wants salty lechon.others dont want, but for me i want crispy skin and not salty..i love dipping lechon in liver sauce.

[@davidkhai]

Crispy skin is a must

[@darrellgonzales2025]

@@davidkhai absolutely

[@danilosantos651]

Try nxtime the crispy pata or lechon paksiw

[@juanignacio5318]

Hi David you can actually ask the owners of lechon restos to give you a tour on the areas where they roast the pig. That way you can have a very good view on how it actually cooks. It'll be a plus too for your blog. More power and god bless😁😁😁

[@davidkhai]

Thanks for the tip!

[@elsietagulao8079]

I love letson ❤️❤️

[@PREPFORIT]

Wow, Yes definitely that first one! "House of Lechon" And I really liked the staff as well. I just checked a few old emails/texts and a friend that was there recently said "Talisay's Alexander's Lechon Baboy" was really Crispy good. Not sure how far away it is but maybe next time 👍

[@davidkhai]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@lourdes86179]

Go early so tgat you can have a crispy skin... ricos lechon jot crispy anymore as you can see it was almost gone.

[@b-lopez394]

Wilson's (cast Away Movie) cousins are hanging all over the wall of House of Lechon restaurant!🙂

[@HenryAmontos]

I miss letchon... I'm little bit drooling and hungry with that letchon sir, a special Filipino dish particullarly in Visayas and Mindanao... lami kaayo 😋

[@davidkhai]

Haha go find some lechon!

[@HenryAmontos]

@@davidkhai but there is no Lechon here in Taiwan, if there is some...it's so expensive 😆

[@davidkhai]

@@HenryAmontos Haha but still other amazing foods I've heard!

[@HenryAmontos]

@@davidkhai yahh theres a lot but I don't know if you like there taste 🤤

[@farrahquinn5823]

Are you going to try canyoneering in Cebu?

[@davidkhai]

Definitely!

[@Blue.Rex.18]

go south bruh in Carcar Cebu best letchon also try pochero ngoyong and grilled pangaa

[@davidkhai]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@user_222]

You look so confident while vlogging the energy is there some vloggers sound like they made you sleep hahaha! 😆🤔

[@davidkhai]

Haha that's good to hear!

[@user_222]

@@davidkhai Are you watching World Nomac? his also a vlogger from the US. I just relate to you because you have one style of vlogging. 😊😆

[@davidkhai]

@@user_222 I have seen some of his work definitely :) Very similiar to his and Harry which I love

[@user_222]

@@davidkhaiNo wonder you sound like them.😆 But anyway, you're unique nothing is the same. Good luck! take care

[@user_222]

@@davidkhai hehehe! that's good it looks similar because of the places but it still it's unique in our way.😊👍

[@neongarden8974]

yummy lechon

[@norcalpinoy9618]

♡♡♡ DAVID ♡♡♡ I like lechon as well.

[@paonueva2936]

You may also dip the lechon in a liver sauce

[@davidkhai]

Liver sauce sounds nice!

[@natsumidesu8019]

He thought you’re a Japanese😅but David I noticed that this is the only time that I saw you finished your rice, no diet on this day huh😊

[@davidkhai]

Haha no diet anymore!

[@natsumidesu8019]

@@davidkhai good so you could enjoy all the types of food👍

[@DondonHernandezLumampao]

Until when you stay here in Philippines?! Wants to collaboration with you, thank you so much!

[@DondonHernandezLumampao]

@David Khai, you can do visit my mom's province in Boac, Marinduque.

[@solkalibri1376]

Let's go to Carcar for more lechon!

[@davidkhai]

One day I will definitely visit Carcar for the lechon :)

[@allengumanid2106]

Pilipino Pilippines 🐖🐖🥓🇵🇭🍛🌯🍢

[@babylily2448]

❤️😍

[@kianakan96826]

We don't use Kuya in Cebu. Besides Kuya is used to address to "elder or older Brother". Brah, No tips?

[@lodemerisback]

Go back to Cebu City Dude. Lets drink tuba!!!!😂😂😉😉😉 By the way Welcome to Cebu. Maayong Pag abot!! 😊😊😊

[@mayquestadio2759]

♥️♥️♥️🙏🇵🇭

[@abbzsabe9509]

1st time i view your vlog, i also thought you're a japanese..you look like one

[@davidkhai]

Haha a lot of people do

[@princeMylow]

Cute

[@apinezstats2237]

7:38 lol he thought you're Japanese.

[@davidkhai]

Haha yep! I've gotten Japanese, Chinese, Korean and Filipino so far 😂

[@celestinovillanueva5687]

You're japanese "daisuki dayo" ha ha ha . . ., kunichiwa, ohayo guzaimazu, i have a friend japanese.

[@davidkhai]

Haha so many people think I'm Japanese haha

[@lourdes86179]

Ricos lechon the skin not crispy anymore bec you are late the whole lechon almost gone. Salty it is the stomach side which we like the most where the spices mix.

[@edwardlawas829]

Lami kayo

[@taraletz9533]

Hi david i wonder if you eat rice everyday in your country🙂🥰.'coz there in Philippines You will eat 3times a day Rice 🤣.for sure you will gain weight there.🥰🇵🇭

[@davidkhai]

I probably eat rice once a day in Australia haha, so 3 times a day is interesting!

[@eduardochavacano]

The meat in the belly is the best. I had really great lechon experience in Dumaguete and Davao and Zamboanga. But i have yet to try Cebu Lechon. Putting Sisig in the menu made the restaurant less credible though. Spicy lechon sounds fake.

[@francischua2565]

RICOS LECHON IS OVERRATED. ITS A 5/10 FOR ME. YOU SHOULD HAVE WENT TO LA LOMA IN QUEZON CITY.. THEIR LECHON IS FAR SUPERIOR, ESPECIALL PINGPING'S

[@davidkhai]

La Loma definitely now on the list for the future :)

[@Sallivnhoj2721]

You’ve been in Moal Boal so you you should have stop by Carcar or talisay so u can really compare more. Manilas lechon or La Loma is like cardboard. Ricos and House of lechon is only the tip of the iceberg. Rico did not give you the crispy skin

[@davidkhai]

I've heard Carcar is a must for lechon! I will visit one day for sure

[@Henyo1070]

FYI lechon Cebu may be famous but it doesn’t mean that it originated there and it’s only where you can have it. To me the Cebu version is a tad too salty and less crispy for my taste. Rico’s lechon is overrated in my book. Lechon can be enjoyed all over the Philippines. You can even find the best lechons in La Loma, Quezon City. Try Elar’s lechon it’s something to die for.

[@davidkhai]

Thanks for the suggestion!