https://youtu.be/M7rj5Ibp-CI?t=1m40s

This episode of No Reservations put Zubuchon on the map not just in Cebu, but in the entire Philippines as Anthony Bourdain dubbed it “The Best Pig Ever”. Cebu is home to the best lechon (roasted pig) in the Philippines. And competition is tough. I’m just happy that Zubuchon finally put up a branch in my second home, right in Makati. That meant a couple of things:

1. Cebu lechon is just around the corner – I don’t need to fly to Cebu to eat it!
2. My friends and office mates can no longer pressure me into buying lechon for them, since they can now get it themselves!
3. This could be the start of more Cebu food coming into Manila

I paid Zubuchon Makati a visit one rainy Sunday evening and it was exactly how I expected it to be. Perfect! Skin is salty and crispy, the meat – juicy and seasoned beautifully.

There are a lot of other choices on the menu, and these are all the same as the ones they offer in Cebu. I’m so happy I finally have a place to go to when I get homesick. I heard there’s a branch of Tatang’s Lechon also somewhere in Makati – I have yet to try that one out.

For those of you who want to give one of Cebu’s best lechon a try – head on to Zubuchon Makati at 135 Talisay Street (in between Yakal and Malugay) in Makati. They’re open from 11AM to 10PM – there’s a lot of space but they do get full on peak hours. You may call them at 0956-477-1999 for reservations. There is parking so don’t worry about bringing a car!