Comments on: Rico’s Lechon Review: Is It The Best Lechon in Cebu?

By: Authentic Food Quest

Authentic Food Quest — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 23:24:49 +0000

In reply to Evelyne CulturEatz. So glad you enjoyed the article Evelyne. Getting to meet the team behind Rico's truly enhances the experience. If the Philippines is in your future plans, do plan on visiting Cebu for Rico's lechon! Thanks for your comments.

By: Authentic Food Quest

Authentic Food Quest — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 23:22:15 +0000

In reply to Eloise. Thank you Eloise for your comments. We really enjoyed discovering Cebu and in particular Rico's lechon. That's wonderful that you make your own lechon with your family. If you find yourself in Cebu, you will enjoy Rico's lechon. Yes, we have really been impressed by the Filipino generosity. Meeting the locals has been one of the most exciting aspects of our quest in the Philippines. Appreciate your comments Eloise :)

By: Evelyne CulturEatz

Evelyne CulturEatz — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 18:57:53 +0000

Wow what an awesome behind the senes experience! So lucky and delicious. They really know how to prepare prok in the Filippines! And is anything better then melt in your mouth lechon meat! So good. Thank you so much for sharing.

By: Eloise

Eloise — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 04:40:06 +0000

What a great adventure you have in Cebu, I only heard stories that the best place to find the great tasting lechon is in CEBU. I haven’t been to Cebu to try Rico’s Lechon personally, but my family do enjoy eating lechon and we occasionally roast suckling pig ourselves in our backyard on some birthdays and holidays like new year. Roasting suckling pig is a common practice in the Philippines, especially on special occasions like weddings, anniversaries, christening and holidays.

As a Filipino, I’m happy to hear that you mentioned Filipinos are one of the most welcoming and generous people on your ventures. 🙂

By: Authentic Food Quest

Authentic Food Quest — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 02:58:51 +0000

In reply to Amy. So glad you enjoyed the post and delicious pictures of lechon. It was quite an experience visiting Rico's lechon. If you do get a chance to visit Cebu, make Rico's lechon your first stop :) Thanks for stopping by Amy :)

By: Authentic Food Quest

Authentic Food Quest — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 02:57:47 +0000

In reply to Carmen's Luxury Travel. Thanks Carmen, did you like the suckling pig in Spain? The heritage of the lechon in the Philippines comes from Spain. It would be interesting to taste the two side by side and see how each has evolved over the centuries. Cheers!

By: Authentic Food Quest

Authentic Food Quest — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 02:54:45 +0000

In reply to Meg Jerrard. Thanks so Meg. So glad you enjoyed reading the backstory of Rico's lechon. Meeting the people behind the food is where the "magic" begins. Happy to read that you are inspired to go behind the scenes now. We haven't had the Hawaiin version of roasted pig yet, but would love to compare and contrast at some point. Thanks for your comments. Appreciate it!!

By: Authentic Food Quest

Authentic Food Quest — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 02:49:56 +0000

In reply to Alina Popescu. So glad you enjoyed reading and learning more about Rico's lechon. That is so interesting about Romanian's and their love for pork. You would love lechon and the spicy version too. Hope you can get to the Philippines soon!! Cheers Alina.

By: Authentic Food Quest

Authentic Food Quest — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 02:48:03 +0000

In reply to Elissa. That's Elissa, meeting the people behind the food is something we really enjoy. When you understand the people and the process, you find even more appreciation for the food. Wish more people were as open as Rico's lechon. Appreciate your comments :)

By: Authentic Food Quest

Authentic Food Quest — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 02:45:13 +0000

In reply to Travelling Tom. The lechon especially from Cebu and Rico's lechon specifically is quite amazing. The next time you find yourself in Cebu, do give it a shot, you will probably end up with a different opinion of Filipino cuisine. Thanks Tom :)