Better Late Than Never - Zubuchon

I know, I know. It's several months delayed. But better late than pregnant, errr... never. :P

Last January, we swung by Cebu on our way back to Singapore. So the husband planned to make sure we can try Zubuchon as we've heard a lot of raves about it. Even Anthony Bourdain said it's the best pig... EVER! 

After waiting for the husband to have his haircut and going around Ayala Mall, we asked around where the nearest Zubuchon branch is. Good thing there's one near, which is in Escario, about 10-15minute cab ride.

We got to the place before the lunch crowd so it was still a bit peaceful. It was the perfect timing, the little girl just went to sleep. So the husband and I were able to enjoy our lunch at Zubuchon. Haha!

I ordered the Kamias shake, it was a nice and refreshing drink. A good pair for the lechon, indeed!

As for the star of the show, I will be honest. It wasn't as spectacular as I thought it would be. Look at the first two photos I took and the other two following photos I borrowed from other blogs.  You would see the difference on the skin. Our order didn't have that much "crackle" that one would hope for, knowing that you got yourself a Zubuchon lechon. I'm not so sure why the skin was not as crispy looking as they claimed it to be. Nevertheless, the husband and I were just happy that we got to eat lechon again before heading back to a lechon-less country. Or should I say, affordable lechon. :P

Our order Photo #1

Our order Photo #2

Comparison photo from http://www.myfreshcrumbs.com

Comparison photo #2 from http://www.blogalag.com

Of course a Filipino meal wouldn't be complete without rice!

There were 3 sauces to choose from - Atsuete oil, Vinegar and Soy Sauce.

A glimpse of the menu which is common nowadays, white (some use colored) chalk on boards. I like it even if you see it in every cafe you go to :P

If we have another chance to swing by Cebu, definitely we will try Zubuchon again. I hope I can get that fantastic crisp I'm looking for!

Facebook: Zubuchon
Email: zubufoods@gmail.com

Photo credits: http://www.myfreshcrumbs.com
                      http://www.blogalag.com

Branches:

ONE MANGO AVENUE BLDG.
Gen. Maxilom Avenue, Cebu City - (032)-2395697

ESCARIO CENTRAL
Escario Street, Cebu City - (032)-2540247

LOBBY of ISLAND STAYS HOTEL
R. de la Cerna St, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu City - (032) - 5050130

PRE-DEPARTURE AREA
Mactan Domestic Airport - (032) - 3402486 local 3304

ZUBUCHON EXPRESS TALAMBAN
Rosedale Bldg. beside University of San Carlos, Talamban -
(032) -2380879

ZUBUCHON EXPRESS ESCARIO
Escario Bldg., Escario Street, Cebu City - (032) -2391225