Guidebook for Cebu City
Food Scene
Lechón is the Spanish word for suckling pig and in the Philippines, it connotes a whole roasted pig or “ litsong baboy,” in the local language. The process of cooking the lechón involves the whole pig or piglet that has been impaled in a bamboo branch and being slowly roasted over charcoal. The roasted pig is often cooked during national festivities or fiestas, the holiday season, birthdays, weddings, baptisms, family reunions, and other special occasions. The popularity of Lechon Cebu has made it one of the best tasting versions of lechon in the Philippines. The uniqueness of the lechon from Cebu comes from the stuffing for the lechon and the sauce dip used for it.
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Rico's Lechon Restaurant
F. Cabahug StreetLechón is the Spanish word for suckling pig and in the Philippines, it connotes a whole roasted pig or “ litsong baboy,” in the local language. The process of cooking the lechón involves the whole pig or piglet that has been impaled in a bamboo branch and being slowly roasted over charcoal. The roasted pig is often cooked during national festivities or fiestas, the holiday season, birthdays, weddings, baptisms, family reunions, and other special occasions. The popularity of Lechon Cebu has made it one of the best tasting versions of lechon in the Philippines. The uniqueness of the lechon from Cebu comes from the stuffing for the lechon and the sauce dip used for it.
Here's another lovely "Instragramable" café in Cebu. A few meters away from JY Square, escape the noise and the traffic jam in the cosy Café Caw. From 11 AM onwards, dive into their impressive menu: 10 different kind of coffees, 7 set of breakfasts, and so many desserts, from cookies, cupcakes, pancakes, brownies to apple crumbles!
Not a sweet tooth? Well, not a problem since they also serve pasta and grabs like mozzarella sticks and onion blossoms.
The little café has 2 stories, and we loved the pastel colors of the first floor. Cafe Caw is undoubtedly a great place to chill out with friends or just enjoy a good book in silence.
FLC Center
Here's another lovely "Instragramable" café in Cebu. A few meters away from JY Square, escape the noise and the traffic jam in the cosy Café Caw. From 11 AM onwards, dive into their impressive menu: 10 different kind of coffees, 7 set of breakfasts, and so many desserts, from cookies, cupcakes, pancakes, brownies to apple crumbles!
Not a sweet tooth? Well, not a problem since they also serve pasta and grabs like mozzarella sticks and onion blossoms.
The little café has 2 stories, and we loved the pastel colors of the first floor. Cafe Caw is undoubtedly a great place to chill out with friends or just enjoy a good book in silence.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Distillery is a haven for liquor connoisseurs. Offering an extensive growing collection of whiskies, international beers and other premium spirits, it was conceived as a hole-in-the-wall destination, a unique place with great liquor complimented with a refined but upbeat ambience. Travel the world in one night as guests get a chance to taste different brews and spirits from all over the world.
18 locals recommend
The Distillery Cebu
Gov. M. Cuenco AvenueThe Distillery is a haven for liquor connoisseurs. Offering an extensive growing collection of whiskies, international beers and other premium spirits, it was conceived as a hole-in-the-wall destination, a unique place with great liquor complimented with a refined but upbeat ambience. Travel the world in one night as guests get a chance to taste different brews and spirits from all over the world.
Sightseeing
It is about 30-40 minutes from the center of Cebu. You can see the wonderful view and the spectacular city lights of Cebu and Mactan. Tops is about 2000 above sea level and it has about 1 hectare in area. The main ground is decorated by concretes in hexagon form and withered Bermuda grasses. The covered resting and eating area is wonderfully made by big concrete stones and designed in curves and circles. The tables and sitting area which can be used by anyone are made of concrete too.
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Tops Lookout
Cebu Tops RoadIt is about 30-40 minutes from the center of Cebu. You can see the wonderful view and the spectacular city lights of Cebu and Mactan. Tops is about 2000 above sea level and it has about 1 hectare in area. The main ground is decorated by concretes in hexagon form and withered Bermuda grasses. The covered resting and eating area is wonderfully made by big concrete stones and designed in curves and circles. The tables and sitting area which can be used by anyone are made of concrete too.
Shopping
If you’re planning to stay longer in Cebu and if you love malling, you can spend some time to shop, dine and watch movies (experience IMAX) in SM City Cebu. It is the fourth largest shopping malls in the Philippines, next to SM Megamall, SM City North EDSA and SM Mall of Asia.
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SM City Cebu
Juan Luna Avenue ExtensionIf you’re planning to stay longer in Cebu and if you love malling, you can spend some time to shop, dine and watch movies (experience IMAX) in SM City Cebu. It is the fourth largest shopping malls in the Philippines, next to SM Megamall, SM City North EDSA and SM Mall of Asia.
Shop, dine and unwind to your heart's content. Find all your favorite brands in the Ayala Mall. Ayala Center Cebu is the second largest shopping mall at the Cebu Business Park in Cebu City, Philippines. It is the first Ayala Shopping Center located outside Metro Manila
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Ayala Center Cebu
Shop, dine and unwind to your heart's content. Find all your favorite brands in the Ayala Mall. Ayala Center Cebu is the second largest shopping mall at the Cebu Business Park in Cebu City, Philippines. It is the first Ayala Shopping Center located outside Metro Manila
Essentials
There is a nearby Convenience store located blocks away from Bamboo Bay Community. (5 minute walk) There is also a laundry shop nearby the Condominium (3 minute walk)
The Ridges
F. Cabahug StreetThere is a nearby Convenience store located blocks away from Bamboo Bay Community. (5 minute walk) There is also a laundry shop nearby the Condominium (3 minute walk)
Entertainment & Activities
Kartzone Cebu is one of the places to visit for anyone who feels the need for speed. Where kids as young as 4 years old can test their driving skills on this challenging race track.
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Cebu Kartzone
F. Cabahug StreetKartzone Cebu is one of the places to visit for anyone who feels the need for speed. Where kids as young as 4 years old can test their driving skills on this challenging race track.
Most establishments are open till late. It is filled with Restaurants, Bars & Coffee shops. You can listen to a live band and enjoy the totally cool interiors.
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It Park station
Most establishments are open till late. It is filled with Restaurants, Bars & Coffee shops. You can listen to a live band and enjoy the totally cool interiors.
Getting Around
You can rent a car nearby Bamboo Bay Condominium (7 mins away) Uber is also available in Cebu. Just download the Uber application and you can start using Uber for easy and convenient transport around the City. Taxi/Cab is also available. You can just ask assistance from the concierge/front desk.
Guani Rent A Car
You can rent a car nearby Bamboo Bay Condominium (7 mins away) Uber is also available in Cebu. Just download the Uber application and you can start using Uber for easy and convenient transport around the City. Taxi/Cab is also available. You can just ask assistance from the concierge/front desk.