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Enjoying The Inasal Festival Of Talisay City

10/17/2017

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​The lechon of Cebu is considered as the best pig in the world. But, there are many places claiming to offer the best Cebu lechon. One of these places is Talisay City, which is considered by many as the best lechon in the island. In fact, Talisay City has been celebrating the Inasal Festival as part of its marketing efforts for the lechon-making industry of the city.
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Inasal Festival of Talisay City – image source: cebudailynews.inquirer.net
Talisay City

Aside from the lechon, Talisay City is also known for being the landing site of the Americans near the end of World War 2. But, long before the Americans defeated the Japanese, the city was once a part of the estate of the Augustinians during the Spanish period. It became a municipality in 1849 and was the center of guerilla operations in Cebu during the Second World War. 
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Inasal Festival of Talisay City – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
Inasal of Talisay City

The lechon making industry of Talisay City goes back six decades. It is considered as the lechon capital of Cebu, but Carcar City may have something to say about this. Despite this, the lechon or inasal of Talisay City is considered among the best in Cebu, if not, the whole country. It is characterized by a rather crunchy skin and sumptuous meat. The mouthwatering flavor of the lechon of Talisay City comes from the herbs and spices lechon makers stuff on the pig before it is cooked. 
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Inasal Festival of Talisay City – image source: tourism.gov.ph
Inasal Festival of Talisay City

The Inasal Festival was established as part of the efforts of the first mayor of the city, Eddie Gullas, to promote the city. While the festival was conceptualized when the city was established in 2001, the first Inasal Festival was only celebrated four years after. While the Talisay lechon is highlighted during the festival, it is also celebrated in honor of the patron saint of the city, Sta. Teresa de Avila. The festival is one way to uplift the lechon-making industry of the city. It is also a starting point in uncovering the cultural identity of the city.
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Inasal Festival of Talisay City – image source: cebudailynews.inquirer.net
​The Inasal Festival of Talisay City will see a parade of lechon dressed in costumes. Another highlight in the festival is the street dancing competition where contingents vie for top honors. In addition, trade fairs and variety shows are also held in the days leading to the festival day itself, October 15.
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Inasal Festival of Talisay City – image source: cebudailynews.inquirer.net
​The Inasal Festival of Taisay City is numerous festivals Cebuanos celebrate each year. Even as it is focused on an industry with a six decade industry, it is also held in honor of the patron saint of the city. 
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Inasal Festival of Talisay City – image source: tenminutes.ph
​Have you experienced the Inasal Festival of Talisay City already? Tell us about it on the comments section below.
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