There are pigs in every corner. Pigs in government, pigs in society, pigs in the internet sites, and pigs in romance. But there's nothing like an all crunchy roasted pig! Forget the cruel world, instead, let's feast our way to salvation.
In Oriental Mindoro, Philippines, "lechon" or
roasted pig are paraded on the streets in honor of Saint John the Baptist. Sincerely dead to roast but alive in revealing fashion, the spectacle of the parade is the different costumes and dress-ups for the scrumptious "lechon". There's trendy, native, outrageous, and eccentric characters, but all the same they're crispy and glam. And I'd say that's dining in style!
You'll not only enjoy the colorful costumes, but also the warm welcome of local folks. Filipinos are religious and fun-loving. And when it comes to feasts and lavish celebrations, they definitely know
how to party!
After a fashion slam of "lechons", the festive atmosphere is relished with a banquet and "pagoda", all to commemorate the religious saint with renewed faith and energy. If you think you had the whole day to tickle your taste buds and soothe your pallette, wait 'til sun down to enjoy the beat of street dancing as well other cultural dramas. Yum, yum, yum to feast! The Lechon Festival is a hit!
That night, I dressed up to the tradition as a vampire. While the townspeople were more than happy to party with fun in the spirit of the season, I was moping and praying in a secluded corner. I was pensive and sincere when a girl tapped my shoulder. Her
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