Home of the original Cebu Chicharon and Ampao (pop rice). I know a lot of places here and there…read moreclaim to be the original this and that but for a long time, if you want to get some of that famous Cebu Chicharon, you'd have to get your behind all the way over to Car Car to get your fix. Not that it's a drag to travel there, it's surely give you a chance to see the sights of Cebu, and if you're really feeling adventurous you can stay there overnight and explore! There are old churches to see, rustic places to visit which have been around since the Spanish and American era. I would always bring Car Car Chicharon back to Manila and give it to my friends, at one point, it's the only thing they want back from Cebu and they can really tell the difference. I like to eat it with rice and vinegar, it makes for a great ulam.

The first and last time I visited this city was in 2003. This city has improved so much with the…read morevarieties of activities to do including shopping and eating the best foods, fruits, beverages, etc. The roads are bigger and updated including the shopping centers and malls. I absolutely love this city even though I am not from here. Primarily, the reason for coming here is to visit my father-in-law. It's been a long while since I last saw him. It was a really nice visit because he is getting older and he is a character--full of life and laughter. The best part especially, is that he was very accommodating about our stay. It was very sweet of him to do so. He took us around the city including this very market before the big festival started. Here, you will find everything you need for souvenirs, snacks, all sorts of fruits, anything you need for cooking--the works! Anyway, you "cannot not eat" here! It might take some adjustments if you are known to be high class but for me, I am always down for the best experiences life has to offer. Your feet can get dirty and you might get into some little or lots of puddles along the way going in. I highly recommend being open to checking out an open market such as this where they sell meats, poultry and everything else! I had so much fun here. This city is truly known for the best mangoes in the world. Kid you not. Mangoes from Guimaras are the best! They have this beautiful yellow color and the fragrant is heavenly sweet. You can almost taste it even with its skin on. They are just as good if you prefer to eat them when they are green. So when you want to buy these babies from other places? Ask where it's from. When you hear Guimaras, you must buy! I love this market!

#63 (2017) Lemme…read morejust say this I have been twice and the next time I am in the Philippines I NEED TO GO MORE (instead of coming last minute and rushing through the whole scene. I can't tell you if its better to go at a certain time or not... I will say when there are more people there is more to see, more to do, more to absorb its just crazy cool here! I have come here as one for the tourist attraction because there are truly a thing of beauty! This large central market is pretty much home to anything you can think of. Pasalubongs. Food (Sarap Sarap!). Clothes. Games. People. You name it. If you are in the area they house the largest place to find any sort of souvenirs and they have them for fractions of the price you would pay at SM or SM City! at least 50% off! Thats a huge saver there! you just want to leave a good 2-3 hours maybe even 4 to set out so you aren't rushing through and miss something. You can't leave without buying a barrel man and woman hahahaha. The next thing here is the WET market! ITS REALLY WET!!! It rains all the dang time lol and its almost like an outside swap meet. They have covering over the market but of course something gets through so be sure to wear your anything shoes. The wet market is where vendors gather around to sell all the goods Rice Fish Produce Their rendition of food trucks, the street carts Desserts You name it!!!! Its really an experience you have to check out if you ever come to IloIlo City, Philippines. Just enjoy the people watching will blow your mind. watching all the races and blends of people gather and interact here is amazing. Watching the kids place throughout the market. Some will even try to hustle you, but you can't even be mad at them. #1 Rule! :Negotiate, Negotiate, NEGOTIATE ALL PRICING!!!! Have a take it or leave it type of offer and 9/10 times you will win :)