F1 star Button wants Cebu’s lechon

Guess what’s on top of Jenson Button’s gastronomic list when he arrived in Cebu last night? It’s Cebu’s famous inasal or roasted pig, no less.

 
The Formula One 2009 World Champion tweeted last night that he is contemplating on tasting Cebu’s famous dish with a tinge of reservation of course.

 
The McLaren-Mercedes driver arrived with Japanese model girlfriend Jessica Michibata for the Aug. 5 Cobra Energy Drink Ironman 70.3 Cebu.

 
Button, who does triathlon as part of his cross training, will be competing in the age-group categories in Cebu’s inaugural hosting of the tough sporting spectacle event.

 
Michibata, on the other hand, will be doing a relay alongside Sportswriters Association of Cebu president John Pages and Cebu 5th district Rep. Red Durano.

 
Button tweeted that he decided to have a taste of the crispy lechon because he is not sure if fish and chips are available here. He also said that he expects some tough competition on Sunday’s Half Ironman.

 
Button had also kept busy as he hit the waters with Michibata and friends after having some drinks./CORRESPONDENT MARS G. ALISON