Tucked in the highlands of Balamban, Cebu, where clouds kiss treetops and the air is cooler than the city bustle below, lies a hidden haven that feels like a love letter written in petals and breeze—Kekehyu Gardens & Restaurant.
Here, time softens. The noise fades. And everything blooms.
🌄 A Garden Embraced by the Mountains
Kekehyu isn’t just a garden—it’s a gentle sanctuary. Perched at the edge of a mountain road, it opens up to panoramic views of Cebu’s lush highlands, where layers of rolling greenery stretch into the distance, like nature herself is exhaling.
The garden itself is alive with color—vibrant flowers in full bloom, heart-shaped hedges, and soft lights tucked between the foliage. At sunset, golden light pours over the hills and reflects on the petals, making the whole place feel like it was painted by peace itself.
You don’t walk through Kekehyu—you wander.
🍲 Comfort on a Plate: Filipino Cuisine with Heart
As you make your way up to the cozy café at the top of the hill, the scent of warm Filipino comfort food begins to fill the air.
Inside, it’s a blend of rustic and refined. Wood, stone, warmth. You sit by the balcony, a steaming plate of native fried chicken or sizzling pochero in front of you, the mountains behind you, and silence—sweet, clean silence—all around.
The food doesn’t try too hard. It doesn’t need to. It tastes like home on a good day.
🌿 Moments Made for Memory
This is a place for quiet conversations. For hand-holding. For letting your soul breathe. Whether you come alone, with your person, or with family, there’s a space here that feels like it was saved just for you.
At night, the gardens light up in soft glows, casting a dreamlike spell. The air cools. The wind plays with your hair. It’s easy to fall in love—with someone, or simply, with life again.
📍 Plan Your Escape
- Location: Transcentral Highway corner Magsaysay Road, Balamban, Cebu
- Entrance Fee: ₱100 (consumable)
- Operating Hours: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM daily
🕊️ A View To Live For
Kekehyu Gardens & Restaurant is not just another stop along the Transcentral Highway. It’s a space between the rush—a quiet pause. A garden made for hearts that need rest, and bellies that crave something familiar.
Come once, and you’ll want to come again. Not just for the food. Not just for the view.
But for the way this place makes you feel.
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