BEIJING, Sept 17 – Amid the hustle and bustle of Beijing, the aroma of coconut milk, lemongrass and dried shrimp suddenly captures attention.
This marks the presence of “Laksa Queen” – a restaurant run by Malaysian couple Jasmine and Adison, bringing Sarawak laksa from home to the heart of China’s capital.
Every serving is not just a bowl of spiced noodles, but also a story of culture, identity and longing for home.
“This laksa is more than food; it is a bridge of taste between Malaysia and China,” said one of the customers.
The success of “Laksa Queen” in Beijing shows how food can become a medium of soft cultural diplomacy.
In every sip of the laksa broth lies the story of Sarawak, of Malaysia, and of the unmatched uniqueness of the Nusantara.
For Malaysians living in Beijing, this laksa brings back nostalgia – a taste that heals the longing for their homeland.
“Every time I eat it, it feels like being back in my own village. This laksa binds us together as overseas Malaysians,” said a Malaysian student.
The “Laksa Queen” phenomenon has become a symbol of how an individual can elevate traditional culinary heritage onto the international stage. From Beijing, this story spreads as proof that Malaysian cuisine has the potential to captivate the world’s palate.
Laksa Queen in Beijing is not just about food, but about identity. When the Jalur Gemilang is waved in the hands of Malaysians, accompanied by the aroma of Sarawak laksa filling the air of a foreign capital, one truth becomes clear: Malaysia is not merely a name on the map, but a spirit alive in every one of its people, no matter where they are.
In Beijing, a bowl of laksa becomes a bridge of taste – and the Jalur Gemilang becomes a bridge of hearts. – Borneo Post
