After saying he wanted to makan laksa for SG60, Jamus Lim posts his laksa recommendations across Singapore
Remember when Jamus Lim said his SG60 wish was to “makan laksa”? Well, he actually followed through. This article ( After saying he wanted to makan laksa for SG60, Jamus Lim posts his laksa recommendations across Singapore ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .
In August, Assoc Prof Jamus Lim, an MP from Sengkang GRC, posted on social media his wish to enjoy a bowl of laksa for Singapore's 60th birthday (SG60). Some of his colleagues, including Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh, shared lofty ambitions like having no regrets (Pritam) or working towards a brighter future (He Ting Ru). Jamus’s answer, to partake in a laksa, was seen as more realistic, as he later admitted the craving had spurred his wish.
After receiving some playful comments from his party, Jamus admitted his initial response was light-hearted. However, he embarked on a laksa adventure, visiting various eateries across Singapore to taste different versions of the dish and highlight the best he discovered. In his reflections, Jamus acknowledged the Peranakan roots of laksa but emphasized its status as one of Singapore's most celebrated national dishes, alongside chicken rice, chilli crab, nasi lemak, and prata.
He connected his culinary exploration with National Day, encouraging Singaporeans to appreciate their diverse society, unity in the face of differences, and collective efforts to elevate the nation. Jamus shared a list of his top laksa picks:
Depot Road Laksa, praised for its robust lemak taste at Alexandra Village Food Centre.
Sungei Road Laksa, with its unique charcoal-infused flavor at Jin Shui Kopitiam's Block 27 Jalan Berseh.
George’s Katong Laksa, considered the most balanced option at a nearby coffeeshop near Eunos MRT.
King of Laksa, which stood out for being among the healthiest versions, free of added salt, sugar, and MSG at Food Gallery, Sheng Siong supermarket.
Ang Mo Kio Lor Mee Laksa, noted for being rich, creamy, and affordable at Chong Boon Market & Food Centre.
No 25 Minced Meat Noodle, Jamus’s personal favorite for its authentic Peranakan style, located in Block 161 Bukit Merah Central.
Lastly, Jamus recommended a corner bak chor mee stall at #Anchorvale Village, describing it as standard-issue laksa executed flawlessly, available to residents without needing to travel far. Jamus Lim’s post garnered enthusiastic responses from Singaporeans, who shared their own laksa recommendations such as Janggut Laksa at Roxy Square, Laksa at Bibik Violet in the Temasek Shophouse, and Yishun Central’s laksa as their favorites.
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