Cambodian cafe wins Darwin's international laksa festival
Judges unanimously select a Cambodian establishment in a light industrial area as Darwin's best laksa after blind tasting.
At a glance
- Cambodian cafe wins Darwin's laksa festival after unanimous judge decision
- Selection process included secret visits and blind tasting
- Laksa is a popular breakfast, lunch and dinner staple in Darwin
A Cambodian cafe has been crowned the winner of Darwin's international laksa festival following a judging process that included secret visits and a live blind tasting. The judges unanimously selected the establishment, which is located in a light industrial area.
Laksa, a spicy coconut-enriched curry soup with noodles, is a staple in Darwin, where residents consume it throughout the day and frequent established markets and stalls for the dish.
Why it matters
The festival reflects the significance of laksa in Darwin's food culture, with residents regularly purchasing the dish from established markets and vendors.
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