Kiss Café with Charmaine Phua

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events and activities that you could check out, like: the best car deals at the biggest car show in Singapore: The Car Expo ,  the 10th anniversary celebrations for The Coconut Club with a party on Sunday plus upcoming 4-hands collaborations with other local chefs, and celebrating the best of Teochew food, heritage and culture at the Teoche...

Which does Singapore like better: Sweet & Sour Pork or Coffee Pork Ribs? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for Zichar-style pork dishes in Singapore! Midday Munchies is a weekly food segment (every Wednesday) on Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua. Tune in to the show live on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recomme...

For Tasty Tuesday this week, we talk about the October specials at The Feather Blade , from the Rump Steak to the amazing Salmon Burger , plus, their new lunch don and their $14 cocktail nightcaps that kicks off at 8.30pm, 7 days a week.  Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media!...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares fun facts about Burdock Root, plus, an inspirational quote about leadership from actor & director Jon Favreau who celebrates his 60th birthday today. Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on  Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food re...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events and activities that you could check out, like: the Japan Rail Fair 2026 to discover some delicious Japanese produce and places to visit next, the FYPIRL Fair for all the best viral beauty and wellness products and incredible deals in one space,  the FOMO Weekend Market to check out a ton of creative independent vendors, and the Plugg...

Today on Travel Thursday, we talk about applying for a " Nose Job ", or the role of a scent reviewer for the latest tourism campaign by the official tourist office of Turku Archipelago in Finland.  Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recom...

Which does Singapore feel is more essential to Claypot Rice: Salted Fish or Chinese Sausage? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for Claypot Rice in Singapore! Midday Munchies is a weekly food segment (every Wednesday) on Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua. Tune in to the show live on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food rec...

For Tasty Tuesday this week, we talk about the newly opened IM QALB by Pun Im at Tampines Mall, where Chef Vincent Pang serves up a mix of Southern & Isan Thai flavours, with no pork, no lard and no alcohol.  Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares fun facts about Pine Nuts, plus, an inspirational quote from Luciano Pavarotti who was born on this day in 1935. Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on  Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @cha...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events and activities that you could check out, like: the parties, champagne brunch, and more for  Pace to Race at Mondrian Singapore Duxton, the Japan Film Festival at Shaw Theatres Lido (including a mystery screening), the Japan Fair at Takashimaya's event space, and the post-race Chivas Regal x Highhouse F1 After Party . Find out mo...

Today on Travel Thursday, we talk about the Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival at the Blühendes Barock Gardens  in Germany, and the bizarre Pumpkin Regatta that happens as part of the celebrations.  Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food...

Which does Singapore prefer: Thai Basil Chicken or San Bei "Three Cup" Chicken? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for both dishes in Singapore! Midday Munchies is a weekly food segment (every Wednesday) on Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua. Tune in to the show live on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations a...

This week on Chef Bites, Chef-Patron  Michael Wilson of Marguerite & Hortus  tells us about his culinary journey, the modern-Australian menu and experience you could enjoy at Marguerite, and what it takes to constantly innovate in a Michelin-starred kitchen. Listen to the podcast to find out more! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SP...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares fun facts about Luo Han Guo, a.k.a. Monk Fruit, plus, an inspirational quote from Jesse Eisenberg who celebrates his 43rd birthday today. Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on  Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations an...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events and activities that you could check out, like: Singapore's very first day dedicated to independent bookshops across the island, the street activations, music and fun for Joo Chiat Car-Free Day , live music and performances by emerging artists at Music Matters Live , the last of Mid-Autumn Celebrations at Lights By The Lake over in Jurong...

Today on Travel Thursday, we talk about an epic week-long luxury train journey that takes you to the best Spanish cities from Andalusia to Madrid and more.  Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @charma...

Which does Singapore prefer with their Lor Mee: Ngoh Hiang or Fried Fish? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for Lor Mee in Singapore! Midday Munchies is a weekly food segment (every Wednesday) on Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua. Tune in to the show live on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛...

For Tasty Tuesday this week, we talk about the newly introduced Peranakan High Tea Set for 2 at Chilli Padi Nonya Restaurant & Chilli Padi Tok Panjang . With a generous mix of 14 savoury and sweet bites, there's so much to look forward to.  Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH M...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares fun facts about Rockmelon (a.k.a. Cantaloupe), plus, an inspirational quote from Hilary Duff, who turns 39 today. Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on  Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @ch...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events and activities that you could check out, like: the Mondrian Live 24-hour music event at Mondrian Singapore Duxton this weekend, handmade ceramics by local potters and more at Made Here Craft Market by The Potters' Guilt, artworks by artists with disabilities at Shaping Hearts (you could even purchase them!), experiencing the best of the M...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares fun facts about the Asam leaf, a.k.a. Daun Asam, plus, an inspirational quote from Stephen King, King of Horror, for his 79th birthday today. Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on  Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendation...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events and activities that you could check out, like: the launch of Cointreau Spicy in Singapore (only for those 18 and above) , free entry to the Dempsey Block Party at Dempsey Carpark B, shopping for indie brands at Shanghai-born creative collective, Common Rare , and saying "Prost!" at the ERDINGER Oktoberfest @ Lau Pa Sat across 2 weekends....

Today on Travel Thursday, a unique Airbnb stay that comes with the opportunity to be the shopkeeper of a second-hand bookstore . Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @charmainephua ☛ Facebook: @charmphua ☛...

Which does Singapore prefer: Sambal Sotong or Sotong Hitam? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for anything squid in Singapore! Midday Munchies is a weekly food segment (every Wednesday) on Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua. Tune in to the show live on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instag...

For Tasty Tuesday this week, we talk about all things sweet, introducing the highlights of dessert atelier LOULOUCA by Chef-Owner Louisa Lim, Asia's Best Pastry Chef 2023 & former pastry chef of 3-starred Odette. Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media...