Kiss Café with Charmaine Phua

Which does Singapore prefer: Steak or Yakiniku? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for beef 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, 10am-1pm on Kiss92, a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @charmainephua ☛ Fac...

This week on Chef Bites, Marco Alfero of Alfero Gelato shares more about his new gelato ranges, some unexpected flavours he's created in the past, the differences between gelato and regular ice-cream, and how one can tell the difference between good and bad gelato. Tune in to find out more! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on...

Today, we find out why Apple Cider was, at one point, considered safer to drink than water - plus, in celebration of Mickey Mouse Day and Minnie Mouse's birthday, we share an inspirational quote from Walt Disney. Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for fo...

Missing the pastries by Le Matin Patisserie? Good news, there's another great reason to set your alarms for breakfast on weekend mornings, thanks to SUNRISE, the partnership between AIR CCCC & Le Matin Patisserie. Find out more in this episode of the podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recomm...

The House Bar at Conrad Singapore Orchard has a new bar manager, cocktail and food menu too! Charmaine shares more about the flavours you can explore there, plus, an upcoming bar crossover with Hong Kong style-bar, Cha Chaan Teng. Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on s...

Which does Singapore prefer: Curry Puff or Sardine Puff? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for either dish 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, 10am-1pm on Kiss92, a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @cha...

This week on Chef Bites, Chef Ian Chong of Marymount Bakehouse shares his journey, his bakes and how he incorporates sourdough into other items on his menu, like pastas and pies. Tune in to find out more! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @charmainephua ☛ Facebook:...

Persimmons are in season! Charmaine shares more about this sweet fruit, plus an inspirational quote from Leonardo DiCaprio, who turns 50 today.  Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @charmainephua ☛ Facebook:...

East-siders, congrats! You've got a new neighbourhood tapas bar to check out at Joo Chiat! Carlitos at 350 Joo Chiat Road is a partnership between Chef Carlos Montobbio (Esquina) and Chef Antonio Miscellaneo (La Bottega Enoteca & Casa Vostra), and features tapas dishes from all around Spain. Find out more in this episode of the podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm...

Want to learn about pour-over coffee, maybe begin your coffee journey with a workshop? Charmaine shares how you can sign up for a workshop with Blue Bottle Coffee that's (practically) free! Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and...

This week on Chef Bites, we chat with Chef Jimmy Lim , the first-ever Singaporean chef to earn the coveted 3-Michelin stars with his Singaporean fine-dining restaurant, JL Studio in Taichung. He opens up about his journey, shares his favourite food recommendations, and details on his upcoming 4-hands collaboration at Cassia (Capella Singapore) this weekend. Tune in to find out more! Kiss Cafe by C...

If you're afraid of eating insects, you may want to avoid eating figs - find out why! Plus, we share a quote from Matthew McConaughey who turns 55 today. Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @charmainephua ☛...

Keng Eng Kee Seafood has a really excited collaboration with Shake Shack, and Charmaine gives you the lowdown on what zichar flavours to expect... Plus, one of the most value-for-money weekend & PH high teas with Asian flavours, available at Chili Padi Tok Panjang. Find out more in this episode of the podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of S...

Get some of the best Happy Hour deals for Orchard Road in this episode of the podcast, plus, details on a cocktail passport that grants you 8 cocktails at different hotel bars on Orchard Road, for just $138! Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food re...

This week on Chef Bites, we chat with Chef Ace Tan about his story, how his childhood influenced his first omakase menu at ASU , and what you can expect when dining there. Tune in to find out more! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @charmainephua ☛ Facebook: @charm...

On Wild Foods Day (28th October), we share some fun facts about mushrooms, plus, get some thoughts on success with Bill Gates, who turns 69 today.   Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @charmainephua ☛ Faceb...

Yum Cha celebrates it's 24th Anniversary with dimsum at $2.40, plus, it's the last weekend for your kids to decorate some cupcakes and maybe win $100 worth of dining vouchers in a Halloween costume contest. Find out more in this episode of the podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations a...

Get the round-up of the best cocktail bars representing Singapore on the international level with the results of World's 50 Best Bars 2024, check out who else rounds up the Top 5 on that list, and also, get the details on how you can donate money to the Breast Cancer Foundation while earning free beers at Orh Gao Taproom on 27th October. Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast!...

Which does Singapore prefer for Fish Head Curry: Coconut-based or Assam-based? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for Fish Head Curry 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, 10am-1pm on Kiss92, a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations a...

This week on Chef Bites, we chat with Chef Jasmine Foo of Popo's Kitchen about the dishes she serves up with her home-based business, and some obstacles she's encountered as part of the 2-month pop-up at Chef X! Tune in to find out more! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Inst...

21st October is World Apple Day, so we've got fun facts to share - plus, it's also Kim Kardashian's birthday, so we've got a pro tip from the famous reality star and socialite, just for you.  Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations an...

It's the season for hairy crabs once more, and we're sharing some restaurants with both set menus and a la carte offerings for this seasonal delicacy.  Find out more in this episode of the podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @charmainephua ☛ Facebook: @charm...

With Halloween around the corner, many bars, clubs and restaurants are hustling up their best "scarily" fun plans for the season. Whether you're a cocktail lover, a fan of brunch, lover of haunted houses and crazy parties, or hunting for something fun for the kids, here's plenty of options! Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays,...

Which does Singapore prefer: Fried Fish Noodle Soup or Sliced Fish Noodle Soup? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for Fish Soup 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, 10am-1pm on Kiss92, a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and mo...

This week on Chef Bites, we chat with Chef Javier Low of Iru Den about the obstacles he's faced in his journey, his love for Taiwanese ingredients, and his current favourite Laksa in Singapore. Tune in to find out more! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 10am-1pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @charmainep...