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 Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2026 (that you can use your Culture Pass credits for), exploring Zero-waste mixology with the Second Sun cocktail at St. Regis Bar , and getting into science fiction at NLB's new Sci-Fi Pop-up Library at Parkway Parade. Find out more in this...

Today on Travel Thursday, we learn more about the Nevis Mango Festival in St Kitts & Nevis that happens every year. 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 ☛ Website:...

Which does Singapore prefer: Tteokbokki or Gnocchi? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for these 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 and more: ☛ Instagram: @char...

This week on Chef Bites, Chef Emmanuel Stroobant of  Saint Pierre & Shoukouwa (both restaurants with 2 Michelin stars) shares his journey, how they've managed to stay relevant for 25 years and counting, as well as the importance of work-life balance. Listen to the podcast to find out more! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Foll...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares fun facts about Honeydew Melon (including how to pick a sweet one), and an inspirational quote from Salvador Dali, who was born on this day in 1904. 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 recomme...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events and activities that you could check out, like: Checking out new and pre-owned cars at The Car Expo at Singapore Expo Halls 4 & 5, figuring out where to travel in Malaysia at the  Go Malaysia Fair 2026 , and picking up some plants, fun & joy at the Sunday Social Market x Sing See Soon Farewell ! Find out more in this episode o...

Today on Travel Thursday, we learn more about travelling with Powerbanks - with new rules on the number you can carry when exiting from Changi Airport, and even tighter requirements for certification when travelling through China. 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...

Which does Singapore prefer: Olives or Pickles? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for dishes with these ingredients 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: ☛ Ins...

For Tasty Tuesday today, Charmaine shares a recommendation for the super value lunch deals and new dishes at Acqua E Farina 's outlet on Keong Saik Road.  Find out more in this episode of the 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 ☛ Facebo...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares fun facts about Kiwi, from it's original name and how it came to be "rebranded", and an inspirational quote from Master Yoda on Star Wars Day. 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 recommendatio...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events and activities that you could check out, like: The HOMEGROUND Festival @ ACM Green that's part of the Singapore HeritageFest 2026 , and exploring Singapore's fishes at the fishery port and wet markets with PasarFish ! Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on...

Today on Travel Thursday, we learn more about Europe's new Entry/Exit System a.k.a. EES, and some tips to help you manage some possible issues you may face as a traveller. 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: ☛ Instagra...

Which does Singapore prefer for their Steamed Fish: Cantonese-style (with soy-based sauce) or Thai-style (with chili, lime & garlic)? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for Steamed Fish 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 M...

For Tasty Tuesday today, Charmaine shares a recommendation for a Korean Ginseng Chicken Soup a.k.a. Samgyetang , that costs less than $10 a meal.  Find out more in this episode of the 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: @cha...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares fun facts about tempeh, from its origin to nutritional factors, and an inspirational quote about self-love from Lizzo, who turns 56 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 recomm...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events and activities that you could check out, like: The Minecraft Experience at the Mandai Nature Reserve, Blooming Imagination - Singapore's largest chocolate art installation by legendary chocolatier, Janice Wong, and learning more about Malay heritage at the reopening of the Malay Heritage Centre ! Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe...

Today on Travel Thursday, we head to The Solomon Islands to find out more about their World War II artefacts, the history behind Skull Island, and the affordable seafood!  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: ☛ Ins...

Which does Singapore prefer: Butter Chicken or Tandoori Chicken? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for these 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 and more: ☛ Ins...

For Tasty Tuesday today, Charmaine shares all there is to explore at The Peranakan Club , from their crazy delicious food, to culture and curated items too.  Find out more in this episode of the 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 ☛ Fac...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares fun facts about Cold Brew Coffee, from its origin to nutritional factors, and an inspirational quote from Shemar Moore of Criminal Minds & S.W.A.T. fame, who turns 56 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 h...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events and activities that you could check out, like: The Istana Open House , which happens only a few times a year, Bringing your pet for a free "puppucino" at FICO Masseria in celebration of Pet Day this month, and catching some award-winning films at the European Union Film Festival 2026 ! Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily po...

Today on Travel Thursday, we head to Akasawa Natural Recreational Forest to destress with Shinrin-yoku, or Forest Bathing.  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: Sourdough or Shokupan? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for bread 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: ☛ Instagram: @charmaineph...

For Tasty Tuesday today, Charmaine talks about White Asparagus, and the Frühschoppen "ala carte buffet" at  Paulaner Bräuhaus Singapore . Find out more in this episode of the 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: @ch...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares fun facts about seaweed, from nutrition factors to historical use, and an inspirational quote from Lou "Mambo No. 5" Bega, who turns 51 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 recomme...