Kiss Café with Charmaine Phua

Which does Singapore prefer: Mee Siam with Gravy, or Dry Mee Siam? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for Mee Siam 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: ☛ Insta...

For Tasty Tuesday today, Charmaine shares more recommendations for mooncakes this Mid-Autumn Festival 2025! From baked and snowskin mooncakes, to sweet or savoury, get the lowdown on mooncake offerings and early bird discounts from: Carlton Hotel Singapore Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro Find out more in this episode of the podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss...

On today's Food For Thought, because it's Star Trek Day, Charmaine shares some fun facts about the (very distantly related) starfruit, and an inspirational quote from Captain Jean-Luc Picard of Star Trek: The Next Generation ! 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...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events that you could check out, from: Saying hi to Tim & Angel at the BYD Showroom this Saturday from the 100 Hour Sales Marathon , Enjoying great discounts on bedding and more at the King Koil Annual Warehouse Sale , and The diecast cars Pop-Up in The Museum at The MINT Museum of Toys . Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily po...

Today on Travel Thursday, we talk about the upcoming Bronte Pistachio Festival in Sicily, Italy, where they spend 2-weekends enjoying all things pistachio, from pistachio pasta, pistachio liqueur, even pistachio pizzas & sausages too. 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! Follo...

Which does Singapore prefer: Bubble Tea with or without milk? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for Bubble Tea 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: ☛ Instagra...

This week on Chef Bites, Chef Simone Fraternali of Solo Ristorante talks about their upcoming menu changes, why he decided to move to Singapore, and which hawker stall he would bring his overseas guests to try.  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! Follow her on social media for food recommendat...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares some fun facts about Lotus Roots, and shares an inspirational quote from Jung Kook of BTS, who celebrates his 28th 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 and more:...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events that you could check out, from the return of The Outdoor Fair this weekend, the 16 Dempsey Bloc Party on Saturday afternoon, and murals by Yip Yew Chong at Postcard Stories , in conjunction with The Fullerton Heritage.  Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to...

Today on Travel Thursday, we talk about the Battle of the Oranges in Ivrea, Italy, when they have an epic annual 3-day festival throwing oranges at each other. 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: @charmain...

Instead of our regular Midday Munchies, we're having Tasty Wednesday today, to share some recommendations for mooncakes this Mid-Autumn Festival 2025! From baked and snowskin mooncakes, to sweet or savoury, get the lowdown on mooncake offerings and early bird discounts from: Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel Goodwood Park Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Singapore Find out more in this episode of the po...

For Tasty Tuesday today, we share the highlights of the new menu at CÉ LA VI after their revamp - from cocktails at the Sky Bar to the scrumptious delights that await at the restaurant, there's so much more than just the pretty views to enjoy from the 57th floor of Marina Bay Sands. Find out more in this episode of the podcast! Kiss Cafe by Charmaine Phua happens on weekdays, 1pm to 4pm on...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares some fun facts and discusses some myths about cucumbers, and shares an inspirational quote from Blake Lively, who celebrates her 37th 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 recomm...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events that you could check out, from the return of the Singapore Night Festival 2025 , the Orchid Extravaganza at Gardens by the Bay , and the Pop-Air: Art Is Inflatable limited time showcase by the Balloon Museum. 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 ,...

Today on Travel Thursday, discover how you could sign up to be a Dolphin Trainer for a day at an island on Honduras. 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: www...

Which does Singapore prefer: Lor Mee or Lor Beehoon? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for this 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, 1pm to 4pm on Kiss92 , a station of SPH Media! Follow her on social media for food recommendations and more: ☛ Instagram: @charma...

This week on Chef Bites, Chef Tryson Quek of Sidedoor talks about his journey as a chef, co-owning the bar with his wife, Bannie Kang , and also his path to Singapore's World Class Bartender of the Year 2025 and beyond.  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! Follow her on social media for food re...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares some fun facts and debunks some myths about carrots, and shares an inspirational quote from Andy Samberg, who celebrates his 47th 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 recommenda...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of food-related events or pop-ups that you could check out, from the first Chefs At The Lawn series at Dempsey, to a Cable Car dining experience curated by home-grown Chef Mathew Leong of Norway's 3-Michelin-starred RE:NAA, and even a Block Party in the Siglap neighbourhood. Find out more in this episode of Kiss Cafe's daily podcast! Kiss Cafe by C...

Today on Travel Thursday, we explore Yunessun Spa Resort in Hakone, Japan, where you can take a dip in hot springs filled with red wine, green tea, coffee or even sake too. 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: ☛ Instagr...

Which does Singapore prefer: Xiao Long Bao or Oriental Wanton in Chili Oil 红油抄手? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for both types of dumplings 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...

For Tasty Tuesday today, we share the highlights of the SG60 Special Menu that Chef Louis Han and his team at GU:UM have introduced to celebrate their love for Singapore in the month of August.  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 mo...

On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares some fun facts about Winter Dates or Winter Jujubes, and an inspirational quote from Viola Davis, who celebrates her 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 recommendations an...

For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of SG60 celebrations that you could be a part of, from tucking into Street Eats Under the Stars at the Singapore Flyer, and collecting cute plushies shaped like our favourite Singapore foods at Mr. Merlion and Friends’ Hawker Fest ,   to enjoying EnlighTEN , a light show at the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Find out more in this episode of...

Today on Travel Thursday, we explore Helsinki's Central Library, Oodi , which Charmaine claims is one of the best libraries in the world after her recent visit. 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: @charmai...