
Kiss Café with Charmaine Phua
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Let Charmaine Phua help you find the joy in life with some Midday Munchies, the best food and drink recommendations, some Food For Thought, travel tips and chef features too! Because nothing brings people together like adventures & good food.
Location:
United States
Description:
Let Charmaine Phua help you find the joy in life with some Midday Munchies, the best food and drink recommendations, some Food For Thought, travel tips and chef features too! Because nothing brings people together like adventures & good food.
Language:
English
Episodes
Midday Munchies (Ayam Buah Keluak or Babi Pongteh)
11/19/2025
Which does Singapore prefer: Ayam Buah Keluak or Babi Pongteh? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for Peranakan food 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: @charmainephua
☛ Facebook: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:09:44
Tasty Tuesday (Province x Martell & FOC Keong Saik)
11/18/2025
For Tasty Tuesday today, Charmaine shares a couple of recommendations for your next feast!
Province Chef Law Jia-JunFlavours of Martell SeriesFOClunch sets 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: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:04:24
Food For Thought (Yuzu & Danny Devito)
11/17/2025
On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares some fun facts about Yuzu, and an inspirational quote from Danny Devito, who celebrates his 81st 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:
☛ Instagram: @charmainephua
☛ Facebook: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:02:30
Friday Forecast (14Nov2025)
11/14/2025
For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events that you could check out, from:
Teddy SwimsLoseControlBad DreamsThe Door Wine Connection Wine Tasting FairPetExpo Fiesta 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.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:04:01
Travel Thursday (Paris, France)
11/13/2025
Today on Travel Thursday, Charmaine recommends some things to do in Paris, including:
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.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:03:48
Midday Munchies (Korean Army Stew or Japanese Shabu Shabu)
11/12/2025
Which does Singapore prefer: Korean Army Stew or Japanese Shabu Shabu? 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 and more:
☛ Instagram: @charmainephua
☛ Facebook: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:09:18
Chef Bites (Chef Rajesh Thakur of Burma Social)
11/11/2025
This week on Chef Bites, the Executive Chef of Burma Social, Rajesh Thakur, shares:
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 recommendations and more:
☛ Instagram: @charmainephua
☛ Facebook: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:11:47
Food For Thought (Sesame & Ellen Pompeo)
11/10/2025
On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares some fun facts about Sesame (as we celebrate Sesame Street Day on 10th November), and an inspirational quote from Ellen Pompeo, better known as Meredith Grey of Grey's Anatomy, who celebrates her 56th 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:
☛ Instagram: @charmainephua
☛ Facebook: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:02:18
Friday Forecast (07Nov2025)
11/7/2025
For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events that you could check out, from:
Afterlight FestivalNational Gallery Singapore's 10th Birthday Bash 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.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:03:26
Travel Thursday (Xi'an, China)
11/6/2025
Today on Travel Thursday, we discover a place in China's Xi'an, where you can have a drink and smash some bowls all in the name of good luck.
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.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:04:00
Midday Munchies (Thai Green Curry or Yellow Curry)
11/5/2025
Which does Singapore prefer: Thai Green Curry or Yellow Curry? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for Thai curries 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: @charmainephua
☛ Facebook: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:09:28
Tasty Tuesday (NAE:UM)
11/4/2025
For Tasty Tuesday today, we share the lowdown on the Signature 8-course tasting menu at Chef Louis Han's one Michelin-starred NAE:UM, which recently underwent a renovation and menu revamp.
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: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:05:35
Travel Thursday (Darwin International Laksa Festival)
10/30/2025
Today on Travel Thursday, we discover a place that celebrates Laksa with a month-long festival... No, not Katong, but Darwin, Australia!
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.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:03:19
Chef Bites (Chef Felix Chong of 1-Group & Il Giardino)
10/28/2025
This week on Chef Bites, Chef Felix Chong, Cuinary Associate Director of 1-Group, tells us about their latest opening, Il Giardino, located in the gorgeous UNESCO heritage site of Singapore Botanic Gardens.
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 recommendations and more:
☛ Instagram: @charmainephua
☛ Facebook: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:13:35
Food For Thought (Parmigiano Reggiano & Roberto Benigni)
10/27/2025
On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares some fun facts about Parmigiano Reggiano on National Parmigiano Reggiano Day, and an inspirational quote from Roberto Benigni, acclaimed Italian actor & director, who celebrates his 73rd 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:
☛ Instagram: @charmainephua
☛ Facebook: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:02:58
Friday Forecast (24Oct2025)
10/24/2025
For Friday Forecast this week, we share a variety of events that you could check out, from:
Kueh Picnic Children’s Carnival Singapore Writers Festival 2025 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.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:04:21
Travel Thursday (Galapagos Islands, Ecuador)
10/23/2025
Today on Travel Thursday, if you've ever dreamt about swimming with turtles, sea lions, harmless reef sharks and more, it's time to add Galapagos Islands in Ecuador to your bucketlist.
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.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:03:02
Midday Munchies (Ang Ku Kueh - Peanut or Mung Bean)
10/22/2025
Which does Singapore prefer for Ang Ku Kueh: Peanut or Mung Bean as a filling? Listen to find out, and get all the best fan recommendations for Ang Ku Kueh 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: @charmainephua
☛ Facebook: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:09:01
Tasty Tuesday (Chef Choi Hyun-Seok x Bulgogi-Syo & Smolder)
10/21/2025
For Tasty Tuesday today, Charmaine shares a couple of recommendations for your next feast!
Culinary Class WarsBulgogi-SyoSmolder 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: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:04:31
Food For Thought (Coriander & John Krasinski)
10/20/2025
On today's Food For Thought, Charmaine shares some fun facts about coriander/cilantro (including why some hate it so much), and an inspirational quote from John Krasinski, who celebrates his 46th 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:
☛ Instagram: @charmainephua
☛ Facebook: @charmphua
☛ Website: www.charmainephua.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Duration:00:02:32