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Kiss Café with Charmaine Phua

Kiss92 FM
Singapore
Lunar New Year
Christmas
World Pea Shooting Championship
Food
Miso
Lao Beijing
Hokkien Prawn Mee
Goodwood Park Hotel
Marina Bay Sands
Australia
Edamame
Chinese New Year
Chicken Chop
Darwin International Laksa Festival
Laksa
Mee Siam
Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
Coffee
Gardens By the Bay

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.

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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 mixolog... more

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,... more

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 th... more

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. more

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Recent Guests

Emmanuel Stroobant
Chef, owner of Saint Pierre and Shoukouwa; founder of Food In Group
Saint Pierre, Shoukouwa, Food In Group
Episode: Chef Bites (Chef Emmanuel Stroobant of Saint Pierre & Shoukouwa)
Shabby Palau
Chef, Sendra Tapas Bar and Grill
Sendra Tapas Bar and Grill
Episode: Midday Munchies (Clams or Cockles)
Carrie Chong
Host of Hot Takes (guest sharing perspective)
Hot Takes
Episode: Midday Munchies (Clams or Cockles)
Damian D'Silva
Chef, runs Gilmore & Damian D'Silva; heritage cuisine advocate
Gilmore & Damian D'Silva
Episode: Tasty Tuesday (Gilmore & Damian D'Silva: The Caretaker's Room)
Freddie Yeo
Chef, baker and founder of Fred Bread Singapore and The Toast Story
Fred Bread Singapore; The Toast Story
Episode: Chef Bites (Freddie Yeo of Fred Bread & The Toast Story)
Ian Tan
Head Chef
Mag's Wine Kitchen
Episode: Tasty Tuesday (Mag's Wine Kitchen)
Anh Sung-Jae
Three Michelin-star chef, judge on Culinary Class Wars
Mosu, Seoul and Hong Kong
Episode: Chef Bites (Chef Anh Sung-Jae of Mosu & Culinary Class Wars)
Violet Oon
A renowned chef and food ambassador in Singapore, known for promoting Peranakan cuisine and heritage foods.
Violet Oon Singapore
Episode: Chef Bites (Chef Violet Oon of Violet Oon Singapore)
Rajesh Kumar
Executive Chef at Burma Social
Burma Social
Episode: Chef Bites (Chef Rajesh Thakur of Burma Social)

Host

Charmaine Phua
Host of Kiss Café with Charmaine Phua; frequently presents Travel Thursday, Midday Munchies, Tasty Tuesday, and Friday Forecast segments; central figure in community-driven food and travel guidance.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#40
Singapore/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#105
Ukraine/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#163
Philippines/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#175
Israel/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#204
Singapore/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#246
South Korea/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#248
Netherlands/Arts/Food

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Chef Bites (Chef Emmanuel Stroobant of Saint Pierre & Shoukouwa)
Q: What's next on your list of goals for international expansion and education initiatives?
He talks about ongoing international development including a restaurant in Tokyo, plans in Vietnam and Indonesia, and educational initiatives like Mycelium catering and hospital-nutrition projects.
Chef Bites (Chef Emmanuel Stroobant of Saint Pierre & Shoukouwa)
Q: What is the one thing you would tell your younger self when Saint Pierre was just launching?
He would advise patience and emphasis on building a strong team around you, highlighting that success is driven by people rather than individual effort.
Chef Bites (Chef Emmanuel Stroobant of Saint Pierre & Shoukouwa)
Q: Now give us a quick rundown, okay? How and where did you begin your culinary journey?
He discusses starting in Belgium as a young trainee, getting a disciplined Michelin-style foundation, and eventually moving to Asia due to a sense of opportunity and a love for the region, which shaped his later career.
Midday Munchies (Nasi Ambeng - Achar or Serunding)
Q: Achar or Sarunding, which is more crucial to the Nasi Ambeng?
Sarunding is considered more crucial by the audience, reflecting a strong preference in the poll and listener recommendations, with several listeners citing it as key to flavor.
Chef Bites (Chef Vincent Pang of Pun Im & Im Jai)
Q: What is one of the most important lessons you've learned on your way in this private dining and now brick and mortar journey?
Vincent reflects on the need to remain neutral towards feedback, focusing on cooking what pleases him and his team rather than worrying about criticism or praise.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kiss Café

What is Kiss Café about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on food, drink, travel, and local culture, guided by a charismatic host who spotlighted casual dining spots, vibrant hawker culture, and experiential getaways in Southeast Asia, with Singapore serving as a frequent playground. Episode topics span from travel-focused features and resort experiences to community-driven food debates, restaurant spotlights, and interactive audience participation. A notable pattern is the blend of practical tips (where to eat, what to try, event details) with lively storytelling and a strong emphasis on local culture and experiences, often tied to promotions or live events. The format frequently leans into accessible, bite-sized recommendations suitable for listeners planning weekend outings or ... more

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7. Anh Sung-Jae
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