Before it became one of Singapore’s most beloved plant-based cafés, Lilac Oak began as something smaller, a daughter cooking quietly for her mother. Today, Lilac Oak is known for its soulful food, wholesome community, and a menu that bridges comfort and creativity.

The Breakfast Show invites Chloe Lee, Founder & Culinary Director, Lilac Oak to explore how she turned a personal philosophy into a thriving food space, what it means to build a values-led business, and why intention might just be the most important ingredient of all. 

Before it became one of Singapore&rsquo;s most beloved plant-based caf&eacute;s, Lilac Oak began as something smaller, a daughter cooking quietly for her mother. Today, Lilac Oak is known for its soulful food, wholesome community, and a menu that bridges comfort and creativity.
The Breakfast Show invites Chloe Lee, Founder &amp; Culinary Director, Lilac Oak to explore how she turned a personal philosophy into a thriving food space, what it means to build a values-led business, and why intention might just be the most important ingredient of all.&nbsp;

Get a head start to your work day with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6am to 9am. 

Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Get a head start to your work day with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6am to 9am. 
Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

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MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

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Insightful discussions on the latest market events and the top companies to watch.

Get a head start on your workday with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6 am to 9 am. 

Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Get a head start on your workday with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6 am to 9 am. 
Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek (6am-9am)

Mind Your Business: How Lilac Oak changed plant-based dining

China has set a 4.5 to 5 percent growth target at this year’s National People’s Congress, signaling a more pragmatic approach as the world’s second largest economy grapples with weak demand, property stress and deflationary pressures. At the same time, escalating tensions around Iran are raising questions about energy security, trade routes and the broader balance of power between China and the United States. Alicia García-Herrero, Chief Economist for Asia Pacific at Natixis CIB, shares what the latest policy signals from Beijing mean for growth, markets and China’s role in an increasingly uncertain global economy.

Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

China has set a 4.5 to 5 percent growth target at this year&rsquo;s National People&rsquo;s Congress, signaling a more pragmatic approach as the world&rsquo;s second largest economy grapples with weak demand, property stress and deflationary pressures. At the same time, escalating tensions around Iran are raising questions about energy security, trade routes and the broader balance of power between China and the United States. Alicia Garc&iacute;a-Herrero, Chief Economist for Asia Pacific at Natixis CIB, shares what the latest policy signals from Beijing mean for growth, markets and China&rsquo;s role in an increasingly uncertain global economy.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Bigger Pic: China’s Growth Target Meets Rising Geopolitical Risk

How does a pineapple tart brand stay relevant beyond Chinese New Year?

Adrian and Gordon Ang of Kele join the Breakfast Show to share how they transformed a family confectionery into a recognised Singapore Heritage Brand through rebranding, premium positioning, e-commerce strategy and cross-generational collaborations.

How does a pineapple tart brand stay relevant beyond Chinese New Year?
Adrian and Gordon Ang of Kele join the Breakfast Show to share how they transformed a family confectionery into a recognised Singapore Heritage Brand through rebranding, premium positioning, e-commerce strategy and cross-generational collaborations.

Mind Your Business: Can a 40 year old snack still win over Gen Z?

It's appraisal time. Your performance for the year is about to be scrutinised.

You might be thinking: should I take on more high-visibility tasks to give myself a higher chance of being promoted?

That's the question we explore on today's Breakfast Bites.

Emaad and Ryan share the experts' views on why employees choose this path as well as some drawbacks of doing so, including the risk of a widening gap between perceived and demonstrated performance.

 

Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang

Produced by Emaad Akhtar

Edited by Trisha Yeong

Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

It's appraisal time. Your performance for the year is about to be scrutinised.
You might be thinking: should I take on more high-visibility tasks to give myself a higher chance of being promoted?
That's the question we explore on today's Breakfast Bites.
Emaad and Ryan share the experts' views on why employees choose this path as well as some drawbacks of doing so, including the risk of a widening gap between perceived and demonstrated performance.
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Presented by Emaad Akhtar &amp; Ryan Huang
Produced by Emaad Akhtar
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Music credit: Pixabay &amp; its talented community of contributors

Mind Your Business: How Lilac Oak changed plant-based dining

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