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Cambodia & Health: The secret of a balanced, vitamin-packed breakfast, one morning at Khéma

Starting your day with a good breakfast isn’t just a matter of tradition or appetite – it’s the basis for physical well-being, mental clarity and sustained energy.

A balanced, vitamin-rich breakfast provides essential nutrients after the night’s fast, and prepares your metabolism, mood and concentration for the day ahead.

Tone for the day

A nutritious breakfast sets the tone for the day. It fuels the body, stimulates the brain and promotes general well-being. Breakfast restores glucose levels, provides essential nutrients and can contribute to weight management, concentration and mood. A balanced breakfast is not just about filling the stomach but also nourishing the body.

The free-flow formula lets you compose your own menu
The free-flow formula lets you compose your own menu

At Khéma, our breakfast philosophy reflects this understanding with finesse. The Free Flow Breakfast, available daily from 7:00 to 10:00, is more than a generous buffet – it’s an experience in nutrition and pleasure. For just $13.50++, guests enjoy unlimited choices from a well-thought-out menu that blends Western classics with Cambodian traditions, healthy options and fresh, invigorating beverages.

Take, for example, Laurent, a tourist who discovered the morning free-flow formula at Khéma La Poste and was kind enough to share his experience. After enjoying a breakfast of egg-white omelette with avocado and tomato salsa, a bowl of breakfast yoghurt with fresh fruit and muesli, a Kuy Teav Phnom Penh and a glass of fresh orange juice, he confided:

“I felt incredibly well for the rest of the day – light, focused and full of energy. It’s the kind of breakfast that gives you energy without weighing you down. What’s more, this formula is very economical and offers an incredible variety of dishes, both Cambodian and Western.”

Khéma’s menu is more than just a pleasure: it’s a harmonious balance of proteins, complex carbohydrates, healthy fats and vitamins. From creamy, slow-cooked scrambled eggs to homemade natural yoghurt topped with honey and nuts, and fresh seasonal fruit, every bite supports immunity, digestion and energy levels. The variety of fresh juices– from watermelon to pineapple to passion fruit – brings not only vibrant flavor, but also a natural dose of vitamin C and antioxidants.

Kuy Teav Phnom Penh
Kuy Teav Phnom Penh

For those looking for a more local start, dishes like Kuy Teav Phnom Penh (a savory noodle soup with pork and shrimp) or Bai Sach Chrouk (grilled pork with rice) offer food rooted in Cambodian heritage, ideal for a tasty and nourishing breakfast.

“I didn’t know the Kuy Teav Phnom Penh, it’s a delight, very local, fresh and full of exotic flavors”, confided Laurent.

In today’s hurried world, breakfast is often rushed or completely neglected. But Khéma invites you to pause, nourish your body and celebrate your morning with intention. As Laurent’s experience shows, a good breakfast can transform your day, from the first sip of tea to the last bite of fresh fruit.

Khéma's free flow
Khéma’s free flow

Khéma’s suggestion and balanced choice

Protein power: Eggs à la carte, English breakfast and Eggs Florentine

Khéma offers a variety of egg dishes, including Eggs Benedict,Egg White Omelette and Full English Breakfast. These dishes are rich in high-quality protein and come with avocado, fresh sausage, spinach and potato gratin.

These meals provide not only protein and iron, but also key B vitamins, such as B12, essential for energy and brain health.

Vital vitamins: Fresh fruit and juices

Starting the day with fresh, seasonal fruit or a glass of freshly squeezed juice (orange, pineapple, passion fruit, etc.) helps fill you up with vitamin C, antioxidants and hydration. These elements support immune function and help the body absorb iron from other foods.

Dairy products and fibre: yoghurt and muesli

Khéma’s Breakfast and Sweet & Crunchy yogurts contain probiotics for intestinal health, calcium for bones and honey for natural sweetness. Accompanied by muesli or fresh fruit, these dishes offer fiber to regulate digestion and maintain satiety throughout the morning.

Gourmet: Bakery selection

For those craving something comforting yet balanced, Khéma’s bakery options like Buttered French Croissant, Chocolatine and Pearl Sugar Brioche are a delicious way to include carbohydrates. Enjoyed in moderation and accompanied by a protein or fruit, these pastries complete a satisfying breakfast.

Healthy local options

Khéma also respects local traditions with Cambodian breakfasts such as Kuy Teav Phnom Penh, chosen by Laurent, and Bai Sach Chrouk. These dishes include rice, lean meats and light broths – perfect examples of how breakfast can be both culturally rooted and nutritionally rich.

A mindful start to the day

Whether you choose Khéma Free Flow breakfast or à la carte dishes, the restaurant’s offering allows diners to mix and match dishes to suit their personal health needs and tastes.

With options including antioxidant-laden teas (such as Pure Green and Chamomile) and smoothies made with real fruit, Khéma demonstrates that a balanced, vitamin-rich breakfast can be both luxurious and healthy.

A good day starts with a good breakfast – and Khéma’s menu is a masterclass in how to do it right. Combining proteins, vitamins, healthy fats and whole grains, this menu helps you satisfy your nutritional needs while enjoying refined cuisine. Investing time in a complete breakfast is one of the simplest and most effective measures for improving your health, productivity and quality of life.

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