Dontmissmyplate
Fusion Dishes, Food Reviews and Travel Eats By Maxine
Welcome to Dontmissmyplate! I'm Maxine, and this is a space for curious home cooks who love bold flavor, global inspiration, and recipes that are actually worth making. From African-inspired dishes and fusion cooking to clean eating, baking, and travel eats, there's always something new to discover. Subscribe to the Plate Report newsletter to get the latest recipes and cooking tips delivered to your inbox.
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The kitchen is both a science lab and an artist's studio. I'm Maxine, and I create easy, bold recipes driven by global flavor, fusion cooking, and a deep love of African cuisine, with clean eating, baking, and travel eats woven in throughout.
Pictured with Chef Ririka Evans and fellow chefs at the home of former Mississippi Governor and U.S. Ambassador Ray Mabus.
The United States is an incredible place for food enthusiasts, home cooks, and chefs, offering unmatched exposure to global cuisines all in one place. Visiting both new and longtime restaurants, combined with the experience of cooking for others, has expanded my knowledge and sharpened my flavor acumen, something you'll find reflected in the recipes I share with you.
Dontmissmyplate is for anyone passionate about food and cooking, exploring the world through travel eats, maintaining a balanced lifestyle, and finding inspiration for what to make next. It's about creating delicious meals at home, supporting local businesses, and embracing the stories, flavors, and cultures behind every dish.
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If you love discovering incredible food, experimenting in the kitchen, and exploring flavors from around the world, you’re in the right place.
On my YouTube channel, I share favorite recipes, standout restaurants, trusted cookbooks, and practical tips to help you cook with confidence. From flavorful dishes to travel eats, grocery hauls, and meal prep inspiration—there’s always something new to try.
Have a suggestion or a flavor you’d love me to explore? I’d love to hear it.