Thank you for visiting my website! I'm Maxine—a food blogger, home cook, travel enthusiast, and all-around lover of food and culture. In other words, I’m passionate about fusion cuisine—a style of cooking that blends ingredients and techniques from different countries, regions, and cultures.
My approach is shaped by both Southern African and American influences, reflecting my life experiences and making my recipes diverse and dynamic. I also love traveling and sharing my food adventures with you, from what I ate to where to eat, while discovering new flavors and techniques along the way.
I hope you find this website helpful and inspiring. Whether you're looking for something familiar or eager to try something new, there's something here for everyone. Enjoy exploring, and happy cooking!
Fusion Dishes by Maxine Chikumbo
The kitchen is both a science lab and an artist's studio, where I work hard to produce easy-to-make, delicious recipes for you, thank you for checking this site out, hope you come back!
Photo of the Year!
Pictured with Chef Ririka Evans (first left) and a stellar team of chefs at the home of former Mississippi Governor, US Secretary of the Navy, and Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ray Mabus (center), and his wife.
The United States is one of the best places for food enthusiasts, home cooks, and chefs because you are exposed to many cuisines of the highest quality. I regularly visit new and old restaurants, which has expanded my knowledge and passion reflected in many recipes.
Dontmissmplate is a one-stop-shop for those who are passionate about food as well as maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It's about making some tasty plates in your home while supporting local businesses. It's about embracing and learning about cultures different through your food.