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!
I recommend getting to Magnolia early as it gets crowded quickly. It is mostly a dessert bar and a cafe, but also sells Asian food items in a corner that has seating. Definitely get the purple potato latte for a hot drink! For dessert get one of the honey toasts. I tried the matcha and was glad for it. It is such a multi-faceted dessert with many textures, tastes, and levels.
