Hello! Welcome to dontmissmyplate.

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!

Alta Strata - Mount Vernon, DC

Alta Strata - Mount Vernon, DC

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You have to get pizza when you go to Alta. Instead of going for the usual tomato base, switch it up and get the white pizza. I got the Bianca and add some Burrata. Simple but perfect thanks to the thin crust, crunch factor, mix of cheeses, and the hint of heat. Of the anti-pasta/appetizer options, the octopus is amazing. It has a charred taste balanced out by the subtle sweetness of the white beans, with a kick from the pickled Fresno. Before all that get a drink. I suggest looking at the fancier cocktails off the happy hour menu. I tried the Five finger death punch - use your imagination. For dessert lovers the Tiraffogato is a dream - think tiramisu meets affogato.

City Tap House - Dupont Circle, DC

City Tap House - Dupont Circle, DC
Dog Haus Biergarten - Bethesda, MD

Dog Haus Biergarten - Bethesda, MD
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