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!

Colada Shop - U Street Corridor, DC

Colada Shop - U Street Corridor, DC

I haven't been to Cuba yet, but Colada gives you a good sense of what it's like to dine over there. Think bright colors, neon lights, and a great selection of drinks - including alcoholic and caffeinated. Plus, an array of baked goods and sandwiches all on the menu. The Colada Shop serves five churros per pack with some Spanish style hot chocolate for dipping. Also, I recommend the pina colada, had the most intense coconut after taste.

The Capital Burger - Mount Vernon, DC

The Capital Burger - Mount Vernon, DC

Honeygrow - Chinatown, DC

Honeygrow - Chinatown, DC

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