Hello! Welcome to Dontmissmyplate.

Thank you for visiting my website! I'm Maxine, a food blogger, home cook, travel enthusiast, and lover of food and culture. I’m passionate about fusion cuisine, a style of cooking that blends ingredients and techniques from different countries, regions, and traditions.

My approach is influenced by both Southern African and American cooking, shaped by my life experiences and reflected in the diversity of my recipes. I also focus on farm-to-table cooking, using fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced locally whenever possible. I believe food tastes best when it’s in season and close to its origin.

Travel plays a big role in how I cook and create. I love sharing my food adventures, from what I’ve eaten to where to eat, while discovering new flavors, cultures, and techniques that continue to inspire me.

I hope this space feels helpful and inspiring. Whether you're in the mood for something familiar or ready to try something new, you’ll find plenty to explore here. Happy cooking!

Dec 23

Dec 23 Kaliwa - Southwest, DC

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Everything I had at Kaliwa was tasty. The interior design and decor was thoughtful and compliments the food. The menu is set up in a way to get you to sample food from Korea, Thailand, and the Philippines. Start off with the Phuket Sunset to set your tongue ablaze. Then try some of the bbq/street meat. The Filipino street bbq is delicious, served with the banana ketchup. If you like clams, the Hoi Pad Tao has a lot of heat and deep flavors, typical of Thai food. And for dessert absolutely get the Halo Halo! If you like ice cream or especially bingsu, you'll love it.