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!

Green Smoothie and Avocado Toast

Green Smoothie and Avocado Toast

💚🐸This is how to start the day on #toasttuesday! But there is nothing stopping you from having this for dinner if you had your other proteins during the course of the day!

Recipe: I made a kale 1/4 cup spinach (frozen) 2 cups smoothie with 1 banana and flaxseed added. The 1/2 of an avocado toast was simply mashed with chili flakes pepper and course salt. Both greens had a dash of lemon added in.

Kiwi Spinach Smoothie

Kiwi Spinach Smoothie

Chocolate Banana Oatmeal

Chocolate Banana Oatmeal

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