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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 Medium Rare - Cleveland Park, DC

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The steak at Medium Rare is perfectly cooked, and the chips are crispy, sturdy but soft on the inside. The sauce is delicious and ties it everything together. The dessert is phenomenal their cake was the best I had eaten in a long time. Definitely, recommend this spot. And one of the best parts is that you automatically get seconds on your main! I was skeptical about Medium Rare when I saw on the menu that their primary focus is steak-frites, but the taste and service quickly cleared my doubts.