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!
An Arlington gem I hope never goes away. The name reflects the cuisine style - presented as simple food but still somewhat elegant. Try the Monkey Jam cocktail, or the carrot hummus (which comes with a smokey spicy lamb ragu). One of the best dishes? The veal and ricotta meatballs sitting in a bed polenta and cheese. For dessert, the donuts finish everything up nicely!
