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!

Southwest Soda Pop Shop - South West, DC

Southwest Soda Pop Shop - South West, DC

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Black-owned, Dessert

At Southwest Soda Pop Shop, you can get quite experimental with the toppings and flavors. The family-owned, black-owned business if definitely worth supporting and stands as one of the more unique dessert locations in the DC area.

Rating: 5 star plates 🍽️ 🍽️ 🍽️ 🍽️ 🍽️

You can get quite experimental with the toppings and flavours here. I tried one of their signatures and it was a great combination! The Birthday Cake Explosion has layers of butter pecan and birthday cake ice cream, actual birthday cake, and a chocolate chip cookie crumble at the bottom, topped with fresh cream and sprinkles. Southwest Soda Pop Shop is built around a favoured 'old school concept' and was a great addition to The Wharf.

Look Up Dessert Cafe - Chesapeke, VA

Look Up Dessert Cafe - Chesapeke, VA
Milk Bar - Logan Circle, DC

Milk Bar - Logan Circle, DC
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