Welcome to Just Maika Cooking: Your Hub for Culinary Education and Global Inspiration!
Explore. Experiment. Taste. Join Chef Maika at Just Maika Cooking for dinner inspiration and globally inspired recipes for food enthusiasts. Discover step-by-step guides, ingredient insights, and virtual cooking classes that help you explore bold flavors, experiment with new ingredients, and create restaurant-quality meals at home. Plus, find seasonal recipes and essential kitchen tools to heighten your culinary experience.
Latest Recipes
The Latest Recipes section at Just Maika Cooking features bold, globally inspired dishes that celebrate seasonal ingredients, cultural flavors, and easy-to-follow techniques. From quick weeknight meals to creative twists on classics, these recipes are designed to help home cooks build confidence in the kitchen while exploring new tastes from around the world.
- 3 DIY Salt-Free Spice Blends to Boost Weeknight Meals
- All-Purpose Umami: A Salt-Free Spice Blend That Makes Everything Taste Better
- Citrus Herb: A Bright, Salt-Free Seasoning for Chicken, Fish, and Veggies
- Caribbean Kick: A Bold, Salt-Free Jerk Seasoning You Can Make at Home
Best of Summer Recipes!
From crisp vegetables and tender greens to bright citrus and aromatic herbs, these recipes highlight the beauty of springtime cooking. Whether you're craving light and refreshing salads, quick and easy weeknight meals, or bold and comforting dishes with a seasonal twist, this collection has something delicious for you. Let’s embrace the flavors of summer and cook with the season’s best!
- 4 Must-Try Tacos Recipes to Inspire Your Next Craving
- Jerk Fajita Trio: 3 Must-Try Recipes for a Spicy Weeknight Cook-Up
- Air Fryer Chicken and Pork Belly Tacos | Easy & Crispy
- Homemade Cholula Green Chili Sour Cream Sauce
Categories
Explore a world of flavors with recipes tailored to your taste. Whether you're a fan of juicy poultry, rich red meats, fresh seafood, or vibrant vegetarian dishes, our recipe categories make it easy to find the perfect meal. Try globally inspired creations that celebrate bold spices, unique ingredients, and simple techniques.
Black Girls Cook
Empowering Young Black Girls Through Food!
I was honored to lead the Miami Winter 2025 Cohort of Black Girls Cook, founded by Chef Nichole A. Mooney, teaching young black girls the power of food, history, and culture! From mastering knife skills to exploring the roots of rice, sweet potatoes, and rasta pasta. Read more about the Winter Cohort! Click Image to Support!
Master Essential Cooking Techniques
Take your cooking skills to the next level with step-by-step guides designed to make you a confident home chef. From mastering the perfect béchamel to learning the art of multigrain rice, our essential cooking techniques cover everything you need to create restaurant-quality meals at home. Experiment with new methods and enhance your culinary skills.
- 10 Proven Spice‑Storage Hacks (Stop Wasting Flavor)
- Mastering FIFO: The Simple Method to Keep Your Food Fresh
- How to Prevent Cross-Contamination in Your Kitchen
- Diamond Slit Chicken Breast (Video & Pictures)
Join Our Cooking Classes
Cook alongside Chef Maika in interactive virtual classes or in-person classes in South Florida, designed for food enthusiasts of all levels. Join free live Instagram sessions, or enroll in our exclusive paid classes for a deeper dive into culinary techniques and global flavors. Learn, experiment, and taste your way to becoming a more skilled and adventurous cook.
Dietary Needs
Find globally inspired recipes for home cooks that fit your dietary preferences without compromising on flavor. Whether you follow a pollotarian, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free, egg-free, nut-free, or Mediterranean diet, we have you covered. Explore delicious dishes tailored to your needs, featuring bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and creative cooking techniques that make healthy eating enjoyable and exciting.
Globally-Inspired Popular Recipes
Travel the world through your taste buds with our collection of globally-inspired popular recipes. From vibrant street food flavors to traditional comfort dishes, these recipes celebrate diverse cuisines and bold spices. Uncover easy-to-follow recipes that bring international experiences to your kitchen, perfect for adventurous home cooks looking to explore new culinary horizons.
- Haitian Djon Djon Rice Recipe (Diri Djon Djon)
- Instant Pot Spicy Beef Barley Stew: Haitian Hearty Comfort
- Lemongrass Marinated Grilled Chicken Spring Rolls
- Best Fragrant Creamy Potato Coconut Curry Fish Soup
Discover Must-Have Kitchen Tools
Equip your kitchen with the tools Chef Maika trusts and uses. From essential gadgets to versatile cookware, our curated selection of must-have kitchen tools helps you cook efficiently and with confidence. Find the tools that make a difference in your cooking experience, with recommendations and reviews designed to support both beginners and seasoned home chefs.
- Upgrade or Skip? How to Know When a Kitchen Tool Is Worth the Investment
- What Not to Buy: 7 Common Mistakes People Make When Choosing Kitchen Tools
- 10 Essential Time-Saving Kitchen Tools Every Home Cook Needs
- Must-Have Kitchen Tools for Kids: 5 Essentials That Turn Chaos into Confidence
About Chef Maika
I’m Maika, a professionally trained chef, recipe developer, and culinary educator with over a decade of experience. I’ve worked at luxury hotels like PGA National Resort, The Ritz-Carlton, Conrad Hilton, and W Hotel. On my blog, Just Maika Cooking, I share globally inspired recipes that bring restaurant-quality flavors into your home. Perfect for food enthusiasts and home cooks alike, my recipes make it easy to explore diverse dinner ideas and bold flavors to elevate everyday meals.