Duchess Quamino

Duchess Quamino (c. 1739—June 29, 1804) was a formerly enslaved woman who became famous in colonial Rhode Island for her success as an independent caterer. She was known as the "Pastry Queen of Rhode Island," particularly famous for her frosted plum cake.

Duchess Quamino

Duchess Quamino (c. 1739—June 29, 1804) was a formerly enslaved woman who became famous in colonial Rhode Island for her success as an independent caterer. She was known as the "Pastry Queen of Rhode Island," particularly famous for her frosted plum cake.