Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000

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Carlos Estrada

I fuse passion, creativity, innovation and the flavors of my memories to craft dishes the tell stories and gives joy.

Currently 5

in the Quarter-Finals

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Who or what inspires you to cook?

I'm inspired by the satisfaction of a well executed dish respecting each ingredient and seeing the enjoyment on peoples faces.

What's your all time favorite dish to make?

my favorite dish to make is a classic slow cook braised short ribs over pappardelle pasta.

What would you do with the $25,000?

recently I make an investment wish is taking longer to close, since the market is been slow, making my wife worry. I want to win the 25000 to pay my wife back and with whatever is left pursuit my culinary career.

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