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

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Esteban Nunez

I believe in the power of food to bring people together and create lasting memories. Let's make some magic happen.

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Who or what inspires you to cook?

I'm inspired to cook by the joy of creating something delicious and sharing it with others. I love the feeling of seeing someone take their first bite of a dish I've made and their eyes light up. It's like a little spark of joy that reminds me why I love to cook. I'm also inspired by the power of food to bring people together and create lasting memories. I believe that food is a powerful tool for communication and connection.

What's your all time favorite dish to make?

My favorite dish to make is open the fridge and just feel the moment and come up with something creative and delicious.

What would you do with the $25,000?

Help my mom to pay off her house for sure.

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