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

Quarter-Finalist

Estevahn Cadena

I’ve been cooking since I was 16, I’ve traveled across the US from coast to coast and worked in many amazing kitchens honing my craft.

Currently 3

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Who or what inspires you to cook?

Feeding the community and bringing culture to the people in it. Nothing excites me more than seeing people happy trying something new. I’m proud to be serving the people of Lake Charles alongside The Bekery Team!

What's your all time favorite dish to make?

I like SWLA comfort foods. I think probably jambalaya, although I could easily list a few others.

What would you do with the $25,000?

After some careful consideration, I’d like to help the Waters Edge church finish building their kitchen facility so they can continue to feed those in need. I can’t think of a better way to spend the money than feeding people. Food and water is a human right.

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