james vandiver

I placed 9th last time I entered the contest and feel like I have the skills to place in the top 3 this time!

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Who or what inspires you to cook?

I love to make people smile or happy if only for a few minute's. I love to do that with food.

What's your all time favorite dish to make?

I make amazing BBQ pulled pork mac n cheese with fried jalapeño strips.

What would you do with the $25,000?

Put a down payment on a house and a restaurant.

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