Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
I blend tradition, flavor, and joy to teach that food isn’t just fuel—it’s how we connect, heal, and care for ourselves daily.
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Receive Text UpdatesI’m inspired by the joy of feeding my family and teaching my daughters how to nourish themselves as the foundation for their well-being. Cooking connects me to my grandparents’ wisdom and allows me to share food as something more than a meal—it’s care, culture, and a way to come back to yourself.
What's your all time favorite dish to make?Dominican Sancocho
What would you do with the $25,000?I’d use the $25,000 to continue doing what I love—sharing the power of nourishment through food, culture, and community.
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