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

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Jhonathan lackey

I should be Favorite Chef because my passion for cooking & bringing people pleasure through my food is my favorite thing to do!

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Who or what inspires you to cook?

Both my late Grandmother & Mother have served as the biggest influences in my life as it pertains to cooking. My grandmother initially introduced me to my love of cooking watching her & later helping my mother prepare holiday meals for the family were great ways of learning.

What's your all time favorite dish to make?

My all time favorite dish to make is Paella.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With the $25,000 I would invest it in starting my own restaurant & serving the masses with great food and showcasing my brilliance on a plate

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