I do what I am most passionate about, I Love cooking as much I love eating. I think I’ve got pretty good seasoning and I can cook any food
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Receive Text Updates"My mom and grandma are my biggest inspirations - they're amazing cooks! I started cooking at a really young age and fell in love with it. I began with simple sauces and pickling, but soon became a paella expert, thanks to my Spanish grandmother. As a Mexican, I love blending flavors and cooking seafood - it's my favorite!"
What's your all time favorite dish to make?"I love making paella, fideua, seafood, Mexican food, and I'm also a big fan of Italian cuisine. My vegetable lasagna is delicious! I think I'm not tied to just one dish, I enjoy preparing a wide variety of foods." My friends love my shrimp and fish ceviche, and my tuna tiradito is always a hit!
What would you do with the $25,000?Winning the award would be a dream come true! I'd use the prize to make my passion project a reality, and it would make me incredibly happy.
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