JR Surat

I would invest it back into my craft and start doing pop ups and hopefully get my own restaurant

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Who or what inspires you to cook?

I’m inspired by the creativity and variety that cooking offers! There's a certain magic in combining flavors, textures, and colors to create something both delicious and visually appealing. I also find the process of experimenting with ingredients and techniques exciting. It’s like a fun puzzle

What's your all time favorite dish to make?

There are many dishes I love to cook but my all time favorite would have to be my mom’s sinigang. It hits home every time I make it.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would invest it in stock to make as much money possible and then go to the casino to gamble it all away…. lol jk I would most definitely put it towards opening up my own proper pop up kitchen.

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