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

Semi-Finalist

Mark Wethers

I should be the Favorite Chef because winning $25K would give me the opportunity to serve so many more people.

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You decide who will appear in Taste of Home magazine, and win $25,000!

Voting for the Final 12 ends Thursday the 29th of May at 7PM PDT

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Who or what inspires you to cook?

Well, I’m a self proclaimed foodie, and I love feeding people and serving; I’m a servant. I cook so that I can serve. When someone compliments my cooking, it’s not a pat on my back, it’s the smile on their face!

What's your all time favorite dish to make?

I love fried chicken and so far I make my favorite. I try fried chicken everywhere I go and I can hang with the best. If I’m a chef, I’m a fried chicken chef. My sides (baked mac & cheese, potato salad) ARE INDEED a feature all their own!

What would you do with the $25,000?

I have a vision for not just a restaurant, but for an establishment that presents an eating experience. I would use the winnings to raise my profile in my community where I plan to establish that experience. I love my town, I want to give back to it!

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