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

Alice Ile

I cook with heart, balance flavor and health, and turn simple meals into memorable experiences that bring people together.

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The first cut is on Thursday the 11th of June at 7PM PDT

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What is your signature dish?

My signature dish is , pasta, asun jellof with fried rice

Who is your culinary inspiration?

Hilda Baci, inspires me a lot. She is a Guinness World Record holder known for her incredible cooking achievements. She gained international recognition for completing one of the longest cooking marathons and has inspired many people across Africa and around the world with her dedication, hard work, and passion for cooking.

What would you do with the $25,000?

If I won $25,000, I would invest part of it in improving my cooking skills by taking professional culinary courses and purchasing better cooking equipment. I would also save some of the money for my future and use a portion to support my family. Winning this prize would help me grow my passion for cooking and work toward my dream of becoming a successful chef.

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