Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
3+ years sober, I didn’t think I would make it this far to have dreams like this. It would help further my wife and I catering business.
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Receive Text UpdatesI cook a mean Ribeye, my favorite is the Rib Cap. I don’t have set menus, my signature comes from the creativity of my heart.
Who is your culinary inspiration?Being self taught, I love watching all different food shows and creating my own spin on things. Chef Andrew Bachelier owner of Manna and Chick & Hawk is an inspiration to me.
What would you do with the $25,000?I was first give all the glory to God, the money is great, but because of Him, He has given me restoration and hope. My dreams are to have my own kitchen.
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