Dannera Mcneely

My signature dish is Korean BBQ Short Ribs served over garlic butter jasmine rice with a fresh Asian slaw. The ribs are slow-cooked until perfectly tender, then glazed in a rich, sweet, and savory Korean BBQ sauce that delivers bold flavor in every bite. The garlic butter rice adds comfort and depth, while the crisp slaw provides freshness and balance. This dish represents my cooking style—elevated comfort food, beautiful presentation, and unforgettable flavor that brings people together.

Chef Gordon Ramsay is my culinary inspiration because of his passion, discipline, and commitment to excellence. He has built a world-class career through hard work, resilience, and an unwavering dedication to his craft. I admire how he continually pushes himself and others to achieve the highest standards while never losing his love for food. His creativity, leadership, and ability to inspire chefs around the world motivate me to keep growing, learning, and striving for greatness in my own culin

If I won the $25,000, I would invest it into growing Say Grace into a global brand that brings people together through faith, food, and community. My vision is to expand catering, meal services, and outreach programs that remind people that faith and our daily bread go hand in hand. Through Say Grace, I want to create opportunities, serve unforgettable meals, and inspire others around the world to gather, give thanks, and experience the power of food made with purpose and love.