Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
Food is my passion. Every meal I create brings people together, sparks joy, and tells a meaningful story.
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My signature dish is Bahamian peas and rice served with smoky jerk BBQ chicken and sweet fried plantains—a meal that reflects my Caribbean roots and passion for bold, comforting flavors. While Caribbean cuisine is my foundation, I also love baking, creating hearty comfort foods, and exploring Italian and Asian-inspired dishes. Whether it’s fresh bread from the oven, a rich pasta, or a flavorful stir-fry, I enjoy bringing people together through food that feels both exciting and famil
Who is your culinary inspiration?Emeril Lagasse inspires me because of his passion, creativity, and ability to make food exciting while staying connected to his roots. He showed me that great chefs don’t just cook but, they tell stories and create experiences through food.
What would you do with the $25,000?I would use the $25,000 to grow my culinary brand, share Bahamian and Caribbean cuisine with a wider audience, and invest in my education as I pursue a career as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Food has always been a way for me to serve others, build community, and bring comfort to people, and this opportunity would help me continue doing that while working toward my long-term goal of improving lives through healthcare.
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