Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
Cooking is my passion. I have over 20 years of cooking, hosting parties regularly, and my food is loved by everyone I know.
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Receive Text UpdatesIt's really hard to pinpoint one thing because I make everything really well, but I would say shrimp scampi. I'm very good with sauces.
Who is your culinary inspiration?Myculinary inspiration seems rooted in comfort, connection, and versatility with a strong “feed people well and make them feel cared for” mindset. I am notinspired by trendy, ultra-exclusive fine dining. My style is more like: * elevated comfort food, * bold flavor, * generous hospitality, * and adapting to the people im serving.
What would you do with the $25,000?I would invest in a small intimate café serving, probably no more than five parties every day with a three course meal. My vision is to post a weekly menu and parties can make reservations for that particular evening.
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