Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
I’d love the opportunity to run my own restaurant. Im passionate, motivated, and determined to give my all no matter what happens.
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Who is your culinary inspiration?Gordon Ramsay the way he’s built up so many chefs and has taken the time to help develop others around him.
What would you do with the $25,000?My goal Is to start up my own restaurant. It brings me joy to see those who all enjoy my food, and to be able to share that with others. I’d love more then anything to show my 3 younger brothers I’ve finally made it happen.
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