Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
Because I believe food is more than what we place on a plate — it is a story, a culture, and a way of bringing people together. Joining an i
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Receive Text UpdatesHeritage Dish Philippines Chicken Humba with pine Apple dish Kilawin tuna Salad with tabon tabon Sotanghon Pancit canton annato with tumeric vegestable Pork adobo dried vinegar Dish Tausi fish vegestable heritage Tumeric Pasta with tuna Chicken piyaparan with coconut meat Pinaisang bagoong fish Balbacua beef soup with banana banana Humba is my signature dish because it reflects my personal style in cooking—rich, comforting, flavorful, and memorable. The balance of sweet, savo
Who is your culinary inspiration?My dad is my culinary inspiration because of his passion, discipline, and dedication to excellence in cooking. He inspires me to always give my best in the kitchen, pay attention to every detail, and continuously improve my skills. I also admire his creativity in transforming simple ingredients into extraordinary dishes and his determination to succeed despite challenges. His strong work ethic and commitment to high standards motivate me to become more confident, hardworking, and passionate
What would you do with the $25,000?If I won 25,000 dollars, I would build my own restaurant and serve delicious Filipino dishes, especially humba. Cooking is my passion, and I want my restaurant to become a welcoming place for families and friends. I would also use part of the money to help poor Filipino children by giving food, school supplies, and support for their education. Winning this amount would help me achieve my dreams while making a positive difference in the lives of others.
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