Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
Chef. Educator. Fusion innovator. I blend Puerto Rican–Mexican soul with macrobiotic fire. I’m ready to light up the stage
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Who is your culinary inspiration?My brother taught me strength, corazón, and the power of flavor. His journey shaped mine, and every dish I make carries the love he gave me
What would you do with the $25,000?I’d use 25K to turn my passion into legacy and growing as a chef, supporting my family, and creating food that carries our roots into the future
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