Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
I believe food should nourish more than hunger. It should make people feel safe, seen, and loved.
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My curry soup is my heart in a bowl—warm, comforting, a little chaotic, and made completely from intuition.
Who is your culinary inspiration?Honestly, myself. My family, my friends, people. I just want to make delicious food and add comfort to their lives.
What would you do with the $25,000?I’d use the money to bring my “Chaos & Love” vision to life—a cozy space filled with comforting food, stories, and healing.
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