Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000

Quarter-Finalist

Kyler Depakakibo

Being a chef for 12 years, has ruined my life. I've lost friends. Relationships. Housing. I just want the opportunity to learn more.

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What is your signature dish?

It's called "The Coal Miner's Mac". It's essentially Mac and Cheese with a thick mornay sauce, chorizo, and other fixings.

Who is your culinary inspiration?

Anthony Bourdain

What would you do with the $25,000?

I'd like to start a small sushi food stall that's "while supplies last" daily. Once I'm out, I'm out for the day. But honestly, Itd be nice not to worry about rent and bills for a few months.

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