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

Lauren Wilkins

I enjoy seeing the love that my dishes bring to different people. Cooking has brought joy, and healing to my life after loosing my mother.

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What is your signature dish?

I don't have a signature dish yet. I'm known for my many cultural styles of cooking. I try to make any dishes I create my signature dish.

Who is your culinary inspiration?

My culinary inspiration comes from my mother, also chefs such as Karla hall, Guy fierri, Ramsey, chef Ivan, and many more.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would love to continue my dream, by owning my very own food truck, or using the money as startup for my catering business.

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