Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
Even in tough times, I’m determined to grow, learn, and build my future. Winning would help me start something meaningful and keep my dream
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Cochinita Pibil is my signature dish: fun, fiery, and crafted with the skill and discipline of a true pro
Who is your culinary inspiration?Carla Hall inspires me to cook with heart and stay true my roots. Her passion and positivity push me to share my own story through the flavour of Mexico.
What would you do with the $25,000?After being diagnosed last week and preparing for a surgery, this prize would ease the financial stress of recovery. It would give me the chance to heal with dignity and continue building my dream of a small culinary business.
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