Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
Marcus Hartford deserves Favorite Chef for turning award winning comfort food into community, purpose, faith, and unforgettable experiences.
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Cajun shrimp and grits
Who is your culinary inspiration?Anthony Bourdain Gordon Ramsey Marco Pierre white Grant Achatz Matty Mathenson Art smith
What would you do with the $25,000?If I win the $25,000 grand prize, I’ll invest in growing The Collective through a storefront or food trailer, creating more opportunities to support my family and serve our community. I’ll also partner with local food banks in Toledo to provide free chef-prepared meals and boxed lunches to those in need while expanding our Gobble & Give Thanksgiving outreach. My goal is to use food to bring people together, fight hunger, and make a lasting impact.
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