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

Quarter-Finalist

Mardell King

Per my family, friends and coworkers, my food is amazing. I’ve stayed true to using my passion, love and care in all my dishes.

Currently 5

in the Quarter-Finals

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What is your signature dish?

Since my grandmother is the one who taught me to cook since I was 10 and she found out I had a talent at it, I would have to say anything soul food or creole.

Who is your culinary inspiration?

My grandmother in my family and Chef Gordon Ramsey for celebrities

What would you do with the $25,000?

My son and I want to start a food truck business. It’s been our dream to own one and work together side by side in the food industry!

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