Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
When we cook we can unite families, bring memories to the table and be part of special days. I am very passionate about my profession.
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Who is your culinary inspiration?Cedric grolet
What would you do with the $25,000?I would love to be able to do a master's degree in pastry and open a business in the USA.
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