Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
A great chef blends passion with precision. My city-favorite is walking tacos and mini pasta bowls prove that bold, simple flavors win
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Who is your culinary inspiration?My grandma that lady can cook I love how she makes home made drop biscuits I still don't have her recipe.
What would you do with the $25,000?I would update my food trailer and get more equipment.
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