Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
Using everyday ingredients to create a non-everyday flavor profile while creating pizzazz at your meal
Want to learn more about our competition?
Learn MoreWant to be notified if their position changes?
Receive Text UpdatesTough question, it depends on the mood, I can go from Italian to new wave American to French classical or any combination.
Who is your culinary inspiration?Anthony Bourdain
What would you do with the $25,000?Go to Sicily to see family and upgrade my garden
Vote for Matthew Cinquemani to be the next Favorite Chef while supporting a great cause! Cast your free daily vote below, or make an even bigger impact when you vote by donation, supporting the James Beard Foundation and their mission to lead chefs and the broader culinary industry toward a new standard of excellence.