Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
Because great food is only part of it! Hospitality, connection, and how people feel matter most to me.
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Herb-crusted lamb over silky carrot purée; elevated comfort food inspired by the seasons.
Who is your culinary inspiration?My parents taught me that the best memories are often made gathered around a table together,
What would you do with the $25,000?I’d invest it into growing The Everwell House and creating more meaningful culinary experiences centered around connection.
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