Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
World-trained chef blending European elegance, global flavors & heartfelt hospitality into unforgettable dining experiences.
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Who is your culinary inspiration?My mother, Charlie Trotter, Thomas Keller and Daniel Boulud
What would you do with the $25,000?Strengthen and elevate my Personal Chef business, invest in resources that support its growth, and share an unforgettable wine and culinary journey through Spain and Portugal with my fiancé.
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