Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
I create unforgettable dining experiences with bold flavors, creativity, precision, and passion that turns every plate into art.
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Receive Text UpdatesMy signature dish is a velvety smooth smoked Gouda bacon and jalapeño Mac n cheese with my signature secret topping
Who is your culinary inspiration?My biggest inspiration would be chef Marcus Garvey watching him on food network as child me want to get into the industry
What would you do with the $25,000?That honestly would be life changing money. I would get a stable home for my family first. And use anything that’s left to launch my business
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