Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
Cooking is how I show love and explore creativity, and this opportunity will turn my passion into something life-changing.
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My signature dish is curry shrimp with chickpeas served over a bed of white rice, paired with seasoned string beans on the side. It’s a true taste of home,comfort, flavor, and tradition in every bite.
Who is your culinary inspiration?Growing up in Jamaica, we didn’t have much, sometimes nothing at all, but whatever was in the kitchen I would create meals from it. They called it “turn your hand, make fashion.” My big sister and late grandmother inspired me. I would watch them cook and Sometimes keep an eye on the pot, and my Nana would say, “don’t let it burn!!.” I saw the joy on everyone’s face when they heard “come for your dinner!!.” I wanted my cooking to bring the s
What would you do with the $25,000?If I had $25,000, I would invest it into my dream of owning a food truck and starting my own food business. Coming from humble beginnings , I learned how to create meals from whatever was available, and that passion has stayed with me. This opportunity would allow me to turn my love for cooking into something real, give back to my community, and continue sharing my food with others. My goal is not just to sell food, but to bring joy to people the same way food brought joy to my family
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