Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
I create bold flavors you don’t just taste, you feel. I’m driven, coachable, authentic, and this is just the beginning!
You decide who will appear in Taste of Home magazine, and win $25,000!
Want to learn more about our competition?
Learn MoreWant to be notified if their position changes?
Receive Text UpdatesMy signature dish is my creamy cheesy Cajun pasta with shrimp. It’s packed with bold Cajun flavor, rich creamy sauce, and the perfect balance of heat and comfort. I love creating food that feels soulful, filling, and memorable while still bringing my own creative twist and presentation to every plate.
Who is your culinary inspiration?My mom and the culture around me inspire my cooking. Finding Christ changed my life and helped me discover purpose through food and creativity again. Nyesha Arrington and Carla Hall inspire me too because their strength and passion remind me of my mom.
What would you do with the $25,000?I’d invest the $25k into growing The Flavor Lab and opening a community social house centered around food, creativity, culture, and connection.
Vote for Thiago Turner 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.
