DLNews Staff:

Guess what? Our favorite contestant, Gabriela Franco, just made it to the quarterfinals of the Desert Hot Springs' Favorite Chef Contest! She's so excited and grateful, saying, "We did it!" after making it through the top 20, 15, 10, 5, and finally, the first places.

Gabriela is a skilled cook who values the ingredients she uses in her dishes and enjoys exploring unique flavor combinations. She has been cooking for as long as she can recall and attributes her passion for cooking to her mother's influence.

Food lovers from all around the globe have a thrilling chance to display their cooking abilities and win a grand prize of $25,000, along with a two-page feature in the Taste of Home Magazine. The competition welcomes professional chefs and home cooks, ensuring equal opportunity for all. Participating in this event is a fantastic way to enhance skills and gain acknowledgment for one's talent.

As quarterfinalists, they can display their food-related talents by submitting photos. The best submission will receive the "Carla's Pick" title and win a trip to Taste of Home headquarters in New York City for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour...

Voting to determine this year's Favorite Chef resumes July 24th at 10 AM PDT.