Two Central Valley chefs in national competition need your help

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Two Central Valley chefs are getting close to taking the top prize in a national competition.

You can help them advance to the next round by voting for them in the Favorite Chef contest.

Ana Moreno began her culinary career 20 years ago and is hoping to win this contest so she can do more with her catering company, "Sabor Mio."

She says that would be a huge help in making her dream of opening her own restaurant become a reality.

Monica Torres comes from a diverse background herself and uses her dishes to tell her storyof who she is.

She says winning the contest would help her continue her education and travels to become a more versatile chef with dreams of opening her own restaurant.

The top prize is $25,000 and a two-page spread in 'Taste of Home' magazine.

This next round of voting ends Thursday at 7 p.m.

Moreno currently sits in third place in her group while Torres is in first place in hers.

To help Moreno, click here.

To help Torres, click here.