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Thomas Grella, Jr. is a 34-year old certified financial planner and father of two from Methuen Massachusetts. He is a self-taught cook whose specialty is Italian cuisine and whose preferred foods are pasta, beef and red sauce. His favorite Food Network chef is Mario Batali and his favorite Food Network show is Good Eats.

Thomas Grella, Jr. was among the eleven finalists on The Next Food Network Star until he was eliminated on week three of the competition.


(Photo courtesy of Food Network)

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Tommy Grella, Jr.

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