Alina Wilson-Survivor Nicaragua
Name: Alina Wilson (23)
Tribe: La Flor - Current Residence: Downey, Calif.
Occupation: Art Student at California State University (Fullerton) Personal Claim to Fame: Finishing a six day, 30 mile hike in the Sierra Nevada Mountains after almost having my finger bitten off by a dog on the first night. No stitches, no emergency room. Inspiration in Life: Paris Hilton… just kidding. I hate this question because I am moved and inspired by a lot of people. Hobbies: Traveling, hiking, scuba diving, swimming, cycling, photography, scrapbooking. Pet Peeves: People who love the sound of their own voice and people who call me “hun” or “sweetie.” 3 Words to Describe You: Creative, determined, sweet. SURVIVOR Contestant You Are Most Like: I’m like Stephanie because I am super competitive and athletic, Ozzy because I work really hard and sometimes keep to myself and Amanda because I tend to be too trusting.Reason for being on SURVIVOR: I want to prove I’m not just a pretty face. Why you think you will be the sole SURVIVOR: Because I really want it and no one can mess with me when I set my mind to something.
Sophie Gayot - Gayot.com -"Hamburgers"
World-renowned food critic Sophie Gayot began her culinary career the moment she was old enough to eat, sleep and ride in an airplane. From this vantage point, she experienced a rare glimpse of the best the world had to offer while discovering her natural talent as a food and lifestyle critic. Today, Sophie is celebrated for her witty, straight forward and discerning attitude, which influences the distinct voice of her family’s international website, GAYOT.com. The popular online guidebook is well-respected for its comprehensive reviews and for setting the standard for restaurant ratings to a vast audience of passionate foodies seeking cutting edge lifestyle experiences. Having held solid ground in the food, wine and travel industry for many years, Sophie is on a first name basis with the best chefs in the world, from the celebrity gourmet chefs such as Joël Robuchon, Thomas Keller, Alain Ducasse and Nobu Matsuhisa, to the best food stand vendors around the world. You may have experienced Sophie's eager spirit and frank nature as a judge on “Hell's Kitchen, Season 4", where she was named "one of America's finest food critics" by star-chef Gordon Ramsay, as well as on the opening episode of Season 7, and the 100th episode the show included in season 8. On her second appearance on the nationally syndicated CBS TV show "The Insider", Sophie was presented as “one of the most feared food critics.” She has been featured on KTLA-TV Morning News in Southern California numerous times, including a week's worth of segments shot live on-location from Paris. She has also made appearances on the nightly news as well as French television station RFO. She often appears on "The Business Hour" with Frank Mottek on Los Angeles radio KNX1070 AM, on the Jamie Gwen and The Bikini Chef radio shows, and on The Kiki Vale Chicago radio show discussing her latest culinary discoveries. She has served twice as judge at the prestigious Nestlé Waters North America “Almost Famous Chef” competition, evaluating young cooking talents along with top chefs including Michel Richard. On GAYOT.com, you can also enjoy her intimate interviews with celebrities, and follow her on GAYOT.com’s blog. Sophie has long been involved in a variety of philanthropic organizations. She has played the role of Mistress of Ceremonies, four years in a row, at the elegant Flavors of Los Angeles Culinary Gala for the American Liver Foundatio, and for the first time this year at March of Dimes LA Gala. She is a dedicated supporter of the Concern Foundation as well as the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, which raises funds for cancer research scientists. In addition to her title as illustrious restaurant and hotel critic, which means a continuous search for the most exciting restaurants, hotels, spas and special events, Sophie is the public face of GAYOT.com. In charge of public relations, she is constantly traveling between Paris and Los Angeles, acting as France and America’s “ambassador” of travel and gourmet living. Completely bi-lingual in French and English, Sophie was born and educated in Paris. She earned her bachelor’s degree in business from the prestigious Dauphine University and her MBA from the Institut Supérieur du Commerce. She is the proud mother of a teenage son, Alexandre.
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