The Blind Cook" MasterChef Winner Tells Inspirational Story Encouraging Others

<p>Today on The Neil Haley Show, Neil will interview Chef Christine winner of Masterchef.</p> <p>Christine Ha first became a culinary sensation after winning season three of the hit TV cooking competition "MasterChef." Ha beat out more than 30,000 home cooks across the country to make it onto the show MasterChef – then won the title. The win earned her $250,000 and a cookbook deal with celebrity chef Gordon Ramsey, who wrote the foreword for her book.<br> <br> Now, she has opened not one, but 2 restaurants. But if her accomplishments weren't already impressive enough, Ha has managed to do it all despite being legally blind. (can tie it into March as Women’s History Month – recognizing accomplishments of women)</p> <p>Tests revealed that Ha had neuromyelitis optica or NMO, an autoimmune disease that causes vision loss. Her inspirational story is a testament to her determination and her desire to pursue her dreams&nbsp; - a story to motivate and impress everyone&nbsp; - especially those facing difficult challenges.</p>