Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
To bring Indian-inspired artisan chocolates to a bigger stage and share my creativity with chocolate lovers everywhere.
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Receive Text UpdatesChai Spice Parle-G artisan Belgian chocolate bars inspired by India’s comforting chai spices and tea-time traditions.
Who is your culinary inspiration?I’m inspired by the rich flavors and nostalgia of Indian desserts and street treats, and I love transforming them into modern artisan chocolate experiences.
What would you do with the $25,000?I would invest the $25,000 into scaling my artisan chocolate business through better equipment, branding, and retail opportunities while continuing to create unique Indian-inspired flavors.
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