Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000

Shweta Bajaj

To bring Indian-inspired artisan chocolates to a bigger stage and share my creativity with chocolate lovers everywhere.

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You decide who will appear in Taste of Home magazine, and win $25,000!

The first cut is on Thursday the 11th of June at 7PM PDT

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What is your signature dish?

Chai 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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