NXT GEN 2006
The theme was Tea-infused Chocolate, a pairing popularized by their reported health benefits. Major event sponsors included E. Guittard, Valrhona, World Tea Expo, ChocoVision, SerendipiTea, AspecialityBox, Harney & Sons, Tomric Plastics, and Ito En. Media sponsors were TEA A MAGAZINE, Candy Industry Magazine and PastryScoop.com.
2006: Tea-Infused Chocolate Winners
- Best of Show: Kristy Choo (Jin Patisserie)
- Best Flavor: Michael Krug (L.A. Burdick)
- Best Flavor (tie): C. Elbow (Christopher Elbow Chocolate)
- Best Signature Piece: Andrew Shotts (Garrison Confections)
- People’s Choice: Kee Ling Tong (Kee’s Chocolates)
- Honorable Mention: Bethany Thouin (Bethany Chocolatier)
