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For many people, the approach of Diwali brings both anticipation and a familiar dilemma around gifting their loved ones. The season continues to revolve around warmth, generosity and shared meals, but gifting habits have changed quietly in recent years. The usual boxes of sweets and dry fruits are giving way to something more personal and more deliberate. People are now choosing what feels genuine, something that speaks to taste and care rather than ritual alone. Across India, food gifting has evolved into a reflection of attention. It is no longer just about abundance but about discernment, a small act that shows what the giver values. This year, gourmet hampers and limited-edition desserts lead that shift. They offer flavour and craftsmanship in equal measure, often wrapped in ideas that link tradition with the present. Each of the selections below represents a way of looking at Diwali gifting not as an obligation but as an expression of generosity made thoughtful.
India Sweet House, Bangalore
India Sweet House has long been a name people trust for classic mithai made with integrity. Its Festive Collection 2025 continues this tradition with sweets that taste as if they have come straight out of a home kitchen. Every item is made fresh each morning using milk from the brand’s own dairy, a practice that keeps the flavour clean and consistent.
The Vaidurya Collection (₹899–₹1,199 plus GST) includes the Classic box with Mysore Pak, Motichur Laddu, Kesar Dry Fruit Burfi, and Pista Burfi. The Signature and Royal boxes add walnut peda, Kaju Katli, and Jaggery Kaju Katli for a richer selection. The Vajra Collection (₹399–₹799 plus GST) offers smaller boxes that work perfectly for large family exchanges or thoughtful everyday gifting.
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Dzurt Patisserie & Café, Jaipur
At Dzurt Patisserie & Café in Jaipur, Chef Tejasvi Chandela brings her background in fine pastry to festive gifting. Her Diwali hampers combine the discipline of French baking with the warmth of Indian celebration. Each box feels personal without being elaborate. Prices begin at ₹600, making them accessible for gifting to both friends and colleagues.
The hampers feature brownies, macarons, tea cakes, madeleines, and cookies. Everything is baked to order, packed neatly, and finished with a sense of quiet elegance. The selection works best for people who appreciate good baking and clean flavours. Dzurt’s hampers capture the idea of indulgence as something you share, not display. They are ideal for those who prefer an understated celebration where food remains at the centre.
Photo courtesy: Dzurt
Le Pure, Mumbai
Le Pure has established itself as one of India’s most distinctive homegrown chocolate brands. Founded by Vibha Jhunjhunwala, the company creates products that are elegant and restrained, showing how chocolate can carry cultural resonance. For Diwali 2025, Le Pure presents a series of hampers that link design and flavour in a way that feels both festive and polished.
The Gold Noor Hamper (₹999) includes the Tola Gold Bar Chocolate Box, praline coins, a diya, and a greeting card. The Tola Gold Bar Chocolate Box™ (₹699) contains six chocolates shaped like gold bars, each filled with smooth hazelnut gianduja. The visual and symbolic reference to the Indian tola of gold gives the box a sense of cultural meaning while remaining refined in presentation.
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Yauatcha, Bangalore
Yauatcha Bangalore brings a creative turn to Diwali gifting through Souvenirs from Another World, a collaboration with Boomranng Studio. This limited-edition patisserie collection is inspired by a celestial theme and combines design, artistry, and taste with a sense of imagination. Each dessert in the collection feels composed and meaningful, created to be both visually striking and pleasurable to eat.
The selection includes the Coconut Devil layered with dark chocolate, the Pistachio and Rose dessert that balances floral and nutty tones, and the Truffle Basbousa Bar which adds a sophisticated reinterpretation of a traditional Middle Eastern sweet. The Stardust Macarons bring together flavours like Blueberry and Earl Grey, Spicy Mango, and Champagne. The collection is distinctive because it refuses to follow convention while still feeling rooted in the spirit of celebration. It is a box made for those who value creativity and the joy of gifting something genuinely special.
Photo courtesy: Yauatcha
Regalia By The Claridges, New Delhi
The Claridges New Delhi continues to represent a kind of luxury that is calm and timeless. Its Regalia Collection focuses on gifting that reflects composure rather than display. The Radiance Hamper (₹2,995 plus taxes) includes Flooda almonds, chocolate bonbons, fruit cocktail, hazelnut spread, and other festive inclusions presented with care.
What makes this hamper stand out is its balance. Every element is curated to appeal to a wide range of tastes without overwhelming the recipient. The packaging is elegant and designed for reuse. It feels thoughtful, appropriate for family gatherings as much as for professional gifting. The Claridges shows that true luxury often lies in proportion and restraint rather than excess.
Photo courtesy: Regalia by The Claridges
Taj Coromandel, Chennai
The Diwali collection at Taj Coromandel, Chennai embodies the brand’s approach to refined celebration. The property’s hampers bring together artisanal treats, premium nuts, and select lifestyle accents that make gifting feel generous and complete. The Tejas Hamper (₹7,500 plus taxes) is one of the most comprehensive, featuring Organic Wellness Tea, Davidoff Coffee, roasted almonds, handcrafted sweets, honey, cookies, and an ornamental diya.
Every component in the Taj Coromandel hampers feels intentional and neatly aligned with the brand’s long-standing association with hospitality. The selection captures the festive spirit without becoming too ornamental. It serves as a reminder that grandeur can coexist with good taste when each inclusion adds meaning.
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The Ritz-Carlton, Pune
The Ritz-Carlton, Pune presents nine carefully curated hampers for Diwali 2025, including titles such as Festive Flourish, Celestial Celebration, and Radiant Revelry. Each one combines artisanal sweets, cookies, and chocolates with the brand’s characteristic attention to presentation.
The appeal of these hampers lies in their balance of indulgence and subtlety. The Ritz-Carlton’s collection suits those who value refinement and the idea that gifting should feel personal rather than performative. The option to customise hampers with items like Saffron Mawa Tea Cake and Chocolate-Coated Almonds adds flexibility. The collection feels warm, composed, and suited to both intimate and formal exchanges.
Photo courtesy: The Ritz-Carlton
ITC Grand Central, Mumbai
At ITC Grand Central, the culinary team has turned traditional mithai into something more defined and contemporary. The Chef’s Signature Mithai Box (₹2,299) includes 24 pieces made with premium nuts, seeds, and fruits. The Exclusive Collection (₹1,699) presents a smaller but equally refined selection featuring Hazelnut Besan Laddoo, Pista Pumpkin Seed Burfi, Badam Khajur Barfi, and Kaju Cranberry Sheer.
The appeal of these hampers lies in how they preserve the essence of Indian mithai while giving it a fresh presentation. The sweets look elegant but remain rooted in traditional taste. ITC’s offering is ideal for those who prefer festive gifting that feels classic yet contemporary.
Photo courtesy: ITC Grand Central
Poetry By Love & Cheesecake, Mumbai
Poetry by Love & Cheesecake offers hampers that bring warmth and familiarity to modern gifting. The Anandam (₹2,400) and Swasthi (₹2,450) boxes feature cookies, brittles, cheesecakes, and truffles, arranged with an emphasis on clean packaging and practical enjoyment.
What sets these hampers apart is their sense of balance. They are indulgent without being excessive, ideal for close friends or family members who enjoy desserts that feel comforting but refined. Poetry’s hampers make gifting feel natural and genuine, qualities that are becoming increasingly valued during the festive season.
