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My 2022 Diwali Gift Guide

Finding the prefect presents for your loved ones isn’t always easy. We all have that one auntie who is impossible to shop for, right?

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That’s why I wanted to share some of my favorite Desi brands and businesses to support. I hope it helps you check off all the special people on your list this Diwali season!

For your uncle with a sweet tooth:
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Diwali Collection from Tagmo Treats - from $32.99

Diwali Ice Cream Celebration Pack from Malai Ice Cream - $99.95

Beautifully crafted mithai (bite sized Indian sweets) handmade in small batches and delicious ice cream that highlights the nuances of South Asian cuisine.

For your cousin who could use a little spice:
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Build Your Own Pack from Diaspora Co. - starting at $67

An array of sustainability sourced spices cultivated by Indian farmers. I love the smoky, nutty Guntur Sannam Chilies!

Shop from Diaspora Co.
For the nieces and nephews:
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Rangoli Mandala Puzzle from Kulture Khazana - $29.99

Perfect for the kiddos in your life! Plus, you're supporting a small business with this cute, cultural gift!

Shop from Kulture Khazana
For your fashionable aunties:
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Sarees from Anita Dongre - starting at $270

Clothing and Accessories from Roopa Pemmaraju 

Perfect for your aunties who are always dressed to the nines!

Shop from Anita Dongre
Shop from Roopa Pemmaraju
For your practical paati:
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Groceries from Patel Brothers 

With over 50 stores across the nation, this is your one-stop-shop for a plethora of South Asian ingredients, spices, etc.

Shop from Patel Brothers
To adorn your adoring sister:
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Gemma Collection from Hyperbole Accessories - starting at $15

Hoops and Bangles from Shri Krishna Jewelers 

I never leave home with two things: my glasses and my gold hoops. I got my gold hoops that you see on Taste the Nation from Shri Krishna Jewelers!

Shop from Hyperbole Accessories
Shop from Shri Krishna Jewelers
For the music lover in your life:
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Roopa in Six Yards: A Carnatic Playlist by Roopa Mahadevan - $7

Albums from Brooklyn Raga Massive - $5-15

Here are some tunes I love!

Buy Roopa Mahadevan's Album
Buy Brooklyn Raga Massive's Albums
For your lassi-loving brother:
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Lassi from DAH! - starting at $8 

Their lassi and dahi (yogurt) have such a rich velvety mouthfeel and are made real fruit. Mango is my favorite!

Shop from DAH!
For someone who has it all:
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Donate to Shanti Bhavan

Shanti Bhavan is a school have been supporting in Tamil Nadu for years. I can think of no better way to celebrate Diwali than to give the kids there a chance to learn and thrive. 

Make a Donation to Shanti Bhavan
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