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Some Traditions Are Too Beautiful to Be Forgotten

The familiar flavours, cherished memories and little joys that make Deepavali special.

There was a time when we knew Deepavali was coming before we even looked at the calendar. The house would be cleaned, the kitchen would fill with the aroma of festive snacks, and everyone would be eagerly waiting for the big day. Times have changed, but the joy of these little traditions stays with us.

Deepavali is almost here

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Sunday, 8 November 2026


Deepavali, Through Our Memories

Different homes. Different childhoods. Traditions that stay with us.

memory-malaysia.png Growing Up in Malaysia

For us, Deepavali never began on Deepavali day. It started almost a month before. We would plan the cookies and savouries we wanted to make. Murukku, oma podi and ribbon pakoda were always a must.

On the morning itself, we were woken up early and went to the temple. As my father was the eldest, our home would fill with uncles, aunts and cousins, and we would enjoy lunch and dinner together.

But one of my favourite memories was the previous evening: dinner at an uncle's home, followed by fireworks and laughter with my cousins. Looking back, what made Deepavali special was having everyone together.

memory-india.png Growing Up in India

This story is being written. Do come back for it.


From Our Mother's Kitchen

Some recipes were never written down. A handful of this, a little of that, and years of experience were enough. Let's keep those familiar flavours alive.

recipe-murukku.png Murukku

We are writing this one down from memory. Coming soon.

recipe-oma-podi.png Oma Podi

We are writing this one down from memory. Coming soon.

recipe-ribbon-pakoda.png Ribbon Pakoda

We are writing this one down from memory. Coming soon.


The Little Traditions That Make Deepavali Special

The early morning oil bath. The kolam at the doorstep. The lamps we light. Little customs with stories worth passing on.

This little story is on its way.

This little story is on its way.

This little story is on its way.

This little story is on its way.


A Little Goodness, Gifted With Love

There was a time when visiting someone's home meant carrying a little something along. It didn't have to be expensive. And when guests came over, our elders would never let them leave empty-handed. This Deepavali, why not bring back that thoughtful tradition?

Tell us your preferred products, your budget and how many you need, and we will put something together with you.


A Little Deepavali Goodness for Your Kitchen

Rice flour for murukku, jaggery for sweets, lentils for savouries and the familiar ingredients that bring our family recipes to life. Explore the pantry essentials for your festive cooking.


A Festive Collaboration

Sathva Foods & Granjoy

Spend with us this Deepavali and take home a Granjoy premium designer cushion cover, 100% cotton, with our compliments.

Offer valid from 23rd October to 10th November 2026

Choose Your Free Cushion Cover

Nine premium designer prints, 100% cotton

offer-designs.png Choose Your Free Cushion Cover - nine Granjoy designs
  1. Boho Blush
  2. Scandi Autumn Leaves
  3. Tropical Fern
  4. Moroccan Trellis
  5. Marigold Meadow
  6. Cottage Core Petal
  7. Champagne Rose Petal
  8. Teal Nordic
  9. Gardenia Sketch

Tell us which design you would like by typing its name in the remark box when you check out.


7 Days of Deepavali - Seven Little Traditions

Every day as Deepavali approaches, join us for one little story, recipe or tradition to enjoy with your family.

Sun 1 Nov

Getting our homes ready

Opens on 1 November

Mon 2 Nov

The tradition of ennai kuliyal

Opens on 2 November

Tue 3 Nov

The sweetness of adhirasam

Opens on 3 November

Wed 4 Nov

Welcoming happiness with kolam

Opens on 4 November

Thu 5 Nov

The crunch of homemade murukku

Opens on 5 November

Fri 6 Nov

Why we light lamps

Opens on 6 November

Sat 7 Nov

The joy of giving and sharing

Opens on 7 November


What Does Deepavali Mean to You?

A favourite family recipe? A childhood memory? A tradition you still follow? We would love to hear your story.

May our homes be filled with laughter, our tables with familiar flavours, and our hearts with gratitude. May the little traditions we grew up with continue to bring joy to the generations that follow.

Wishing you and your loved ones a beautiful Deepavali

- The Sathva Family