What is Diwali?
Diwali is a religious festival that symbolises the victory of good over evil and light over darkness. It originates from India and is predominantly known as a Hindu celebration, but is also celebrated by Jains, Sikhs and Buddhists as well.
The festival lasts for four to five days and marks the end of the summer harvest, coinciding with the new moon. It’s for this reason the festival can be on different dates from year to year.
When is Diwali celebrated?
Diwali generally falls between October and November depending on the lunar cycle. In 2019, Diwali begins on the 25th October and ends on 29th October. The height of the festival will be on the 27th as this marks the new moon.
How is Diwali Celebrated?
Over the five days there are many different aspects to Diwali celebrations. Houses and temples are cleaned and decorated so that they are full of colour and light ready for the main festivities of prayers, fireworks and feasting.
When it comes to the food, there is no such thing as too much food. This part of Diwali celebrations is also known as Annakut or, literally, “Mountain of Food”.
And it really is a mountain. Hundreds of dishes are prepared and brought to the temple to be shared amongst all of the community.
Diwali Food Ideas
When it comes to Diwali recipes, there really is no end to them. This is a festival all about feasting. So the more, the better. Here’s some of our favourite savoury dishes that include Tenderstem® broccoli.
Diwali Sweets
Diwali is also famous for its mountains of sweet dishes. These dishes are part of the feast but are also often offered as gifts to family members throughout Diwali.
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