Diwali 2025: New Habits, Familiar Foods
Diwali 2025 brought plenty of familiar foods to the table, but also new patterns in how people planned, shared and celebrated their meals. While some families cooked every detail themselves, others turned to local vendors or ordered ahead to save time. With busy schedules and growing guest lists, food choices this year reflected both tradition and practicality.
Diwali Snacks Got Easier Without Losing Tradition
Many families relied on online ordering and ready-made snack bundles to simplify prep during a busy week. Combo boxes, meal kits, and gifting trays from services like Tasteport were widely available, especially in larger cities. Gift boxes shifted toward quality over quantity. Buyers chose items that were neatly packed, easier to store or ship, and clearly labeled for sharing at work or with extended family. Smaller assortments with dry fruits, sweets, and namkeen offered a balanced mix of flavor and function. Ordering online gave people more time to prepare, host, and attend celebrations while still enjoying the delicious flavours associated with the holiday.
At the same time, traditional faral, including chakli, laddoos, shankarpale, and karanji, were in high demand. In India, vendors and home kitchens were fully booked well before the festival began, showing the level of preparation many families committed to. Homemade snacks were preferred over packaged options, with value placed on freshness, familiar taste, and a stronger connection to tradition.
Finding Diwali Foods in Canada
In India, food has always been at the center of Diwali, and in Canada, it’s also one of the strongest cultural connections for South Asian families. A CBC News segment on Diwali celebrations in Canada highlighted how food preparation is a large part of the lead-up to the festival, with cooking together, passing down recipes, and assembling sweet boxes helping to build anticipation and connect families through tradition.
The clip noted that finding those traditional ingredients and sweets in Canada isn’t always easy. Many people adjust by visiting multiple stores or relying on trusted local grocers. While access can still be a challenge, more Canadian retailers and local vendors are recognizing this demand and beginning to stock the ingredients, snacks, and sweets that make these traditions possible.
These patterns show how food remains a meaningful part of Diwali, even as families adapt their traditions to what’s available locally.
Planning Ahead for Diwali 2026
As more Canadians observe Diwali and seek the right foods, a little advance planning can give you more peace and enjoyment next year.
- Order early. Faral vendors and sweet shops start taking orders weeks in advance.
- Choose gift boxes with care. Look for options that are sealed, portioned, and travel well.
- Keep a short list of trusted vendors. It’ll save time next year when things get busy.
- Shop in bulk when possible. Snacks, dry fruits, and ingredients often cost less and last longer when bought early.
With these steps you’ll be more ready when Diwali arrives and better able to focus on celebration rather than last-minute shopping.
Shop Early for Diwali with Wholesale Club
If you’re already thinking about how to plan better for Diwali next year, Wholesale Club carries many of the staples that help bring the celebration together. From essential flours and spices to ready-to-share sweets, dry fruits, and bulk snack options, stocking up early can make your prep smoother and your gatherings more enjoyable.
Shop South Asian favourites with Wholesale Club today to plan ahead and spend more time around the table.
