The streets are beginning to glow with fairy lights, balconies are dressed in decorative lanterns, marigold garlands find their place at doorways and homes are entering the final stretch of their Diwali makeovers. The festive mood is already in the air, carried by the familiar sights, sounds and little rituals that make this time of year special. Yet, beyond the lights and decorations, some of the warmest memories are made around the people we share them with. A box of someone’s favourite mithai, a hamper of thoughtfully chosen delicacies or an unexpected sweet treat can leave behind a little piece of the celebration long after the visit is over. After all, the joy of a festival lies not just in what we bring into our homes, but also in what we take into someone else’s.
This Diwali, hotels, patisseries and confectionery labels are giving the age-old tradition of gifting their own interpretations, bringing together India’s artisanal food heritage, contemporary patisserie and gourmet indulgences. Whether you are visiting family, playing host to friends or sending a festive surprise across cities, these collections offer something to suit different tastes, occasions and budgets.
The Oberoi Group
Rooted in India’s traditions of hospitality and festive generosity, The Oberoi Group’s ‘Giftwrapped by Oberoi Festive Collection 2026’ brings together the warmth of celebration and an appreciation for nature, artisanal craftsmanship and thoughtful details. Each hamper is conceived as an expression of India’s cultural richness, bringing together gourmet indulgences, handcrafted keepsakes and elements inspired by the country’s traditional arts and rituals.
The collection features seven hampers named ‘Azure, Paradise, Abundance, Verdant, Grandeur, Bloom and Heirloom’, with prices ranging from Rs 2,000 to Rs 1.25 lakh. Their selections include artisanal mithais and chocolates, premium nuts, handcrafted teas and coffees, wellness-inspired products, home fragrances and festive accents. Selected offerings include terracotta diyas, handcrafted torans, brass accessories, bambooless incense sticks and a Superfood Trio featuring turmeric, honey and A2 ghee.
Extending this spirit of thoughtful gifting to those constantly on the move, the group also presents ‘The Journey Collection’, a travel-friendly range comprising five hampers, ‘The Curator’, ‘The Ritual’, ‘The Indulgence’, ‘The Connoisseur’ and ‘The Gatherer’. Priced between Rs 5,000 and Rs 9,000, these combine gourmet treats, beverages, wellness products and festive keepsakes. Personalisation options include bespoke packaging, monograms, engravings and personal messages. The collection is complemented by the ‘Patisserie Homemade Collection’ and ‘Artisanal Mithais and Chocolates’, available in boxes of five, 10, 16 and 25.
Toujours
For Toujours, Diwali is an opportunity to revisit familiar Indian flavours through the language of contemporary patisserie. Its 2026 collection draws on the nostalgia of traditional festive desserts while introducing new textures, flavour combinations and interpretations that make the familiar feel different.
‘Taash’, one of the brand’s popular festive desserts, returns with chocolate, whipped salted caramel and nougat crunch. Meetha reinterprets three familiar Indian desserts, Motichoor, Gajar Halwa and Gulab Jamun, as individual contemporary creations. The selection also includes Marzipan Crackers, made with signature cashew marzipan, and Financier Bars in flavours such as Cardamom Mawa, Pistachio Raspberry, Almond Praline and Milk Chocolate Orange.
Other highlights include the Chocolate Chip Almondine, made with brown butter, chocolate and roasted almonds, and finished with a chocolate diya. Those looking for alternatives to conventional sweets can consider the Date Squares, Sugar-Free Chocolate Mendiants and Almond Orange Cloche Cake, which is millet-based and made with monkfruit. Toujours’s festive hampers include Petite Gift, Diwali Gift Box, Gourmet Trio, Festive, Celebration, Sweet Blooms, Luxe and Grande, with prices starting at Rs 1,150 and going up to Rs 26,500.
Hyatt Regency Delhi
Festive gifting often finds its most familiar expression in the combination of traditional sweets, gourmet treats and little indulgences meant to be shared. At Hyatt Regency Delhi, Sidewalk brings these elements together through a collection of hampers that balance celebratory abundance with carefully selected delicacies.
The ‘Regal Indulgence Hamper’, priced at Rs 15,900 (approx.), includes pralines, dried mango, café latte cookies, premium nuts, trail mixes, olive oil, preserves and festive accents. The ‘Classic Indulgence Hamper’ at Rs 14,500 (approx.) features Date Honey Cake, pralines, Darjeeling tea, premium nuts, olive oil and festive preserves, while the Signature Prestige Hamper, priced at Rs 14,000 (approx.), brings together Diwali Dates Premium, dry fruit cake, Date Honey Cake, pistachio cookies, pralines, Hibiscus Green Tea and Lindt chocolate.
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Other options include the ‘Heritage Indulgence Box’ at Rs 11,000 (approx.), with a Vanilla Chocolate Swirl Cake, Black Pepper Cashew Nuts, Mille Fiori honey and a Lord Ganesh Ji keepsake, and the Silver Treasure at Rs 10,500 (approx.), featuring pralines, salted pistachios, trail mix, chocolate and gourmet accompaniments. The ‘Artisanal Splendour’ at Rs 10,000 (approx.) includes Nutty Fruit Cake, Diwali Dates Premium, Mango Delight, double chocolate cookies, macarons and gourmet honey.
The collection also features Abundant Blessings at Rs 9,000 (approx.), Festive Radiance at Rs 9,000 (approx.), Olive Grove Hamper at Rs 7,500 (approx.), Sacred Glow at Rs 7,000 (approx.) and Illuminated Elegance at Rs 4,200 (approx.). Their selections range from traditional festive sweets and cakes to pralines, premium nuts, teas, preserves and other gourmet treats. Club at the Hyatt members can avail special pricing. The hampers are available for pre-order and purchase at Sidewalk, with customisation and bulk-order requirements accommodated with advance notice.
Taj Surajkund Resort & Spa
Drawing on the symbolism and traditions associated with Diwali, Taj Surajkund Resort & Spa presents its ‘Siris’ and ‘Amaltas’ hampers, bringing together festive rituals, gourmet indulgences and thoughtful keepsakes. Rooted in the spirit of traditional Indian hospitality, the collection celebrates the joy of sharing through a combination of familiar festive favourites and little luxuries.
The ‘Siris’ hamper, priced at Rs 5,500, offers an elegant curation of festive sweets and gourmet delights. It includes a 12-piece handcrafted Indian Mithai Box, three crafted chocolates, jars of roasted pistachios, almonds and cashew nuts, premium saffron and a cookie box. The selection extends beyond edible indulgences to include a divine Ganesha idol, a festive Diwali toran, a set of festive diyas, premium pasta, date syrup, printed coasters, scented candles and gold playing cards.
The ‘Amaltas’ hamper, priced at Rs 10,000, builds on this combination of gourmet treats and festive keepsakes. It features a 12-piece handcrafted Indian Mithai Box, three crafted chocolates, roasted pistachios, almonds and cashews, premium saffron, cookies, premium pasta and date syrup. The hamper also includes a Ganesha idol, festive toran, diyas, printed coasters, scented candles, a Davidoff coffee blend, premium tea, a Forest Essentials kit, bath salt and gold playing cards. Combined, the two offerings cater to different gifting preferences while retaining the warmth of traditional festive celebrations.
The Leela Palace New Delhi
The Leela Palace New Delhi presents ‘Signatures by The Leela 2026’, a festive gifting collection inspired by the traditional artistry of Pichwai and master artist Rajaram Sharma. Marking The Leela’s 40th year of Indian hospitality, the collection brings together gourmet treats, artisanal sweets and festive keepsakes.
The ‘Opulence Hamper’, priced at Rs 19,000 (approx.), features artisanal mithai or baklava, chocolate rocks, French macarons, assorted nuts, stuffed olives, date syrup and a dessert tea by Newby in collaboration with Matthew Williamson, alongside Ganesha and Lakshmi idols. The ‘Extravagance Hamper’, at Rs 10,000 (approx.), includes signature chocolates, mithai or baklava, walnut brownie, flourless cookies, artisanal nut butters, black turmeric honey, premium teas and assorted nuts.
Conrad Pune
Conrad Pune’s ‘Khushiyan’ collection brings together traditional Indian sweets, handcrafted chocolates, gourmet indulgences and festive keepsakes. The ‘Royal Heritage Hamper’, priced at Rs 13,000 (approx.), features Kashmiri saffron, A2 cow ghee, signature chocolates, premium nuts, artisanal tea, blueberry walnut chocolate and savoury treats, complemented by wellness essentials and festive accents.
The Luxe Celebration Hamper, at Rs 10,000 (approx.), includes signature mithai, premium whole-leaf tea, blueberry walnut chocolate, dark chocolate almond butter, stuffed dates, gourmet savouries, lavender and rosemary shampoo and a copper bottle.
Conscious Mitthaiwalla
As conversations around mindful eating find their way into festive celebrations, Conscious Mitthaiwalla is exploring how traditional Indian mithai can retain its familiar appeal while embracing more considered ingredients.
The Mumbai-based label draws on a multi-generational sweets-making legacy to reimagine classic recipes for consumers looking for alternatives to conventional refined sugar. Its approach includes jaggery and natural sweeteners, while placing emphasis on thoughtfully chosen ingredients without losing the flavours and textures associated with Indian confectionery.
For Diwali 2026, the brand introduces ‘The Shahi Bagh Mithai Hamper’, priced at Rs 3,340 inclusive of taxes. The selection features five signature creations, i.e., Matcha Meher, Kesar Classic, Gulab Ladoo, Kaju Pitara and Badam Bahaar. Bringing together traditional mithai favourites and contemporary flavours, the hamper offers a distinctive option for festive gatherings. Orders can be placed through Instagram direct messages or the contact details listed on the brand’s social media handles, with deliveries available across India.
Wishes by Om
Indian mithai has always been an expression of celebration, but contemporary confectionery is finding new ways to reinterpret its familiar flavours. Wishes by Om approaches this through combinations that bring together traditional Indian sweets, international ingredients and unexpected flavour pairings.
Its ‘Assorted Luxury Sweet Box’, priced at Rs 3,100 (approx.) for 36 pieces, includes creations such as Pistachio Pineapple Ladoo, which pairs the sweetness of pineapple with pistachios, and Dark Chocolate Mysore Pak, a combination of cocoa and the traditional melt-in-the-mouth sweet. Other flavours include Rose Milk Ladoo, Coffee Rouge with its coffee ganache centre and almond base, and D’Orander, which combines orange, Belgian chocolate and almond crunch. A plethora of other flavours can be selected and curated as per one’s preference.
Andaz Delhi by Hyatt
Not every festive gesture needs to be elaborate. Sometimes, a thoughtfully assembled selection of everyday indulgences and seasonal treats makes for an equally meaningful gift. Andaz Delhi by Hyatt takes this approach with three festive hampers that combine familiar Indian flavours with contemporary gourmet choices.
The Happiness Hamper, priced at Rs 2,000 (approx.), includes millet pops, a masala seed mix, organic granola, date-sweetened chocolate, date and peanut chikki, date honey, Moroccan mint tea and a festive diya.
The Delight Hamper, priced at Rs 2,400 (approx.), brings together handcrafted chocolates, homemade Indian sweets and a festive diya. At Rs 3,000 (approx.), the Joy Hamper offers a more extensive selection, including masala millet pops, masala seed mix, organic granola, nine assorted handcrafted chocolates, waffle chips, date and peanut chikki, an assorted tea collection and an artisanal scented candle.
Oli Ohh!
Adding a savoury twist to Diwali gifting, Oli Ohh!, the restaurant-style pasta brand backed by VTC Group, presents five festive hampers pairing its Arrabbiata Red Sauce Pasta with chocolates and confectionery from the group’s portfolio, including Fazer. Housed in illustrated gift boxes depicting family celebrations, puja rituals and fireworks, the collection brings together a convenient meal and an assortment of sweet treats.
The Oli Ohh! Diwali Gift Hamper, priced at Rs 1,275, features four items, including pasta, Moomin Peppermint Chocolates and Lindt Bunnies. The Oli Ohh! Diwali Festive Gift Hamper, priced at Rs 2,125, includes pasta, a Fazer Geisha Heart Tin, Tutti Frutti and chocolate bunnies across five items. The Oli Ohh! Diwali Premium Gift Hamper, priced at Rs 3,399, features pasta alongside a Fazer Geisha Chocolate Collection.
The hampers are available through Amazon, Flipkart and the brand’s website, oliohh.in.
Varak
Varak’s festive collection is an expression of the meeting point between Bengal’s confectionery heritage and French patisserie techniques. The brand brings together familiar Indian flavours and European-inspired creations, offering a selection that moves between nostalgia and contemporary dessert-making.
Its Standard Selection comes in a 16-piece box featuring creations such as Pistachio Saffron Fudge, Varak Cashew Fudge, Varak Almond Fudge, Pistache et Boondi, Fleur de Rose, Chocolate Mont Blanc, Honey-Glazed Fig Tarte and Pan Coconut Delight, alongside traditional favourites.
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The Petite Selection, available in boxes of eight or 16, offers a different assortment that includes Bubblegum Raspberry Exotica, Saffron Almond Allies, Lavender Celeste Petite, Pista La Mer, Petite Tarte dé Chocolate and Jal Bhara Sandesh. Prices start at approximately Rs 1,200 per box. Orders can be placed across India with a minimum of three days’ notice.
The fairy lights will eventually come down, the marigold garlands will fade and homes will return to their everyday rhythms, but some memories of Diwali linger long after the celebrations. Perhaps it is the taste of a favourite mithai shared over an unhurried conversation, a thoughtfully chosen hamper that finds a place on someone’s dining table or a little keepsake that becomes part of their home. These are the gestures that make festive gifting more meaningful. A gift may travel from one home to another, but the warmth it carries has a way of staying behind. After all, the loveliest part of celebrating Diwali is knowing that a little happiness has travelled with you and stayed with someone you love.
