Celebrating Divali in London

Where to find the best thalis and barfis during the Festival of Light

With Divali just around the corner, we're keen to share tips on where to celebrate in style.

1) First up is KOKUM, one of London’s most talked about Indian restaurants since its launch in July 2023. Located in East Dulwich, KOKUM is marking the festival with a limited-edition menu of festive specials available from 14th to 19th October, including dishes like Mussels Moilee, Kiwi Pani Puri, and Lamb Boti Kebaba with Guava Chaat. To sweeten the celebrations, guests dining on Sunday 19th October will receive a complimentary piece of freshly made barfi, a traditional Indian sweet.

Book at: https://kokumlondon.com

2) If Michelin-recognised cuisine is more your bag, you'll love FARZI in Haymarket, hosting an all-you-can-eat Diwali Special Sunday Brunch celebration on 19th October, featuring a delicious buffet of dishes from Paneer Shahi to Chicken Rizala Kebab, Mutton Badami Korma, Prawn Moli and Beetroot & Paneer Curry. There will also be live cooking stations such as a vibrant Chaat Counter, Pani Puri as well as a dessert buffet featuring assorted Mithai and Diwali specials. The Diwali celebratory brunch will also have live music and entertainment, henna and face painting for all of the family to enjoy. In the evening, a Special Diwali Thali menu will also be available.

12-5pm for £40 per person.

Book at: www.farzilondon.com

3) At CHOOK CHOOK in Putney, this year’s Diwali festivities are centred around the vibrant flavours of an authentic Indian Thali. Available in both vegetarian and chicken options, each thali brings together a delicious array of dishes from rich curries and aromatic biryanis to fresh raita, naan, and indulgent Gulab Jamun served with a refreshing Mango Lassi. Highlights include Paneer Makhni, Railway Chicken Curry, and House Black Daal all thoughtfully curated to reflect the spirit of the festival.

Book at: https://chookchook.uk/

4) This Diwali, the vegetarian restaurant, OMNOM at Namaste in Islington is hosting a vibrant five-day celebration from 16th-20th October, featuring a festive Diwali Thali for £22.95 with standout dishes including Punjabi Samosas, Panchkutiyu Shaak, Kaju Paneer Masala, Tadka Daal, butter naan, pilau rice, and Gulab Jamun. Guests can enjoy 10% off the thali with code DIWALI10 when booking. On 19th and 20th October, the celebration continues with a Grand Celebration Buffet for £20.95 per person.

Book at: https://namastevillage.co.uk/events/

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