Diwali 2026 Essentials UK: Your South Indian Shopping List from Pickeasy

The lamps are coming out and the kitchen is warming up. Diwali 2026 in the UK runs from 6 to 10 November, with the main Lakshmi Puja on Sunday 8 November. Here is your quick guide to stocking up on Indian groceries online in the UK.

1. Sweets for the Festival (Mithai)

Pickeasy has frozen Jilebi, Kozhikodan Halwa and Red Halwa. If you’d rather cook, try an instant Palada Payasam mix, Semiya Payasam mix or Parippu Pradaman mix. A festive dessert is ready in minutes.

1. Crunchy Snacks for Every Guest

Guests will drop in all week, so keep the snack bowl full.

Dry snacks (tea-time favourites):

Kerala Mixture (regular and extra hot)

Tomato Murukku

Banana Chips (salted) and Sarkara Varatti (sweet banana chips)

Jackfruit Chips

Kuzhalappam

Avalose Podi

Frozen snacks (fry or heat in minutes):

Banana Fry, Banana Puffs and Uzhunnu Vada Aloo Bonda Kozhukkatta and Ela Ada Elayada Sugar (a sweet snack)

1. Pantry Staples for the Feast

Stock up on Indian ghee, coconut oil, Matta rice, toor dal, garam masala, cardamom, cloves and cinnamon. For quick festive mains, add frozen vegetables and ready-to-eat curries like Aviyal or Thoran.

1. Pooja Items and Festive Touches

Light up your home with incense sticks from our Cookware & Pooja Items range. Serve your feast on banana leaf for a traditional touch.

1. Order Early

Pickeasy delivers authentic South Indian groceries across the UK. Browse by aisle, pick your delivery date and track your order in the Pickeasy app for iPhone and Android.

Diwali FAQs

When is Diwali 2026 in the UK? Lakshmi Puja, the main day, is on Sunday 8 November 2026. The five-day festival runs from Dhanteras on Friday 6 November to Bhai Dooj on Tuesday 10 November.

What are the best South Indian snacks for Diwali? Kerala Mixture, murukku, banana chips, kuzhalappam and frozen favourites like banana fry and uzhunnu vada are popular. They suit both family gatherings and unexpected guests.

Where can I buy Indian groceries online in the UK? Pickeasy delivers authentic South Indian groceries across the UK. You can order at pickeasy.co.uk or through the Pickeasy app.

Can I make Diwali sweets without hours in the kitchen? Yes. Instant payasam mixes make a dessert in minutes, and Pickeasy also stocks ready-made frozen sweets like jilebi and halwa.

Does Pickeasy sell pooja items? Yes. Pickeasy stocks incense sticks and traditional cookware under the Cookware & Pooja Items category.

How do I choose a delivery date? Pick your preferred date at checkout, or use the Pickeasy app to choose a delivery date and track your order.

Conclusion

Diwali is about light, family and the food that brings everyone to the table. Whether you are rolling out your first batch of snacks or planning a full five-day feast, Pickeasy makes it easy to get authentic South Indian ingredients, sweets and festive essentials without leaving home. Order early, fill your snack jars, light your diyas and enjoy the festival.

Shop Diwali essentials at Pickeasy and bring the taste of home to your table.

Happy Diwali from all of us at Pickeasy! 🪔