Are you in the UK and looking for Diwali snacks that actually taste like home? Most of us know the feeling. The supermarket aisle has crisps and a few samosas, but not the fafda, gathiya and chakri that filled the steel plate when we were growing up. And with five days of visitors ahead, plenty of families also want something a little lighter alongside the fried favourites.
This guide brings both together: tasty Gujarati Diwali snacks in ready-made combos, plus healthier picks like nuts, seeds and dry fruit, so you can put out a plate that pleases everyone. In 2026, Diwali falls on Sunday 8 November in the UK, with Gujarati New Year on Monday 9 November and Bhai Dooj on Tuesday 10 November.
What UK Families Look For in Diwali Snacks
For most UK families, three things matter when choosing Diwali snacks.
- Taste that feels authentic. Snacks made to traditional recipes, not a generic “Indian-style” version.
- Something lighter for the plate. Not everyone wants a full plate of fried farsan for five days running.
- Easy delivery. Not everyone lives near Wembley, Leicester or Harrow, so ordering online saves a long trip.
Chandra Foods has been making traditional Indian snacks in the UK since 1985, so the combos below are built around the flavours UK Gujarati families already know. For a piece-by-piece look at the traditional plate, see our guide to Gujarati Diwali snacks.
Tasty Gujarati Diwali Snack Combos
A combo is the quickest way to cover the whole plate in one order. Each box arrives as separate sealed packs, so you open only what you need.
| Combo | What’s inside | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Tea Time Combo | 11 packs: Bhavnagari gathiya, fully gathiya, fafda, chakri, masala papdi, fulwadi, masala tum tum, pharsi puri, salt & spicy para, black pepper papdi, sweet para | Hosting on Gujarati New Year |
| Best of Chandra Combo | 9 packs: Bhavnagari gathiya, fafda, ratlami sev, chakri, fulwadi, masala tum tum, masala boondi, bhel puri mix, sweet para | A bit of everything |
| Diwali Indian Savoury Snacks | 6 packs: pharsi puri, thika para, farali chevda, methi masala puri, chakri, sweet para | The classic festive plate |
| Spicy Indian Snacks Box | 8 packs: ratlami sev, thikhi sev, thikha gathiya, masala papdi, thika para, fulwadi, masala tum tum, masala boondi | Families who like heat |
| Spicy Namkeen Pack Combo | 4 packs: thika para, fafda, masala papdi, methi chakri | Smaller homes |
Premium Tea Time Combo
The Premium Tea Time Combo is the biggest selection in the range. With 11 different snacks, including fafda for New Year morning and sweet para for the elders, it keeps the plate interesting when relatives visit all day.
Best of Chandra Combo
The Best of Chandra Combo brings nine favourites into one box, from Bhavnagari gathiya to masala boondi. The bhel puri mix inside is handy when the younger crowd wants something to put together in a bowl.
Diwali Indian Savoury Snacks
The Diwali Indian Savoury Snacks festive collection is made for this time of year: six traditional pieces, 1.175kg in total, with a mix of crispy, spicy and lightly sweet.
Spicy Indian Snacks Box
For the family member who always says the farsan is too mild, the Spicy Indian Snacks Box packs eight of our spiciest snacks, about 1.65kg in total. Smaller homes can go for the four-pack Spicy Namkeen Pack Combo instead.
Healthier Diwali Snacks for a Lighter Plate
Diwali is meant to be generous, and nobody is asking you to give up the chakri. But putting a few lighter options next to the farsan gives guests a choice, and most people are happy to take it.
- Nuts & Seeds Box: almonds, cashews, sunflower, pumpkin, chia and flax seeds, about 1.95kg in total. Put the nuts out for guests and keep the seeds for breakfasts after the festival.
- Mixed Nuts Box: six whole nut varieties, 350g each, with no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. Ideal for a generous dry fruit bowl.
- Dried Fruit & Nut Box: almonds, cashews, jumbo black raisins, golden raisins and pitted prunes. Naturally sweet, with no added sugar.
- Farali Chevda: a traditional fasting snack, useful for anyone keeping a fast over the festival.
- Methi Chakri: the classic spiral with fenugreek leaves, a good partner for a bowl of almonds.
A quick word on portions: nuts are nutritious but energy-dense, so a small handful, around 30g, is a sensible serving. Our guide on how many nuts per day explains more.
How to Build a Diwali Plate That Is Tasty and Balanced
- Half nuts and dry fruit. Almonds, cashews, pistachios and a few raisins form the base.
- Half farsan. Three or four Gujarati favourites, such as fafda, gathiya, chakri and sev.
- Mithai on a separate dish. It keeps the savoury pieces crisp and makes sweets a choice rather than a habit.
Use smaller bowls and refill them more often. Guests still see a full plate, but each round stays a sensible size.
Which Combination Suits Your Household?
- Two to four people: the Diwali Indian Savoury Snacks collection plus the Dried Fruit & Nut Box.
- A steady stream of relatives: the Best of Chandra Combo plus the Mixed Nuts Box.
- Hosting on Gujarati New Year: the Premium Tea Time Combo plus the Nuts & Seeds Box, with a chaat combo for Diwali night.
- A spice-loving family: the Spicy Indian Snacks Box, balanced with a nut box.
Pairing one snack combo with one nut or dry fruit box also often takes your basket past £40, which qualifies for free UK delivery. For a day-by-day plan of which box to open when, see our guide to Diwali snack combos.
Diwali Night: Add a Chaat Counter
Lakshmi Puja evening is when the house is fullest. The Ultimate Chaat Party Combo has about 40 pani puri shells plus papdis, sev, boondi and gathiya, so guests can build their own papdi chaat or sev puri. Add boiled potatoes, chickpeas, yoghurt and chutneys and the evening runs itself.
Top-Ups and Gifting
If one snack always runs out first in your house, add a few single packs from our full range of Gujarati snacks to the same order. For gifting, a snack combo is a welcome present to carry on Gujarati New Year visits, while a dry fruit box remains the traditional choice for elders and for Bhai Dooj.
Keeping Diwali Snacks Fresh All Week
- Store opened packs in airtight tins, away from the cooker and radiators.
- Refill the plate little and often rather than emptying whole packs.
- Open packs one at a time, so the sealed ones stay fresh for later.
Wherever you are in the UK, Diwali snacks that taste like home are only an order away, with lighter options on the side for anyone who wants them. Happy Diwali and Saal Mubarak from the Chandra Foods family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Diwali snacks in the UK?
You can order traditional Diwali snacks online from Chandra Foods, a family-run UK brand making Indian snacks since 1985. Snack combos, single packs and nut boxes are delivered across the UK, with free delivery on orders over £40.
What are the most popular Diwali snacks?
In Gujarati homes, the favourites are fafda, gathiya, chakri, sev, boondi and para. Many families also add a bowl of nuts and dry fruit, and a chaat counter with pani puri on Diwali night.
What are some healthier Diwali snacks?
Whole nuts, seeds and dried fruit are simple, lighter options. Almonds, cashews, pistachios and walnuts are filling in small portions, and raisins or prunes add natural sweetness with no added sugar. Serve them alongside a smaller amount of farsan for a balanced plate.
Which Diwali snack combo has the most variety?
The Premium Tea Time Combo has the widest selection, with 11 different traditional snacks including fafda, two kinds of gathiya, chakri and sweet para.
Can I mix a snack combo with a nut box?
Yes. Pairing one snack combo with a nut or dry fruit box gives you tasty and lighter options on the same plate, and often takes the order past £40 for free UK delivery.
Are Chandra Foods Diwali snacks vegetarian?
Traditional Gujarati snacks are vegetarian, and combos such as the Spicy Indian Snacks Box are listed as suitable for vegetarians. The nut and dry fruit boxes are listed as suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Check each product page for full ingredient and allergen details.
How do I keep Diwali snacks crisp?
Store opened packs in airtight tins away from heat and steam, refill the plate in small amounts, and keep sweets on a separate dish so they don’t soften the savoury pieces.
