Diwali, the festival of lights, is a five-day festival celebrating the victory of light over darkness. It is one of the biggest holidays to celebrate in the country and most important holiday of the year in India. Mithai, or Indian sweets, are a must-have for every Diwali celebration. Here are our top five destinations to get Mithai in the nation.
Mithaas, based in NJ, is a powerhouse for Indian food; it is the first restaurant in New Jersey to “transform traditional Indian fast food into a modern dining experience.” Every bite tastes like just like sweets you could find in India. Take your sugar rush home, order the Gur Rasmalai, Malpua Rabri or Halwa.
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Bombay Sweets was founded in the ‘90s and have set the precedent for Indian sweets in the Houston area ever since. The restaurant presents Northern and Southern Indian regional cuisines, and their fresh sweets use the purest ingredients. Order the pink and green Khoya Barfi, tri-color Kaju Katli or Anjeer Roll.
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Samosa House was founded in 1979 and was the first Indian Ethnic Grocery Story in Southern California. Today, it is still one of the largest Indian markets in that area. As both a restaurant and market, Samosa House is known for its delicious samosas, but it’s also a great place for desserts too. You can order delicious Carrot Burfi, Shrikhand or Boondi Ladoo.
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Maharaja Sweets has built a reputation on its sweet treats. Their motto, “Blissful delicacies brought to life: dreams are made of tingling and magical flavours in India,” couldn’t be truer. Indulge in a cold treat like Kulfi, or bite into Ras Mali or Kulfi Falooda.
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The world is at your sweet, fingertips when you walk into Rangoli Sweets. “Rangoli” is inspired by a popular Indian art style featuring patterns and designs in rich, jewel-like colors. The menu offers an array of sweets, and even offers many by the pound, including Besan Laddu, Gujia, Malai Chop, Milk Cake and Burfi.
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