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Diwali, the festival of lights for Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains, takes place this month. The holiday celebrates the idea of good winning over evil through partaking in food and sweets, lighting lamps, and going all out with marigold decorations. In the Austin area, there are several events full of food for the multi-day celebration.
The five-day celebration begins on Friday, November 10, with the actual Diwali taking place on Sunday, November 12, and ends on Wednesday, November 15.
Everything below is listed in chronological order. If there are other events/restaurants/etc hosting Diwali celebrations with food and/or drink, let Eater know through austin@eater.com.
Thursday, November 9 through Saturday, November 11
Tamilian Texan Kitchen
The Training Kitchen, 1901 Matthews Lane, South Austin
Austin chef Deepa Shridhar is dedicating the next dinners of her monthly series to Diwali (also known as Deepavali for South Indians) with a Thanksgiving tie. The dinners will include dishes like coconut-fried onion naan croissants with a green bean casserole, chicken-fried quail, and a dessert thali.
Prices: Tickets are $115
When: The three dinners start at 6:30 p.m.
Friday, November 10 through Saturday, November 11
Kalasi Cellars
414 Goehmann Lane, Fredericksburg
The Hill Country winery is teaming up with chef Roshni Gurnani to present a coursed dinner for Diwali/Deepavali. The three-course meal will include dishes like daal bhaat (stewed lentils), saffron rice pulao with spiced ribs, and carrot halwa. There are vegan options. Also say hello to the llama.
Prices: Alas, the meals are sold out, but email events@kalasicellars.com to get on the waiting list.
When: The two dinners begin at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 11
Radha Madhav Dham
Shree Raseshwari Radha Rani Temple, 400 Barsana Road, Far West Austin
The Hindu temple is hosting a big Diwali event with lots of food, dancing, ceremonies, and performances, with indoor and outdoor areas. Food will be served from 6 to 9 p.m.
Prices: Free to enter, parking is $10.
When: 6 to 10:30 p.m.
