The BURO Guide to The Best Festive Menus and Gift Boxes for Deepavali 2025

From lavish festive spreads to beautifully curated gift boxes, here’s where to indulge with family and friends this Deepavali 2025.

With Deepavali fast approaching, there’s no better time to start planning your festive feasts and picking out thoughtful gifts for loved ones. Falling on 20 October 2025, the Festival of Lights ushers in a season filled with vibrant flavours, sweet treats, and the warmth of togetherness that lasts well beyond the day itself. Whether you’re hosting a grand reunion or sending delicious surprises to family and friends, discover our guide to the best Deepavali menus and gift boxes to savour this season.

1. SHANGRI-LA KUALA LUMPUR

Lemon Garden at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur is turning up the heat this Deepavali with a sumptuous buffet brimming with flavours. Taking centre stage is the lamb shank dum biryani, where tender, slow-cooked meat meets saffron-scented rice. Other highlights include the lamb rogan josh, featuring a fragrant gravy, and the chicken vindaloo, offering a fiery kick for spice enthusiasts. Seafood lovers can look forward to the prawn shashlik and baby lobster biryani, perfectly paired with freshly baked naans brushed with ghee. Then, choose from desserts such as rasmalai, gulab jamun, mava burfi, and gajar halwa to end on a sweet note.

If you’re looking for something to take home, Lemon Garden 2Go presents a stunning selection of hampers, gift boxes, and handcrafted sweets perfect for sharing. Discover time-honoured delights like kaju roll, mysore pak, and coconut barfi, alongside indulgent creations such as the chocolate cardamom mousse cake and signature Deepavali pralines. Packaged and imbued with festive charm, each creation embodies the spirit of joy and togetherness this season. 

Deepavali Buffet at Lemon Garden

When: From 18 to 20 October 2025

Prices:

• Lunch: RM198 nett
• Dinner: RM258 nett (18 and 19 October) | RM198 nett (20 October)

Reservations: Call +603 2786 2378 | Email [email protected]

Lemon Garden 2Go Deepavali Gift Boxes

When: From now until 20 October 2025

Price: From RM98 per box

To order: Purchase online

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2. EQ KUALA LUMPUR

This Deepavali, Nipah at EQ Kuala Lumpur invites diners to gather for a vibrant buffet celebrating the depth and diversity of Indian cuisine. Over two days, the restaurant will present an enticing spread for lunch and dinner featuring standout dishes such as badani lamb korma, jhengga dum nish, and lamb leg tikka masala, each prepared with aromatic spices and time-honoured techniques. Guests can also look forward to fish varuval, palak paneer, and a tempting array of curries, savoury bites, and desserts that bring warmth to the table. Complete the experience with Nipah’s signature masala tea or explore a selection of international favourites for a well-rounded dining affair.

Deepavali Eve Dinner at Nipah

When: 19 October 2025 | 6.30pm to 10.30pm

Prices: RM178+ per adult | RM89+ per child (six to 12 years old)

Reservations: Website

Deepavali Lunch at Nipah

When: 20 October 2025 | 12pm to 3pm

Prices: RM158+ per adult | RM79+ per child (six to 12 years old)

Reservations: Website

3. KAYRA

There’s no better way to celebrate the Festival of Lights than with a meal that feels like home, and Kayra at Bangsar Village captures that spirit beautifully. Its Deepavali Banana Leaf Kayra Special brings together a decadent lineup of South Indian classics such as inji puli wings, ghee roast chicken, Chicken 65, mutton curry, and Kerala fish curry, alongside Kayra’s signature Malabar dum biryani. Each dish is infused with spice, warmth, and nostalgia, complemented by traditional sides including avial, thoran, coconut chutney, raita, pickle, papadum, and sambar—all served on a single banana leaf for a true taste of South India.

Deepavali 2025 Banana Leaf Kayra Special

When: From 18 to 20 October 2025 

Reservations: Call +017 215 7382

4. SOFITEL KUALA LUMPUR DAMANSARA

At Kwee Zeen, the spirit of Deepavali shines through in a colourful showcase of culture, connection, and cuisine. Whether you’re joining for brunch or dinner, the restaurant invites guests to dig into signature dishes such as chicken tikka masala, biryani rice, lamb rogan josh, and smoky tandoori chicken, each prepared with aromatic spices and traditional flair. Diners can also expect a variety of mains and accompaniments that highlight the comfort of Indian cooking, perfect for sharing with family and friends in a setting of refined elegance.

Diwali Delights Buffet Special at Kwee Zeen

When: From now until 20 October 2025

Price: From RM98+ per person

Reservations: WhatsApp +6017 511 7725 | Website

5. MARIA’S STEAKCAFE

For those who love a good grill, Maria’s SteakCafe brings a hearty twist to the Deepavali table with a special menu made for sharing. Designed for two, the set features honey mustard chicken, pan-fried Atlantic cod, and New Zealand lamb cutlets, each cooked to tender perfection. The meal also includes mushroom and pumpkin soups to start, rounding out a balanced and satisfying spread. Finish on a sweet note with banana walnut cake and prune cake—classic treats that add a touch of nostalgia to the occasion.

Maria’s SteakCafe Deepavali Special 2025

When: From now until 20 October 2025  

Price: From RM455++

Reservations: Website

6. PICHAEATS

If you’d rather skip the cooking this Deepavali, PichaEats has you covered with its special delivery-only menu made for sharing. The menu features fragrant biryanis, rich meat curries, and flavourful vegetarian options such as tauhu sambal—all prepared with homestyle authenticity. Designed to feed groups of four up to 15, these generous sets make it easy to enjoy a delicious meal in the comfort of your own home.

Deepavali Specials Menu 2025

Price: From RM137

To order: Call +6012 679 4353 | WhatsApp +6012 679 4353 | Email [email protected] 

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7. A.CROSS CREATIONS

For a truly memorable gift this Deepavali, The Tea Republic’s Delightful Diwali set combines elegance and indulgence in one artfully crafted box. Thoughtfully designed in hues of pink and gold, it features a selection of gourmet delights including omapodi mix, ceylon loose leaf tea, dark chocolate almond rochers, and spiced chai loose leaf tea. Adding an extra touch of charm are handcrafted rose and clear quartz diya candles, which symbolise light, warmth, and renewal.

Delightful Diwali Gift Box

Price: RM210 per box

To order: Purchase online

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