Diwali gifts tend to repeat from year to year. Food from Northeast India offers an alternative, and many people outside the region have not tried it.
Why consider it
Several of these foods are hard to find in other Indian cities. King Chilli comes from Nagaland, Dalle Khursani from Sikkim, and stingless-bee honey is collected in small quantities. NE Origins sources from small producers in the region. Pickles and preserves also keep for months, which suits gifts that may sit in a cupboard before they are opened.
Options by recipient
Someone who likes hot food
The Chilli Sampler Box contains King Chilli Pickle and whole Dalle chillies in vinegar. Both are very hot.
Someone new to Northeast food
The Taste of Sikkim Starter Box has Dalle Chilli Pickle, Bamboo Shoot Pickle and Kiwi Jam. The range of flavours makes it an easy introduction.
Someone who cooks
The Himalayan Pantry Box includes fermented Kinema, Gundruk and Timbur pepper. These are everyday ingredients in Himalayan kitchens.
Family
The Diwali Gift Box has five jars, among them stingless-bee honey (putka ko maha).
Orders for teams or clients
Orders of 10 boxes or more qualify for bulk pricing, and we can add a message card. Contact us or message us on WhatsApp at least a week before the delivery date you need.
All gift boxes ship free within India. See all gift boxes.
