Celebrate the Indian Festival of Lights at these great venues in Abu Dhabi.
Diwali, or Deepavali, a Sanskrit word meaning “rows of lighted lamps,” is a important festival celebrated in India and by the Indian diaspora. During the five-day celebration — also known as the “festival of lights” — clay lamps known as diyas are lit to signify the victory of good over evil.
What happens in Diwali
In India and other places where the holiday is celebrated, residents leave their windows and doors open to allow Lakshmi, the Gaddes of wealth, to find her way into their homes.
Every home is lit with diyas, leaving no room for darkness to enter, and doorsteps are decorated to welcome guests.
In addition, many people wear new clothing to thank Lakshmi for providing prosperity and good fortune. And, as evening comes, firecrackers are set off.
Is there any eating involved
Of course. Throughout the festival, traditional sweets and savory items are eaten as well as full meals, particularly on the third and fifth days. Among the sweets are diya-shaped sugar cookies decorated with icing and savories include mini-samosas and puris.
Here are some things to do this Diwali in Abu Dhabi.
Punjab Highway
Dine at Punjab Highway and their new National Highway 1 and enjoy a very special Diwali offer, a combo meal for 4 at just AED 151. Guests will be entered into a lucky draw and will get a free sweet pack on November 14.
Read full review of NH-1 here
Contact – Punjab Highway – +971 2 641 1165 / NH-1 +971 2 551 9119
Special Diwali Menu at Punjab Grill
Punjab Grill at the Venetian Village, home to exceptional modernistic Indian cuisine has a Special Diwali Menu available form Nov 11 to 14, do head over for an exceptional Diwali meal.
Read our full review here.
Contact – +971 2 449 9839 / +971 50 668 3054
Diwali Sweets at Chappan Bhog
Chappan Bhog is the traditional go to place to stock up on delectable Diwali Sweets, they have a special selection of Diwali sweets that are worth digging into. Gift packs available for delivery as well.
Available at all their their locations across Abu Dhabi for a limited time.
Visit: https://order.chatfood.io/chhappan-bhog-sweets-gifting.
Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa
Enjoy a lazy afternoon brunch for Diwali at the superb Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort and Spa and dig into a special menu filled with biryanis, kebabs, chaat and more from live cooking stations direct to your table.
Contact – +971 2 616 9999
Le Meridien Abu Dhabi
Enjoy a special Diwali Night Brunch at the Le Meridien Abu Dhabi on November 14 and get a special buy two get one free deal while you enjoy classic Indian dishes.
Contact – +971 2 644 6666
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Want to do something different, head on over to Ferrari World avail of a special reduced rates Diwali offer for Indian Nationals and check out their new attractions.
Get entry for only AED 95 from November 12 to 14.
Namak by Kunal Kapur
Enjoy a special 8 course Diwali Dinner at the superb Namak at the Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Chef Kapur has put together a stunning menu catering to veg and non veg tastes for this occasion. Available till Nov 21.
Contact – +971 2 698 8137
Bikanerwala
An array of decadent Diwali Sweets awaits at Bikanerwala on Airport Road, stop over and grab some traditional gift boxes to share with froends and family.
Contact – +971 2 441 5572
That’s our roundup of this to do this Diwali in Abu Dhabi, stay safe and have a great time.