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There’s plenty to look forward to this Deepavali—having fun with your family and friends, decorating your house, and a three-day weekend coming up!

Oh, let’s not forget all the yummy Deepavali snacks we’re going to eat too 😋!

Have you ever wondered which part of India do they come from? Well, it’s time to find out:

#1 Murukku

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Everyone’s favourite go-to snack during Deepavali! Murukku comes from the Southern part of India. Its name is derived from the Tamil word ‘twisted’, and is especially popular in Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh.

#2 Laddoo

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Its origin has been debated about for a long time. It’s said that the snack comes from the Eastern highlands of India, when a trainee assistant to a vaid accidentally poured more ghee than required, resulting in round balls forming. Sounds like a delicious ‘accident’! 😉

#3 Kesari

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This dessert comes from South India, and is made with sugar, semolina (granulated wheat), ghee, raisins, cardamom, rose essence and cashews. There’s going to be a party in your mouth when you take a bite 😋!

#4 Teepi Gavvalu

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This festive snack from Andhra Pradesh is made of flour and shaped into shells. They’re deep fried and dipped in sweet sugar syrup—a delicious combo!

#5 Achuku Murukku

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No one really knows where achuku murukku comes from except that it has origins in South India and is especially popular in Kerala. Either way, this ‘rose murukku’ is the sweeter version of murukku since it’s made from sugar, eggs and coconut milk.

Did we get you in the mood for Deepavali?

Make your way to Tesco this month to get all you need for your Deepavali prep—whether it’s clothes, food or décor.

Pssst: Tesco and RAAGA are also having a contest this month and you stand a chance of winning Tesco vouchers worth up to RM200!

All you have to do is guess your favourite Stay tuned to RAAGA and check out or IG Stories at 10am every day for clues! Be the first caller through by dialling 03-9543 0993.

Good luck!