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Diwali Catering Box: Festive Snacks & Sweets for $99

Six festive favourites, 33–35 pieces, $99 — what's inside the TGP Diwali Catering Box, who it's for, and how to order and collect.

Published Sep 29, 2026
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Diwali is about coming together — lighting the diyas, sharing sweets and filling the table for family and friends. This year, The Grand Palace Indian Restaurant has packed the festive classics into one box: four savoury bites and two traditional sweets, 33 to 35 pieces in total, for $99. Here's what's inside, who it's for, and how to order and collect.

Quick Answer

The TGP Diwali Catering Box is $99 and includes Paneer Cigar Roll (5), Palak Pakora (8–10), Dal Kachori (5), Samosa (5), Motichur Laddu (5) and Gulab Jamun (5). Orders close Thursday 5 November 2026. Collection is in store only at Basement, 261 George Street, Sydney CBD. To order, or for larger orders and delivery, call (02) 8021 7696 or email bookings@thegrandpalace.com.au.

What's Inside the Diwali Catering Box

Four savoury bites and two traditional sweets — the flavours families share across Diwali.

Paneer Cigar Roll — 5 pieces

Crisp, golden pastry rolled around a spiced paneer filling.

Palak Pakora — 8–10 pieces

Spinach fritters in a lightly spiced gram-flour batter.

Dal Kachori — 5 pieces

Flaky, round pastry filled with a spiced lentil stuffing.

Samosa — 5 pieces

The classic triangular pastry with a spiced savoury filling.

Motichur Laddu — 5 pieces

Soft sweet balls made from tiny gram-flour pearls bound in sugar syrup.

Gulab Jamun — 5 pieces

Milk-based dumplings, fried golden and soaked in fragrant syrup.

Why a Diwali Box Makes Hosting Easier

Diwali snacks and sweets take time — rolling, frying and simmering syrup, usually on the same day you're getting the house ready and welcoming guests.

One box covers savouries and sweets together, ready to plate, so you spend less time in the kitchen and more time with family and friends.

Who the Diwali Box Is For

The box is designed for sharing, which makes it work for most Diwali plans.

Family Gatherings at Home

Snacks and sweets for relatives arriving through the evening.

Diwali Parties with Friends

Plenty to go round a party, without hours of cooking.

Office Diwali Celebrations

A shared festive spread for the team.

Visiting Family & Friends

Sharing mithai is a Diwali tradition — take a box with you.

How to Order & Collect

Larger Orders, Delivery & Full Diwali Catering

Hosting a bigger celebration? Contact the team for larger orders and delivery on (02) 8021 7696 or bookings@thegrandpalace.com.au.

For a full Diwali spread with service at your venue, see venue catering; for team celebrations, see office catering.

Allergens & Storage

The dishes in this box contain or may contain wheat (gluten), gram flour (chickpea) and dairy, and the kitchen handles other common allergens. If you or a guest has a food allergy, call (02) 8021 7696 before ordering.

Once collected, keep the savouries refrigerated at 5°C or below if you're not serving them within 2 hours, and reheat in the oven until piping hot.

Conclusion

The TGP Diwali Catering Box puts six festive favourites in one order — four savouries, two sweets, 33 to 35 pieces — for $99.

It suits family gatherings, parties, the office or a gift of mithai, with in-store collection at The Grand Palace Indian Restaurant in Sydney CBD.

Orders close Thursday 5 November 2026 — call to order your boxes.

Ready to experience it yourself? Tables fill fast on weeknights.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is in the TGP Diwali Catering Box?

Paneer Cigar Roll (5 pieces), Palak Pakora (8–10 pieces), Dal Kachori (5 pieces), Samosa (5 pieces), Motichur Laddu (5 pieces) and Gulab Jamun (5 pieces) — 33 to 35 pieces in total.

How much is the Diwali Catering Box?

The Diwali Catering Box is $99 per box.

When is the last day to order?

Orders close on Thursday 5 November 2026.

How do I order the Diwali box?

Call (02) 8021 7696 or email bookings@thegrandpalace.com.au with the number of boxes and your preferred collection day.

Where do I collect my Diwali box?

Collection is in store only, at The Grand Palace Indian Restaurant, Basement, 261 George Street, Sydney CBD — about a 90-second walk from Wynyard Station.

Do you deliver the Diwali box or take larger orders?

Yes — for larger orders and delivery, call (02) 8021 7696 or email bookings@thegrandpalace.com.au and the team will arrange it with you.

Is the Diwali box suitable for people with allergies?

The box contains or may contain wheat, gram flour and dairy, and the kitchen handles other common allergens, so it can't be guaranteed allergen-free. Call before ordering if anyone has an allergy.

Can I order the Diwali box for my office?

Yes — the box is made for sharing and works well for an office Diwali celebration. For bigger team events, see office catering.

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