Diwali, the festival lights, sees millions of people attend events across the world every autumn to celebrate the triumph of good over evil. Celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains, Diwali is one of the ...

For Vijaya Selvaraju, Diwali celebrations while growing up in the suburbs of Toronto centered around her mother’s home cooking — namely, the sweets. “My mom has a South Indian catering business, and ...

In the age of social media, artificial intelligence and misinformation, it’s hard to know sometimes what’s real and what’s fake. Did Pepperidge Farm really change Goldfish to Chilean Sea Bass? (Yes.) ...

As Diwali lights begin to twinkle across homes in India and around the globe, something unique and magical happens in the kitchen. The sound of a wooden ladle swirling through ghee, the smell of ...

The soft glow of diyas, the sparkle of rangoli, and the irresistible aroma of freshly made mithai, these are the sensory markers of Diwali that have remained constant across generations. Yet, whilst ...

Known as the festival of lights, Diwali is celebrated all over the world across various religions and cultures, especially in South Asia. Diwali is observed differently by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and ...

During the five days of Diwali, individuals across the South Asian diaspora come together for moments of prayer, gift-giving and family gatherings. In recent years, food enthusiasts across cultures ...

As Diwali celebrations begin worldwide, members of the Bronx community in Riverdale are preparing for the holiday with traditions that hold special meaning. Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, ...

Truth matters. Community matters. Your support makes both possible. LAist is one of the few places where news remains independent and free from political and corporate influence. Stand up for truth ...