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Priyanka Chopra brought the taste of home to New York with a lavish Diwali lunch curated by Chef PriaVanda Chouhan of Desi Galli.
Priyanka Chopra celebrates Diwali in New York with a Heartwarming desi menu curated by Chef PriaVanda Chouhan
For many Indians living abroad, Diwali is as much about the flavours of home as it is about lights and celebrations. Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s Diwali lunch in New York beautifully captured that sentiment, a feast of nostalgia, warmth, and festive indulgence.
Hosted by Priyanka in collaboration with Chef PriaVanda Chouhan of Desi Galli, the luncheon was a joyful celebration of Indian cuisine with a modern twist. The star’s menu brought together crowd-pleasing street food favourites and comforting home-style dishes, all curated to appeal to both adults and children.
The meal began with a tempting array of starters, Mini Kathi Rolls, Chicken Nuggets with Desi Dip, Bombay Sandwiches oozing with melted cheese, Masala Fries, Papdi Chaat, Bhel Puri, and Chilli Paneer Bites. Each dish offered a bite of India’s rich culinary tapestry, served in stylish, party-friendly portions.
The main course was a delicious mix of comfort and creativity. For the little guests, there were Mac & Cheese Cups, Mini Pasta Bowls, Butter Chicken Sliders, and Veggie Pizza Squares, a perfect balance of familiar flavours and Indian flair. The adults, meanwhile, savoured more traditional options such as Kathi Roll Platters, Hakka Noodle Cups, Butter Chicken Curry, and Paneer Tikka Masala, each dish a celebration of bold, comforting spices.
One of the afternoon’s highlights was the Mini Dosa Live Station, designed especially for kids. The interactive counter let them choose from three dosa bases, plain (vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free), cheese, and mild potato and customise their toppings. Options included extra shredded cheese, ketchup or mango ketchup, sweet corn, coconut or mint chutney, paneer bhurji, and crispy sev. It was the perfect fusion of fun and flavour.
No Indian celebration is complete without something sweet, and Priyanka ensured her guests ended on a high note. The dessert table featured Gulab Jamun Cheesecake Bites, Brownie Bites with Rabri Drizzle, and Cake Pops, accompanied by refreshing Mango Lassi Smoothies and Strawberry Shakes.
True to her roots and her love for food, Priyanka Chopra’s Diwali lunch wasn’t just a meal, it was a heartwarming reminder of home, shared joy, and the simple pleasure of festive togetherness.
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October 22, 2025, 10:34 IST
