Get Ready to Celebrate Diwali

Explore the exotic flavours currently dancing their way across India, Sri Lanka and Malaysia in celebration of Diwali – the festival of lights. Meet the family behind Madhu’s, the UK’s top-rated South Asian catering company. And whet your appetite with some of our favourite recipes, to make this year’s Diwali one to remember.

Welcome to Tilda’s celebration of Diwali

Here at Tilda, Diwali week is always an eagerly anticipated date in the calendar. A time for togetherness and the celebration of new beginnings. And of course, good food is an intrinsic part of the festivities. Find out a bit more about how we’ll be celebrating this year, here.

Meet Madhu’s: UK’s number one South Asian caterer

Since its inception in 1980, Madhu’s has been the first-choice supplier for high-profile weddings and corporate events in the UK – favoured by no less than the royal family.

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Everything there is to know about biryani

Few would argue there’s a dish more synonymous with South Asian culture than the mighty biryani – a mild yet flavourful coming-together of fried rice, veggies and spiced meat.

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Pure Basmati Rice

Vegetable Biryani

Vegetable Biryani a prized dish and real labour of love and hence made at special occasions.

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Fragrant Jasmine Rice

Rice Kheer with Jasmine Rice

Indulge in this easy-to-make Rice Kheer using Tilda Jasmine Rice, full-fat milk, and cardamom, topped with dried roses and pistachios. Perfectly sweet and ready in 60 minutes.

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Pure Basmati Rice

Paneer Curry with Pure Basmati Rice

Enjoy a delicious Paneer Curry with Tilda Pure Basmati Rice, made with a rich blend of cashew nuts, saffron cream, and aromatic spices. Ready in under an hour for a satisfying meal.

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Grand Extra Long Sella

Jewelled Pulao with Grand Extra Long Sella Rice

Enjoy Monisha Bharadwaj’s medium-difficulty Jewelled Pulao recipe, featuring Tilda Grand Extra Long Sella Basmati, aromatic spices, and vibrant vegetables, ready in just 55 minutes. Serves 4.

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12 July 2024

A mini guide to Indian street food

Join us on a culinary adventure as we explore 10 of the most popular Indian street food dishes from across the country.

Culture Guide

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14 October 2022

In celebration of Diwali

A time for sharing light, joy and delicious treats with loved ones.

Cuisine Guide

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27 July 2021

Indian

Known as the world’s greatest exporter of spices, India’s food is rich with the warmth of treasured and complex flavours that have been lovingly passed down in families for generations. While dishes vary from Northern to South Indian culture, spices and rice are the way of life, which creates the strong aromatic flavours together with the vibrant colours.

Ingredient Guide

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02 March 2021

Tips & Tricks for the Perfect Curry

With a few simple tricks, you can whip up a deliciously satisfying dish; better than anything the local takeout or supermarket can offer.

Discover Madhu’s: South Asian catering at its best

Cuisine Guide

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11 October 2024

Discover Madhu’s: South Asian catering at its best

The UK’s catering royalty of South Asian Cuisine

Cooking Inspiration

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11 July 2023

The components of a Biryani

Get to know the much-loved meat and rice combo

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