Diwali, also known as the ‘Festival of Lights’, was celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains around the world on 11 November. Diwali has significance to all three religious groups, making it the most widely celebrated festival in the Indian diaspora. The day is believed to mark new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, with the word Diwali, or Deepavali, meaning ‘row of lamps’ in Sanskrit.

Diwali also represents a renewal of commitment to family values, with many gathering with friends and loved ones to celebrate the festival. As Indians make up the largest foreign-born population in the UK, it is no surprise that Diwali was celebrated in huge numbers around the country, with many Indians and non-Indians alike participating in the festivities.

Sweet pastries and cakes are often covered or decorated with silver leaf, which is available in 2 size 50 x 50 mm or larger size of 80 x 80 mm