`A bite of heaven': Manam Chocolate launches Diwali edition in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Chocolate has launched its Diwali edition offering a unique collection of chocolates rooted in Indian flavors and traditions.

Manam Chocolate is India’s craft chocolate brand.

Themed `Conserving the Past, Sustaining the Future’, this Diwali edition is inspired by collective celebrations and craftsmanship. Available from October 1 to November 5, the Diwali collection is designed for gifting, festive gatherings, and personal indulgence.

A Range of Chocolates for Diwali

Manam Diwali gift boxes (priced from INR 1,550 to INR 12,600) offer a selection of indulgent chocolates, from hot chocolate stirrers and creamy spreads to chocolate-coated dragees and bonbons. The 2024 edition presents a mix of snacking and indulgence chocolates, available in 10 different sizes and styles.

For those hosting festive gatherings, the Diwali snacking tray (INR 3,000) is filled with savory and sweet treats, including Raspberry & Chilli Chocolate Popcorn Dragees, Maple & Curry Leaf Mixed Nuts, and Double Chocolate Hazelnut Dragees. These trays are perfect for Diwali parties, offering a mix of salty, sweet, and spicy flavors.

Bite-Sized Indulgence

Manam’s Diwali Indulgence Selection offers curated bite-sized chocolates in a range of flavors and textures. Boxes are available in 12-piece (INR 1,500), 24-piece (INR 2,600), and 64-piece (INR 6,000) sets, each filled with truffles, bonbons, and clusters.

“Our chocolatiers have carefully curated this indulgence selection to reflect the festive abundance of Diwali,” said a spokesperson from Manam Chocolate. “With a variety of flavors like pistachio and apricot, lavender and Earl Grey, and coconut and granola, there’s something for everyone.”

Dessert Boxes for Diwali Parties

Manam’s Diwali Dessert Boxes offer a variety of freshly baked treats perfect for festive gatherings. Available options include The Brownie Box (INR 1,500), The Macaron Case (INR 1,100), The Cupcake Box (INR 2,000), and The Diwali Dessert Box (INR 2,750).

For larger gatherings, The Diwali Party Box (INR 2,450) and The Verrine Selection (INR 1,800) offer layered desserts and delicate macarons.

Customizable Chocolates for Gifting

Customers can also craft their customized chocolate boxes and tablets for gifting or personal indulgence. The Craft-Your-Own Chocolate Tablet (priced at INR 550 for 80 gm) allows customers to choose from dark, milk, or white chocolate bases and add toppings like raspberry jelly, toasted hazelnuts, or caramelized cacao nibs.

The Diwali Tablet Library (priced between INR 1,200 to INR 2,200) offers a curated selection of single-origin dark, milk, and white chocolate tablets, with flavors like raspberry-rose, pistachio fudge, and chai-biscuit.

Artistic Packaging by Namrata Kumar

The limited-edition boxes and tins for Manam Chocolate’s Diwali collection feature artwork by acclaimed digital artist Namrata Kumar. Her impressionistic style captures scenes of celebration across Manam’s cacao farms in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, and their production unit in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad.

“We wanted the packaging to reflect the joy of the festive season,” said the spokesperson. “Namrata’s artwork beautifully illustrates the coming together of people during Diwali, making these boxes a true celebration of Indian craftsmanship and traditions.”

Visit Manam Chocolate

Manam Chocolate’s Diwali Edition 2024 is available for purchase at their Karkhana on Road No. 12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, or online for pan-India delivery at manamchocolate.com. The collection will be available until November 5, 2024.