Deepavali is less than a week away, so it’s certainly time to hit some muruku and omapodi when you’re invited over for the festivities.

The thing is though, if you’re a true blue Singaporean, you know the wait is already killing you. You want to get the Deepavali vibe now itself. So where can you go?

Here are seven places to check out that won’t disappoint you in its feels on the Festival of Lights!

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The Deepavali Festival Village for 2017

Walk along Hastings Road and Campbell Lane, and you’ll find yourself face-to-face with all things Diwali, from festive bites to sweet tooth ailments and deco galore too. Traditional Indian clothing like sarees and kurta tops will be sold at a very, very cheap rate.

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The Little India Heritage Trail

There’s more to this place than textile and gold shops as well as grocery stores. Learn about the different faiths that make up the Indian community here, and check out the 11 points on the list, which takes up a distance of 2.6km. Places of interest include the Abdul Gafoor Mosque, Kampong Kapor Methodist Church and the Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple.

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Get a Cup of Masala Tea and a Snack for Teatime

YES, head over to your nearest Indian shop for your vadai/thosai/idli fix and make sure to have a cup of Bru Coffee or Masala Tea by its side. We hear that Komala Vilas is great and it’s just next to Tekka Centre too!

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Why Mustafa Centre is a Must

It’s open 24/7 and is one of the biggest malls operating here. You’ll be able to get everything under one roof – supplements, spices, clothes, groceries and even wet market items. A compulsory place to visit that’ll give you a feel of Deepavali with its items imported directly from India (and other countries too!).

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Indian Food That Has to be On This List

Nope, if you don’t count banana leaf into this, it’s just not Deepavali feels anymore. Get your fix at a range of Indian restaurants along the island. Part of the top picks have always been Anjappar, Muthu’s Curry and Banana Leaf Apolo.

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Little India Arcade

Right in the middle of Serangoon Road, you’ll find this quaint two-storey mall that’s speckled with small shops selling Indian intricacies. While you’re there, sample some great food and get a henna tattoo too.

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A Visit to Tekka Centre

Located on Buffalo Road, Tekka Centre is a maze that’s selling all things related to clothes and accessories on its top level, yet is a full blown wet market and food court below. The thing that drives this place is its really, really affordable things! This isn’t NTUC FairPrice, so bargain to get the best value out of your money.

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This article was first published on goodyfeed.com

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