NaanStop Flavors Shine Bright for Diwali Festival of Light

NaanStop, Atlanta's destination for fast, fresh Indian cuisine, is putting on a Diwali celebration to mark India's biggest and most important holiday of the year. The festival gets its name from the row (wali) of clay lamps (diya) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects them from spiritual darkness.

Celebrations in India include prayers, candles, lights, firecrackers and wonderful shared meals and sweets. During Diwali, families gather to celebrate life and commit to choosing light over darkness and making the right decisions in life, a bit like a New Year celebration. Following the religious aspect, families eat a feast that always includes a healthy dose of sweet treats.

Over Nov. 9-15, NaanStop’s three Atlanta locations invite guests to experience this joy-filled, luminous occasion over a delicious Diwali family meal of basmati rice, fresh-baked naan, samosas served with apple and tamarind chutney (Taste of Atlanta Best Bite winner), choice of two proteins and oatmeal chocolate chip chai cookies. The meal costs $49.99 and serves four people. Guests also can choose the Diwali prix-fixe menu for $24.99 per person that includes fresh naan, samosa served with apple and tamarind chutney, punjabi dal, choice of two proteins, oatmeal chocolate chip chai cookies and a specialty Indian drink (mango lassi, rosewater lemonade, masala chai and more). Guests can make it a cocktail at the Atlantic Station location for $5 additional.

On Saturday, Nov. 11, the Atlantic Station and Buckhead locations are throwing a festive, family-friendly Diwali celebration from 2-5 p.m. In addition to the special Diwali menu offerings, guests will enjoy complimentary snacks and crafts for children and learn about Diwali while painting a diya (oil lamp) to take home. A kid’s menu also will be available.