Teej Tales, Monsoon Trails, and Khoya’s Timeless Mithai
Teej is more than a festival. It’s a feeling stitched together by the scent of rain-soaked earth, the rustle of leheriya sarees, laughter echoing on ornate swings, and the quiet joy of gifting sweets that carry stories within them. For many of us, it’s a memory that begins in childhood — watching mothers prepare pooja thaalis with turmeric-stained hands, humming folk songs while the monsoon tapped gently on the windows.
Rooted in Rajasthan and celebrated across parts of North India, Teej marks the arrival of Sawan, a season of longing, beauty, and abundance. The festival traditionally celebrates the union of Shiva and Parvati, but over the years, it has become a celebration of womanhood, seasonal bounty, and the art of gifting. And at the centre of this celebration, there is always something sweet, symbolic of prosperity, joy, and togetherness.
The Aesthetics and Traditions of Teej: A Visual and Emotional Celebration
Teej is a festival of colour and contrast. The vivid greens of new leaves, silk and bangles, the fragrance of wet mehendi, and the taste of freshly fried ghevars — everything comes together to create a tableau of festivity.
In cities like Jaipur, Udaipur, and Bundi, the festival comes alive with colourful processions, temple rituals, and cultural performances. Women wear vibrant leheriya and bandhej sarees, adorn themselves with traditional jewellery, and apply intricate mehendi designs that speak of personal hopes and generational heritage. But whether Teej is celebrated in the narrow lanes of a Rajasthani town or an apartment balcony in Gurgaon, one thing remains unchanged — the joy of gifting.
Which brings us to the most enduring tradition: the Teej gift hamper. Often given by parents to daughters, by husbands to wives, or shared between friends, these hampers are an expression of love, filled with meaningful items, both sweet and savoury.
Four Flavours. One Royal Legacy – The Art of Ghewar
No Teej celebration is complete without Ghewar — the festival’s crown jewel. Believed to date back to the time of the Rajputs, this intricate, honeycomb-textured dessert originated in the royal kitchens of Rajasthan, where it was reserved for special occasions and savoured as a mark of celebration and abundance. Traditionally prepared only during the monsoon — when the air’s natural humidity aids its delicate structure — Ghewar remains one of India’s most storied festive sweets.
At Khoya, we present four gourmet variations of this regal sweet, perfect as a Teej gift for wife, mother, or sister — each bite a reflection of heritage with a modern soul:
Rose Ghewar: Fragrant and floral, infused with real rose petals — a gentle ode to nostalgia.
Malai Ghewar: Creamy and indulgent, layered with rich malai and a nutty garnish.
Rabri Ghewar: Decadently soaked in sweetened condensed milk — perfect for those who love their sweets luxuriously moist.
Saffron Ghewar: A golden bite steeped in royalty, with the warm richness of kesar.
For the Savoury Heart: Hing Kachori, Bhaji Box Snacks Box and more
Every sweet needs its savoury counterpart. Enter the legendary Hing Kachori — a deep-fried Marwari delicacy known for its intense asafoetida aroma and flaky bite. It is believed to date back to 7th-century India, with early mentions found in Jain literature. Originally a street-side staple in the trade towns of Rajasthan, it was created by merchants who needed a snack that was both hearty and travel-friendly — filled with spiced lentils, sealed tightly, and deep-fried to last without refrigeration.
Add our Bhaji Box — a curated selection of seasonal fritters — and you’ve got the ideal contrast to a rich mithai platter. Crispy, comforting, and utterly nostalgic, it’s the kind of savoury joy that makes Teej feel like home.
Inside this festive quartet, you'll find:
Mini Samosa – Golden and flaky, with a warmly spiced filling that evokes afternoon chai and family gatherings.
Mini Kachori – Bite-sized and bold, these are a nod to traditional Marwari snacking — crisp shells wrapped around tangy, spiced fillings.
Namak Para – Light, crunchy diamond-shaped bites with a hint of salt — timeless, effortless, and endlessly munchable.
Achari Mathri – A spiced twist on the classic mathri, kissed with pickle masala for that perfect tang-meets-crunch experience.
Together, they form a savoury symphony — each one distinct, yet harmoniously festive. It’s the kind of box you open for a quick snack and find yourself sharing stories over — the savoury soul of any Teej celebration.
And for those who love variety or are looking for the perfect savoury gift hamper, our Snacks Box is a must. Brimming with eight assorted savoury delights — including Magadhi, Khasta Khaja, Teekhi Sev, Assorted Nuts, and more — this box is crafted for the generous gifter, the thoughtful host, or simply the snacker with refined taste.
Each item is handpicked for its festive crunch and nostalgic appeal, designed to balance the richness of mithai with spice, salt, and subtle heat. Perfect for gifting, hosting, or tucking into during a long monsoon evening.
Sugar-Drenched Royalty – Mawa Kachori
A sweet that tells a story of Jodhpur’s desert ingenuity, first crafted by halwais in royal kitchens as a dessert that could endure Jodhpur’s arid climate The Mawa Kachori is crisp on the outside, with a lush filling of sweetened khoya, nuts, and spices on the inside — deep-fried, dunked in sugar syrup, and designed to be devoured with delight.
A Dessert Churned to Perfection – Shrikhand
Sometimes, the most enduring pleasures are the simplest. Shrikhand — a dessert with over 2,000 years of history — was first made by herders who hung curd to preserve it during travel, sweetening it the next morning with jaggery, nuts, and spices.
Over time, what began as a practical invention evolved into a ceremonial delicacy, beloved across Gujarat, Maharashtra, and beyond.
Mentioned as Shikharini in ancient Sanskrit texts, Shrikhand has graced temple offerings, royal feasts, and countless family tables — a chilled, creamy indulgence that has never gone out of fashion.
At Khoya, we offer it in two rich flavours:
Mango Shrikhand: Alphonso mango pulp meets creamy hung curd, saffron, and mango chunks — a tropical dream in every spoon.
Kesar Pista Shrikhand: Subtle, nutty, and regal — saffron and pistachios turn this into an understated luxury.
The Accompaniments: The Aftertaste of Celebration
Every great feast deserves a graceful finish — something light, fragrant, and thoughtfully composed. This year’s Teej collection includes refined accompaniments designed not to compete with sweets or savouries, but to follow them. Quietly. Elegantly. Just as they should.
At the heart of this post-meal ritual is Mukhwas — our signature digestive and palate cleanser, crafted to linger softly after indulgence. Delicate, aromatic, and full of heritage, our Mukhwas is available in three distinctive blends:
Kesar Pan – A royal twist with saffron, betel leaf, and sweet spices
Misri Saunf – A classic combination of crystallised sugar and fennel — cooling and familiar
Amla Supari – Tangy, spiced, and packed with digestive goodness
Teej Gift Hampers – For Every Mood, Every Moment, Every Mithai Lover
Whether you’re searching for the perfect Teej gift for your wife, a cherished gesture for your in-laws, or a thoughtful surprise for your closest friends, Khoya’s Teej Hampers are designed to delight.
Carefully curated and beautifully presented, these hampers capture the essence of the festival: indulgent, meaningful, and full of heart. Inside one will find Gourmet Ghewars, Kachoris, Signature Savoury Boxes, Aromatic Diffuser, Handpicked Glass Bangles, and a cone of Mehendi.
Teej is that rare kind of celebration — one that feels both inward and outward. It honours rituals but leaves room for personal meaning. It marks tradition but invites newness.
At Khoya Mithai, we believe in gifting that feels like storytelling. And this Teej, we invite you to tell yours through sweets that carry memory, craftsmanship, and care.
From monsoon melodies to mithai memories – Celebrate Teej with Khoya
