The diyas are ready. The rangoli colours are out. The house is being decorated, guests are expected—and somewhere in the kitchen, preparations have already begun. Diwali and food are inseparable. From traditional sweets and crispy snacks to festive lunches and family dinners, the kitchen becomes one of the busiest places in the home during the celebration. A little preparation can make festive cooking much easier. Here are five Krushna dairy essentials worth keeping ready for