As Hari Raya is almost here, we’re sure the show-stopping outfits and the delicious menus are being perfected as we speak, but it’s the presents that can often be left until the very last minute. Whether or not you’re able to spend this blessed month with the people you love, why not change up your Raya routine and consider physical Raya gift ideas to open up the season (instead of the usual cold hard cash)?
Suppose you’ve found yourself overwhelmed by the sheer choice available on the wide realms of online shopping retailers – no need to worry. In that case, we’ve cherry-picked the most promising gifts to give (and receive) that are truly luxurious and immensely thoughtful.
Godiva Raya Collection
For those who can’t say no to their cacao cravings, Godiva has put together its exclusive Raya Collection with a fresh festive design. There’s the Raya Gold Chocolate Gift Box that showcases the finest treats filled with smooth ganache, caramels, pralines, fruity centres and delicate nuts enveloped in milk, dark and white chocolate varieties. Its Riang Kupat Assorted G Cube is shaped like a ketupat and is filled with individually wrapped chocolate truffles. Godiva
BloomThis Tetangga Raya Cookies & Flower Gift Set
You can never go wrong with gifting flowers to your loved ones on this special occasion. With the Tetangga Raya Cookies & Flower Gift Set, its curated selection is bursting with festive cheer, from stunning blooms to delightful cookie treats. BloomThis
The St. Regis Warisan Melayu Gift Boxes
If you have home cooks or hot sauce connoisseurs in your life, these Raya gift collections from The St. Regis are ideal. The Signature Edition Luxury Gift Box comes with the hotel’s signature sambal of various flavours from six states, traditional and Linzer cookie jars, and some chocolate-coated dates. Meanwhile, the Signature Edition Premier Gift Box offers chocolate bonbons, loaf cakes as well as chocolate-coated dates. The St. Regis
TWG Tea Raya Collection
Inspired by the Middle-Eastern tea rituals, TWG Tea has released exclusive flavours for the Ramadan and Raya season. Its Moroccan Sahara tea, a mélange of green and black tea, is crafted for suhoor, while the Midnight Hour tea, a decaffeinated black tea infused with tropical fruits, is specially created for iftar gatherings. There are also festive hampers of macarons, mini tea jellies, sugar gems and shortbread cookies. TWG Tea
Lachér Patisserie Raya Specials
The French-inspired cake shop based in KL and PJ is bringing back its remarkable chocolate Raya cake, the Valrhona Chocolate Pecan Cake – featuring velvety dark chocolate, toasted pecans and salted caramel ganache, as well as shortbread sandwich cookies and pineapple tart as Raya gift sets. Opt for either the cake or cookies or get both delectable treats for all the sweet tooth. Lachér Patisserie
Royal Selangor Raya Pieces
Impress your guests this Raya with pewter pieces specially selected for the festive season that will add a touch of sophistication to your Raya table setup. Incorporate special treats like baklava, dates and other festive sweets on its Atiya Nut tray. Each dish is conveniently removable to share nuts and nibbles amongst family and friends. To unwind and connect over a cup of tea, its 1815 Teapot, with a graceful design, makes the tea-drinking ritual a meaningful part of the celebration. Royal Selangor
Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur’s Raya Special
Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur’s cake shop, The Mandarin Cake Shop, offers delightful Raya goodies, each imbued with Malaysian twists. For the coconut and pandan devotees, its Pandan Bliss Cake – with layers of pandan sponge, cremeux, tropical coulis and coconut crème diplomate, is sure to satisfy your tastebuds. Its Raya pralines are uniquely flavoured with locally-inspired fillings, from gula melaka to teh tarik. Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur