Indian cultural celebration with festival lights

Our Story

An independently owned and operated store born from a love of Indian culture — based in Massachusetts, serving the world since 2009.

From India to Your Doorstep

Founded in 2009 and based in Massachusetts, indiafoodandgifts is a 100% individually owned and operated business — no franchises, no corporate chain, just one person's genuine passion for Indian culture and community. When we joined eBay in 2013, we found a global stage to share that passion with the world.

We operated a physical store until 2020, when COVID-19 changed everything. Rather than close our doors entirely, we pivoted fully online — and have never looked back. Today, as an eBay Top Rated Seller, we ship to customers in over 60 countries and are proud to bring authentic Indian products to doorsteps worldwide.

Because we are independently run, every order gets personal attention. There is no call center, no middleman — just a real person in Massachusetts who cares deeply about what they sell and who they sell it to. From the spice markets of Chennai to the silk weavers of Varanasi, every item we list carries the soul of India.

What We Stand For

Authenticity

We only list products we genuinely believe in — items that represent Indian culture honestly and meet the standards of people who grew up with them. This means we do not list mass-produced imitations or products that cut corners on quality. Before anything goes on our eBay store, it passes a personal inspection. We have turned down suppliers whose products did not meet our standards, because our customers deserve the real thing — not a pale substitute.

Independently Owned

There are no investors, no franchise agreements, and no corporate directives behind indiafoodandgifts. This is a solo-run business out of Massachusetts — personal, accountable, and entirely community-driven. That independence means we can make decisions based on what is right for our customers rather than what maximizes quarterly returns. It also means that when you contact us, you are talking to the person who actually runs the store, not a customer service script.

Trust Built Over Time

We have been in business since 2009 and on eBay since 2013 — over a decade of Top Rated Seller status earned through thousands of successful transactions and consistently positive feedback. Trust is not claimed; it is built one order at a time. Every package we ship is packed carefully, every question is answered honestly, and every problem is resolved personally. Our feedback record on eBay is the most transparent measure of who we are as a seller.

Truly Global

We have shipped authentic Indian products to customers in over 60 countries — from the United States and Canada to the United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, Singapore, and beyond. The Indian diaspora is a global community, and we are proud to serve it wherever it lives. Whether you are an NRI in New Jersey craving the taste of home, or a non-Indian in Norway who fell in love with Indian culture, we can bring a piece of India to your door.

Our Mission

Our mission has always been simple: to be the most trusted source of authentic Indian products for the global diaspora. We believe that cultural connection matters — that the smell of real Indian spices, the feel of a hand-woven saree, or the weight of a quality cricket bat carries something that cannot be replicated by a generic substitute. These objects are not just products; they are bridges between where you live and where you come from.

Beyond selling, we are committed to building a genuine community space — a place where Indian culture is celebrated, shared, and passed on to the next generation. Our community section, blog, and NRI news feed are all part of that commitment. We want indiafoodandgifts to be a destination, not just a store — somewhere you come to feel connected to India, whether you are shopping, reading, or simply browsing.