Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anar Gourmet Foods?

Anar Gourmet Foods is a small, minority women-owned brand offering authentic Indian seasoning blends with easy, family-tested recipes. Our products help home cooks create flavorful Indian meals at home without complicated techniques, hard-to-find spices, or prior experience cooking Indian food.

Are Anar Gourmet Foods seasonings authentic?

Yes. Our seasoning blends are based on authentic South Indian family recipes passed down through generations. Grandma’s Hot Curry Powder, a spice blend unique to our family, is the base for many of our seasonings. We’ve made them easy to use in today’s kitchen while keeping the flavors and traditions of the dishes Priya grew up with. It’s authentic Indian home cooking, made approachable for your family.

What comes in an Anar Gourmet Foods spice mix packet?

Each Anar seasoning kit includes a carefully blended mix of spices and an easy, step-by-step recipe. Our kits are designed to make a family-size meal, using your own fresh ingredients. We provide the spices and recipe, you add the fresh ingredients and make it your own!

Is Anar Gourmet Foods good for beginners?

Absolutely! Our seasoning kits were created to make authentic Indian cooking easy, whether you're trying it for the first time or you're already comfortable in the kitchen. Each blend includes a simple step-by-step recipe, so there's no need for a cabinet full of spices or any guesswork. Just add your own fresh ingredients and start cooking.

How spicy are Anar Gourmet Foods blends?

Our blends are all about flavor, not just heat. We carefully balance the spices so you can enjoy the rich flavors of Indian cooking while adjusting the heat to your family's taste. For a milder dish, use less or no jalapeño, or add heavy whipping cream, yogurt or coconut milk to mellow the heat.

Are Anar Gourmet Foods seasonings all-natural?

Yes. We believe great flavor starts with simple, thoughtfully chosen ingredients. Our seasoning blends are made with all-natural ingredients and are gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free and MSG-free, with no added sugar, chemicals or preservatives. Just carefully selected spices and authentic Indian flavor, so you can feel good about what you're serving your family.

Are Anar Gourmet Foods spices gluten-free?

All Anar Gourmet Foods seasoning blends are naturally gluten-free and made without fillers, artificial colors, or preservatives. Additionally, they are made in a dedicated gluten free facility. They are designed for clean, simple cooking while delivering bold, authentic Indian flavors suitable for gluten-free households.

How is Anar Gourmet Foods different from other Indian spice mixes?

Our seasonings come from our family’s own cooking traditions: Grandma’s unique Hot Curry Powder used as the base for many of our blends, Mom’s authentic South Indian recipes, and my own Indian fusion twists. We make our seasonings in small batches with all-natural ingredients and no gluten, MSG, soy, nuts, added sugar, chemicals or preservatives.

Each seasoning kit builds layers of flavor, with the spicy heat adjustable to your taste, so you can enjoy the bold flavors in every bite without the heat overpowering the dish. Each kit also includes an easy family recipe, so you can make authentic, home-cooked Indian food using your own fresh ingredients.

From our family to yours, we want Indian cooking to be easy, approachable and delicious.

Are Anar Gourmet Foods seasonings vegetarian or vegan friendly?

Many Anar Gourmet Foods seasoning blends are suitable for vegetarian and vegan cooking. They work well with meat, vegetables, legumes, tofu, and plant-based proteins, making them flexible for different dietary lifestyles.

Are Anar Gourmet Foods spice mixes good for gifts?

Yes! Our Indian spice mixes make thoughtful gifts for:

  • Food lovers
  • Busy home cooks
  • Gluten-free friends and family
  • Anyone exploring Indian cuisine

Where are Anar Gourmet Foods products made?

Anar Gourmet Foods seasonings are proudly made in the USA, in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area, in dedicated gluten-free facilities. Our seasonings are blended in small batches using carefully selected ingredients, so you can feel good about what you're serving your family.

Where can I buy Anar Gourmet Foods spice mixes?

You can purchase Anar Gourmet Foods products in several convenient ways — both online on our website, Amazon or Walmart Market place, and in select stores in the Pittsburgh area.


Retail Store Locator: Some blends are available at local retailers in the Pittsburgh, PA area such as Fresh Thyme, Naturally Soergel’s, Harvest Valley Farm, Shenot FarmGiant Eagle/Market Districts, and other specialty markets.

How much does shipping cost and when will I receive my order?

Shipping costs are calculated based on your location and the items in your order, and you'll see the shipping cost before completing your purchase. 

Orders over $49 qualify for free shipping within the United States. We typically ship orders within 2–3 business days, with delivery time depending on your location and the shipping method selected at checkout.

What is your return policy?

We want you to be happy with your Anar purchase. If something isn't right, please let us know and we'll do our best to make it right. We accept returns or exchanges within 14 days of receipt. If your order arrives damaged, defective or not as described, please contact us and we'll be happy to help with a return or refund. Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the buyer.