Kashi is not only famous for its temples and ghats; food is also an important part of the pilgrimage experience. For travellers who prefer simple vegetarian meals, Satvik food, or preparations without onion and garlic, choosing the right place to eat can make a Varanasi visit much easier. In this guide, we have selected five … Read more
Banarasi Lassi is one of the classic drinks to try while exploring Varanasi. Thick, creamy and traditionally served in a kulhad, lassi is an important part of the food experience in Kashi, especially during a busy day of temple visits, ghat walks and local sightseeing. The Government of India’s Incredible India tourism guide also highlights … Read more
If you want to explore the street-food side of Kashi, Tamatar Chaat is one of the local dishes worth trying. Made with cooked tomatoes, potatoes, chutneys and spices, this popular Varanasi chaat has a soft, tangy and spicy character that makes it a natural part of a local food walk. Tamatar Chaat is especially associated … Read more
Kachori Sabzi is one of the classic breakfast experiences of Kashi. A hot, crisp kachori served with spicy sabzi, often followed by jalebi, gives visitors a simple and delicious introduction to the traditional food culture of Varanasi. If you are exploring the old lanes of Kashi in the morning, the areas around Thatheri Bazar, Kachaudi … Read more
Varanasi changes its flavours with the seasons, and winter brings one of Kashi’s most delicate traditional sweets: Malaiyo. Light, airy and served cold in a small kulhad, Malaiyo is a seasonal milk-based delicacy associated with the winter mornings of Varanasi. It is often prepared overnight in the cool winter air and enjoyed early in the … Read more
Banarasi Paan is one of the most recognizable food traditions of Kashi. A paan after a meal or an evening walk through the old lanes of Varanasi is a familiar part of the local food experience. A traditional paan is prepared by folding a betel leaf with ingredients such as kattha, chuna and different sweet … Read more
Varanasi is known for its temples, ghats and spiritual traditions, but food is another important part of the Kashi experience. For NRIs and families visiting Varanasi, trying local food can be a simple way to experience the city’s everyday culture. From an early-morning plate of Kachori Sabzi to seasonal Malaiyo, Banarasi Lassi, Tamatar Chaat and … Read more
