Benaras, also called Varanasi or Kashi, was one of those places where food, faith and street life all blended together. Many of our strongest food memories from the trip were vegetarian. Quick summary Place: Benaras / Varanasi Food memories: kachori sabzi, jalebi, chai, baati chokha, chole chawal and thandai Good for: vegetarian street food and … Read more
After the morning boat ride, we walked into the narrow lanes near the ghats and Kashi Vishwanath area for breakfast. I remember this part of Benaras for the small vegetarian food stops, tea stalls, sweets, paan shops and the constant movement of the old city. Quick summary Place: Benaras / Varanasi old city lanes Food … Read more
Benaras, also known as Kashi or Varanasi, is one of those places where the morning feels different. Our early boat ride gave us a quiet view of the ghats, the Ganges and the old city waking up. Quick summary Place: Benaras / Varanasi ghats Type of visit: Morning boat ride and family travel diary Food … Read more