Banaras - The City That Never Sleeps
When Hindus die, first they go to Kashi, then ascend to heaven. Nobody has told me this, I have worked it out myself. Some reach Kashi before they are dead, their bodies, still breathing, brought to the rivers banks, for a last look at the world before their death.

Banarasi Satvik Khana, Food Fit For The Gods!
There is no better city in India for the gourmet to test his taste-buds than Banaras, says Executive Assistant Manager (and former executive chef) VISHAL KAPOOR of the Taj Ganges. However, be prepared to eat Satvik Khana... vegetarian food made without onion and garlic.

Ganga Jal, The Water Of Life
The waters of the Ganges are sacred and said to be rejuvenating. A dip in the river is the dream of every Hindu. And to die on its banks is an assurance of a berth in heaven. SHABO KHAN explores the myth behind the Holy River.

Nobody's Seen The Gourmet Maharaja Eating!
In the Holy City of Banaras, MARK MANUEL met MAHARAJA ANANT NARAIN SINGH... a reclusive gourmet who tradition demands must not be seen eating or drinking by anybody.

Khaiyke Paan Banaraswala!
One thing that symbolises the Banarasi's addiction to good things of life, is paan. The joy of eating Banarasi paan is indicative of the joy of moksha... which is spiritual enlightenment, says YOGESH ALAKNANDA.

Street Food Of Banaras
For the common man and the pilgrim, Banaras offers an amazing variety of food off the streets. From thandi thandais to luscious lassis, and chat-patta chaats to khaas kachodis, there's a whole new world of food out there. NAYIKA PANDIT reports from the streets.

The Taj Ganges In India's Holiest City
Set amidst 12 acres of greenery, the Taj Ganges is in Banaras, India�s holiest city, and offers the international traveller and pilgrim traditional warmth and hospitality, discovers FARZANA CONTRACTOR.

Banarasi Lal Mircha, It Makes Good Pickle
For the common man and the pilgrim, Big, plump and bright red, the Banarasi chilli is an excellent ingredient for a stuffed pickle.

Mutter Chura, Malai Puri Aur Chai!
The Banarasi breakfast is a simple, seasonal meal that seldom differs from house to house. UpperCrust got its taste of the menu at the haveli of SHREE RAMAN, a grand old man in Banaras of zamindari status and who is on the board of directors of the Banares Hotels Limites.