Banaras , being a historical city and India’s oldest and a holy city for Hindus and Jains is also know for its silk. No wedding trousseau is complete without a Banarasi Saree in Northern India. The Silk business is dominated by the Marwaris who are strict vegetarians who have normally a Maharaj/ Maharajan( professional Brahmin cook) to cook for them in their kitchens. There are many vegetarian families who still do not use garlic or onions in their cooking and inspite of that dish up quite a feast.

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