Close aides say BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi is very particular about what he eats. Modi usually prefers Gujarati food. Khichdi is his favourite, but he eats other Indian fare if it's not available. Modi does not take along a cook, but has food tasters travelling with him as a security measure. He takes ayurvedic medicines and drinks a lot of hot water to keep his vocal chords fighting fit. (PTI Photo)