A total of 100 Banjara families were randomly selected from two Tandas of Dharwad district and interviewed for food habits with pretested schedule. Results revealed that Banjaras were non vegetarians and consumption of alcohol was culturally accepted. Rawa ganji was a supplementary food to infants. Increased intake of normal diet was prefered and 'hot foods' perceived were restricted during pregnancy Special foods like 'Kado' coconut 'khara' vermicelli 'payasa' and green leafy vegetables were included and cold foods perceived were avoided during puberty and lactation. Alcohol was given during lactation period. Relatives offered meat and alcohol to grieve family during death instances