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JBF Greens Chicago x NADU

Featuring Sujan Sarkar

Tue, August 4, 2026

  • Reception 6:00 PM

    Dinner 6:30 PM

    NADU

    2518 N Lincoln Ave

    Chicago, IL 60614

  • $115

Join JBF Greens for an exploration of regional Indian cuisine at NADU, the newest restaurant from chef/owner and James Beard Award nominee® Sujan Sarkar.  

Sarkar is also behind the acclaimed Indian restaurants Indienne, a fine-dining hot spot, and Swadesi, a coffee and chai cafe. NADU, which translates to homeland in Tamil, celebrates the rich diversity of Indian cuisine with traditional dishes from more than ten regions in India.  

For the occasion, Sarkar and head chef Sanchit Sahu will prepare a dynamic multi-course menu that showcases the depth and vibrancy of India’s culinary landscape.   

Menu

Coming soon!

Additional Information

Should the event be cancelled due to any unforeseen circumstances, the James Beard Foundation will offer options including ticket exchanges, use of tickets for future events, and an option to donate tickets.

If the event is sold out, and you’d like to join our waitlist, please send your name and number of tickets to greens@jamesbeard.org.

Terms

*70% of your ticket price will go directly to the host chef to support their business; 30% will go towards the Foundation’s national programming that is rooted in advocacy, racial equity, sustainability, and women’s leadership for the culinary industry.

*Ticket price is inclusive of all food offerings, beverage pairings and gratuity.

Hosted By

National Greens Sponsor

Official James Beard Foundation Partners

Chicago Partners