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JBF Greens NYC x sawa

Tue, March 11, 2025

6:30 PM
Sawa
Price: $115 Click here for tickets!

Reception - 6:30PM EST
Dinner - 7:00PM EST

Join JBF Greens for modern Lebanese cuisine at sawa in Park Slope, Brooklyn. 

Open since April 2024, sawa celebrates the joyful togetherness of Levantine cuisine from owner Samaya Boueri Ziade. Influenced by Lebanon's passionate culture of hospitality where the table and family are one, sawa features a menu of elevated Lebanese classics with a modern touch, bringing together spices and flavors from the region with ingredients from local farmers and producers. The kitchen is helmed by chef de cuisine Soroosh Golbabae, an Iranian-born and raised chef who honed his craft at New York standouts including Gramercy Tavern, Sofreh Cafe, and Eyval. 
 
Translating to “together” in Arabic, the name “sawa” reflects the restaurant’s goal of creating a sense of community. Through an array of Middle Eastern dips, colorful mezze, and shareable entrées, diners are transported to the Beirut of Samaya's childhood.  

For this occasion, guests will enjoy a three-course family-style feast that combines traditional flavors and aromas of Lebanon with a contemporary Brooklyn twist. Wine pairings will be generously donated by Chateau Ksara.

*70% of your ticket price will go directly to the host chef to support their business while 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.  

All reservations are non-refundable and must be made in advance. Should the event(s) be cancelled due to any unforeseen circumstances, including COVID-19, The James Beard Foundation will offer options including ticket exchanges, use of tickets for future events, and option to donate tickets. 

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Menu

Chicory Salad with Charred Caraflex, Delicata, Yogurt, and Spicy Tahini
Vegetarian; contains alliums and dairy    

Hummus with Chickpea, Tahini, and Lemon
Vegan; contains alliums     

Baba Ghannouj with Charred Eggplant and Tahini
Vegan; contains alliums 

Muhammara with Charred Red Pepper, Walnut, and Pomegranate Molasses
Vegan; contains nuts and wheat 

Samke Harra > Red Snapper Filet with Tomato–Pepper Stew and Cilantro Oil
Contains alliums 

Mudardra > Lentils and Rice with Mushrooms, Crispy Onion, Tahini, Date, and Cabbage
Vegan; contains alliums 

Kafta > Ground Lamb–Beef Blend with Seasoned Pita and Whipped Garlic
Contains alliums, dairy and wheat 

Batata Harra > Crispy Potatoes with Garlic and Cilantro
Contains alliums  

Pistachio Mafroukeh with Pistachio, Semolina, Ashta, Strawberries, and Rose
Contains dairy, nuts, and wheat  

Namoura > Semolina Cake with Orange Blossom Custard and Almonds
Contains dairy, nuts, and wheat 

Mint Lemonade Sorbet with Orange Blossom
Vegan 

Related Info

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