Inspired Indian Co.

09/01/2026

I have something new to tell you about! Starting September 23, we're launching Inspired Indian Tiffin, a weekly subscription meal plan.

In India, a tiffin usually refers to a multi-course meal packed in stacked, stainless steel containers. Consider this the Inspired Indian version: four distinct, 6-item meals in microwavable bowls that can be recycled, ready to eat in minutes so no need to think about dinner, lunch, or that 9pm "I forgot to eat" moment.

I built Tiffin with Northwestern students and solo eaters in mind, having spent nearly a decade working at Kellogg watching students survive on granola bars and takeout and wondering what my own kids were eating while away at college. But really, it's for anyone who would appreciate a variety of fresh, home-style Indian meals several times a week.

If you know a Northwestern student who loves Indian food, an NU parent who worries about whether their kid is eating anything green, or anyone who might be interested, please share this post!

More details and signup link here: https://www.inspiredindiancooking.com/tiffin

p.s. Inspired Indian Supper Club is a weekly à la carte or thali-style family meal serving 2 - 3 and will share the same menu as Tiffin, no subscription required. It'll return when Tiffin launches on September 23.

We look forward to cooking for you!
- Kalpana

08/30/2026

Loved participating in Taste of Evanston for the 2nd time. Super organized and for a great cause!

08/15/2026

We’re sorry to say Inspired Indian’s pop-up at St. Errant’s today is cancelled. We hope to reschedule soon and will share a new date as soon as we have one. Thank you for your patience, and we’re sorry for the last-minute change.

08/08/2026

Naan Plates at St. Errant’s today, 8/8 from 2pm to 6pm!
Choice of Matar Paneer, Butter Chicken, or Chana Masala ($10), plus masala potato chips ($2). Saturday, August 8, 2pm to 6pm at 2000 Dempster Street, Evanston. We’ll be there until we sell out, so get there hungry and early!

08/02/2026

Hello friends! Here's what we're serving this week at Inspired Indian Supper Club.

Butter Chicken
Invented in 1950s Delhi at Moti Mahal restaurant, created to use up leftover tandoori chicken in a rich tomato butter sauce. Still one of the most recognized Indian dishes in the world.

Matar Paneer
A North Indian home-kitchen staple: fresh paneer cheese and green peas simmered in a light tomato gravy. Simple, comforting, and a fixture on family dinner tables across the region.

Baingan Bharta
Roasted cubes of eggplant get mashed with a spiced onion-tomato masala. A Punjabi classic built around fire-roasted flavor.

Dal Makhani
Another Moti Mahal invention from 1950s Delhi, this one built on black lentils simmered for hours with butter and cream. Rich, slow-cooked comfort food.

Mint Rice
Basmati rice tossed with fresh mint, a cooling counterpoint to the richer dishes on your plate.

Beet Raita
A yogurt-based side that cools down spicy meals. This version gets its color and earthy sweetness from beets.

Kachumber
A refreshing chopped salad of cucumber, tomato, red onion, and cilantro, dressed with lemon juice and a pinch of our house-blended chaat masala. Served alongside richer dishes for a fresh, crunchy contrast.

Also pickled red onions, whole wheat roti, and mango lassi.

Omnivore and Vegetarian Thalis available for $65 (save $10). Each item also available for individual purchase.

Preorder deadline: Monday, August 3 at midnight.
Pickup: Thursday, August 6 from 4:30 to 6pm at 914 Noyes St, Evanston.

Order here: https://www.inspiredindiancooking.com/supperclub

We look forward to cooking for you!

07/24/2026

We’re popping up at St Errant Brewery tomorrow, July 25, from 3 to 7pm, and we’re bringing something new: roti tacos.

We start with flaky Indian roti as the base, layer on a house blend of sharp white cheddar and Muenster, chaat masala, Kashmiri chili aioli, and cilantro mint sauce. Choose your filling: paneer, chicken tikka, or chana masala. Finished with pickled red onion and cilantro.

This one’s exclusive to the popup. You won’t find it on our regular menu at 914 Noyes.

Come hungry. See you at the brewery.

📍 St Errant Brewery, Evanston
🕒 3pm–7pm tomorrow, July 25

07/13/2026

Inspired Indian’s Supper Club (formerly H/eat at Home) is here!

Each week we prepare a 9-course meal known as a thali (“plate”) rooted in Ayurvedic principles.

Small serves 2-3 for $65 and large serves 4-6 for $130. We make an Omnivore and Vegetarian version, and each dish is available à la carte as well.

Everything is cooked fresh, refrigerated, and ready to heat and enjoy at home. Limited quantities, available by pre-order only.

On the menu this week: Chicken Bhuna, Dhaba Paneer, Green Bean & Carrot Poriyal, Dal Palak, Jeera Rice, Boondi Raita, and Kachumber Salad. Roti, mango lassi, and pickled onions also available.

- Order by Monday (tonight!) at midnight
- Pickup Thursday 4:30–6pm at 914 Noyes St, Evanston
- Delivery available for a small fee

Order now → https://www.inspiredindiancooking.com/supperclub

07/03/2026

Happy 4th!

06/02/2026

Our sourdough bread supplier can’t ship for the next month.

For most restaurants, that’s a swap-the-bread problem. For Inspired Indian, it’s bigger. Our entire sandwich menu relies on one specific brand. I tested a lot of bread before we opened. Only one made the cut.

Here’s the bigger picture. Seven months after we opened, Eater Chicago named us to their Evanston’s Best Restaurants list. The bread was just a small part of that. The real work is in the spice blends, the sauces, the flavors we layer into each sandwich.

So I’m not waiting this out. I’ve been developing some new menu directions, and this is the push I needed.

Not ready to share details yet — but stay tuned. 👀 - Kalpana

05/02/2026

04/28/2026

This week’s H/eat at Home menu is available for preorder until midnight Tuesday. This week’s rotating dishes
include Butter Chicken - tender chicken in a creamy tomato sauce,
Paneer Tikka - roasted paneer, green pepper and red onion,
Chana Masala - chickpeas simmered in a tangy, spiced gravy,
Dal Fry - yellow lentils with sautéed tomato and onion, and
Cumin Turmeric Potato - golden potatoes with toasted cumin. Order here: https://www.inspiredindiancooking.com/heat-at-home