Chef Tamta Sanodze

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About Chef Tamta Sanodze

Tamta Sanodze is a Georgian native and a prominent restaurateur in the Chicago suburbs, known for introducing authentic Georgian cuisine through her two establishments, Stumara and Pirosmani.

★Awards & Recognition

★Featured Review in Chicago Magazine (2025-01-14)★Restaurant Feature by Eater Chicago (2024-07-18)

Chef Timeline

2022

Opened Pirosmani

Pirosmani

Launched Pirosmani, a Georgian bakery and deli, in Wheeling, Illinois.

2024

Opened Stumara

Stumara

Opened Stumara, a Georgian restaurant, as a companion to Pirosmani in Wheeling, Illinois.

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Key Information

Tamta Sanodze is a Georgian native and a prominent restaurateur in the Chicago suburbs, known for introducing authentic Georgian cuisine through her two establishments, Stumara and Pirosmani.

Customer Perception

Customers praise her restaurants for capturing the romance and authenticity of Georgian cuisine, offering a tasty introduction to traditional dishes, particularly when focusing on classic preparations rather than overly 'fancy' stylings.

Cuisine Highlights

Authentic Georgian CuisineTraditional Georgian DishesGeorgian Bakery & Deli

News

A review in Chicago Magazine from January 14, 2025, highlighted Stumara's success in delivering Georgian classics.
Eater Chicago featured Stumara on July 18, 2024, discussing its opening and its role in bringing Georgian wines and dumplings to the suburban Chicago area.

Restaurants by chef

Stumara, Pirosmani

Iconic dishes

Khinkali, Khachapuri

Additional Details

Tamta Sanodze's restaurant, Stumara, operates as a companion to her bakery and deli, Pirosmani, with both establishments located adjacent to each other.

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