kara rosado
General Manager
Kara Rosado has been serving and bartending in restaurants and private events over the past 18 years. She joined Zohara's team as a server in 2020 and has furthered her career through management. Under the leadership and guidance of the DORO founders, she is committed to utilizing Zohara's beautiful space and unique cuisine as the platform for a restaurant known for its wonderful customer experience and philanthropy. She is very excited to continue her career with DORO and strengthen the foundation of a longstanding institution of West Hartford Center.
Christian Spuches
Assistant General Manager
Christian Spuches is a Restaurant and Real Estate Professional with over a decade of experience.
He started working in restaurants at 16 and attained his Real Estate license at 18. By the time he was just 21 years old, he was named a Manager in both fields.
His enthusiasm for leading teams, as well as his genuine concern for customer service has led him to accept a Manager position at Zohara with the DORO Restaurant Group, a group known for its caring and passionate Managers.
In his free time, Christian enjoys playing baseball with the Wethersfield Dodgers, a team he owns in the Connecticut Twilight League.
Ilias Roshi
Executive Chef
Born in Albania and raised on the idyllic island of Naxos, Greece, Chef Ilias developed a deep appreciation for Mediterranean flavors and culture, which has been a cornerstone of his culinary journey. After relocating to the USA five years ago, Ilias has embraced the vibrant culinary scene.
Having trained and worked in top-tier restaurants and hotels, including, Mitsis Hotel in Greece, L’Ermitage, Fia restaurant in Los Angeles and an esteemed stint at the three-Michelin-star Martín Berasategui restaurant in San Sebastián Spain, Zohara is very luck to have him!
With over 15 years of culinary experience, bringing a wealth of knowledge from prestigious kitchens across Europe and the United States, Chef’s expertise encompasses Mediterranean, Greek, Spanish, French, Italian, and Asian cuisine, allowing him to create unique and memorable dining experiences that celebrate high-quality, seasonal ingredients.
Chef Ilias is not only passionate about cooking but also dedicated to fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented and collaborative environment in the kitchen. He invests in training and mentoring his culinary team, aiming to elevate their skills and foster a culture of excellence!
Now residing in Connecticut, with his wife and daughter, Chef remains committed to expanding his culinary horizons.
Fluent in English, Greek and Albanian, he values the cultural richness that diverse cuisines offer, believing that food transcends borders and brings people together. With a commitment to innovation and a deep appreciation for nature and cooking , Chef Ilias looks forward to sharing his passion for vibrant flavors and exceptional dining experiences with his community.