Our Wine Team
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Jeremiah Cates — Wine Director
Rhode Island native, Bostonian for the past 10… (no accent here wink wink). With 20+ years in service I’ve had uniforms ranging from a white tux and gloves to shorts and sunglasses. Greek wine has become my passion, and if it’s funky and cloudy it’s in my glass. The harder to pronounce the better!
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Maria Castañeda — Junior sommelier
Maria will make you feel welcomed and that you belong 100% into the wine world with her gently and genuine way to speak about it, while transmitting exciting knowledge and a top notch service.
Our Culinary Team
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Brendan Pelley — culinary director
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Jerry Pabla — Executive Chef
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Theo Tsilipanos — Chef Partner
Our Founders
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Demetri Tsolakis
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Tasha Breshinsky
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Kayla Padilla
The Xenia Team behind Bar Vlaha is a larger collective of hospitality minds brought together by Xenia Greek Hospitality—our parent company and the heart of all we do.
Xenia is a family of restaurants driven by a shared commitment to philoxenia: the Greek art of making guests feel truly welcome. From culinary direction and beverage programs to branding, design, and guest experience, the Xenia team supports every detail that brings our restaurants to life.
They’re the hands and minds behind the scenes, helping us stay rooted in tradition while constantly evolving—and always ensuring that every concept feels personal, intentional, and full of heart.
