‘DWTS’ duo opens café in Miami Beach: ‘We freaking did it’

Entertainment admin July 16, 2026 0 Comments

‘DWTS’ duo opens café in Miami Beach: ‘We freaking did it’

“Dancing with the Stars” pros Daniella Karagach and Pasha Pashkov are making moves out of the ballroom.

The married couple, fan favorites on the ABC reality competition, just opened a fancy little café on Lincoln Road in Miami Beach, Sulta Rosa. The concept? “A luxury dessert experience inspired by global flavors.”

Karagach, 33, and Pashkov, 40 — parents of a 3-year-old daughter — traveled to a number of cities around the world for their dance competitions over the years. They especially gelled with sophisticated streetside cafés in European cities like Paris, which have a more relaxed, people-watching vibe than your average suburban Starbucks.

“Whether you’re visiting Miami and need a break from the heat with an iced coffee and something sweet, or you’re a local looking for somewhere to work, read, or simply unwind, we wanted to create a space people could return to again and again,” Pashkov recently told Forbes, adding the location is key. “It’s one of the most iconic, walkable destinations in Miami Beach, and as parents, we loved how family-friendly and welcoming it feels. We knew it was the right place to bring the concept to life.”

Besides killer croissants, the menu also offers an “internationally curated” selection of artisanal baklava, handcrafted gelato and freshly baked cookies.

Specialty of the house? Angel Delights, a Middle Eastern treat made with Sicilian pistachios, rosewater, wildflower honey and pure fruit extract, topped with powdered sugar.

“Every piece is a small celebration,” reads the description on the website. “A moment where flavor, craft, and beauty come together in a single, perfect bite.”

Karagach, a NYC native, and Pashkov, from Russia, were on hand for a meet and greet at the grand opening last week. The Angelenos won’t be running day to day operations but will be on site frequently, we are told.

“We freaking did it ….It was so fun spending time with you all. Thank you to everyone who came and supported in person and from afar,” the foodies wrote in a joint post. “We love you guys and are on cloud nine.”