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September 2025 | News, Blog

Back to School can also mean Back to Healthy Routines

The dog days of summer have come to an end and it’s time for back-to-school season. Whether you’re a busy parent or student on-the-go, our partnership with Dietitian Live is here to help you stick to your goals and establish a healthy routine whether you’re eating at Luna Grill..

July 2025 | News, Blog

The Mediterranean Diet: How This Ancient Diet Pattern Promotes Modern Health

Finding a sustainable eating pattern that actually works can feel impossible in today’s world of conflicting nutrition advice. That is why we are partnering with our friends at Dietitian Live. Fortunately, the Mediterranean Diet stands apart, offering a time-tested approach..

June 2025 | News

Chef, Mom, Game-Changer: How Chef Michelle is Fueling Luna Grill’s Growth

For more than 20 years, Luna Grill has quietly built a loyal following across 51 locations – but thanks to vibrant Mediterranean flavors, real ingredients, and a kitchen that actually cooks – “quiet” isn’t the word anyone’s using now. With a recent successful Chef..

April 2025 | News

Chef Michelle Goncalves Interview

Spiceology.com sat down with Michelle for their Periodically Inspired Q&A series that takes a deep dive into a chef’s story and inspiration to talk about her “blue sky” brainstorm and creative process, chef advice, cardamom, and her love of Spiceology Greek Freak. There’s..

Mediterranean feast with various dishes and people serving.

November 2019 | News

Where to Eat Middle Eastern Food in San Diego

Luna Grill This homegrown chain serves up authentic Greek kebabs and other Mediterranean eats in a relaxed, counter-service setting. For wraps there are gyros and falafel, while the flat cut chicken kabob (it comes with rice, pita, and salad) is one of the most popular signature plates...

May 2019 | News

Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6-11

Businesses want to show teachers a little love. For Teacher Appreciation Week, which kicks off Monday, some restaurants are offering free meals, buy-one-get-one free deals and discounts. The biggest freebie day for educators is Tuesday, Teacher Appreciation Day, also called National..

A beautifully presented dish featuring a savory round patty topped with a slice of tomato and surrounded by a drizzle of sauce, showcasing an artistic culinary creation.

May 2019 | News

The Best Bites From Iron Fork 2019

Nearly 2,500 people converged on Centennial Hall at Fair Park last night for the ninth annual Dallas Observer Iron Fork, which showcased 40 of the city’s best restaurants — and a particularly delicious array of Texas-produced spirits. There was incredible food throughout..

April 2019 | News

NATIONAL BEER DAY

Dish Featuring a Bowl of Hummus Surrounded by Pieces of Pita Bread

February 2019 | News

Cooking for Heart Health Month: Baba Ganoush

February 2019 February is Heart Health Month, which means it’s the perfect opportunity to take a step back and examine your diet. Among one of the healthiest diets for the heart is the Mediterranean diet, filled with healthy fats and oils in a variety of delicious dishes. Our..

inside facade of the Luna Grill restaurant

January 2019 | News

Luna Grill Is Making Its Mark In The Busy Middle Eastern Restaurant Space

January 2019 The two owners of Luna Grill are motivated by their passion for Mediterranean food and family. And when they describe their restaurant chain as consisting of “family,” they’re not exaggerating. Sean and Maria Pourteymour, who launched Luna Grill in 2004, which is..

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