February 2019Blog
Did you know that February is Heart Month? 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. All month long we’ll be sharing special (and simple) recipes crafted by Maria and Chef Ron that are good for the heart.
Read MoreJanuary 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 based in San Diego, California, are husband and wife. Sean serves
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January 2019 After 20 years as chef de cuisine at The Marine Room, Oliver recently became executive chef at Luna Grill, where he is in charge of menu development. If you’ve driven by a Luna Grill (there will be 50 by the end of March) and assumed they were just another fast-food outlet, you’d be
Read MoreJanuary 2019 “Luna Grill will have a location inside Sycuan’s “UnCommons,” a fast casual dining experience featuring five San Diego restaurants and a variety of cuisines for guests to enjoy. Luna Grill joins other iconic brands such as Phil’s BBQ, Hodad’s, The Hangry Slice and Lucha Libre Gourmet Taco Shop in the new dining hall.” Read
Read MoreJanuary 2019In The News
October 2018. “Luna Grill is opening their newest restaurant in Chino Hills on October 23 at 3660-A Grand Ave, Chino Hills, California, 91709. Beloved by “LUNAtics” everywhere, Luna Grill is a rapidly growing restaurant group serving fresh Mediterranean food crafted with care. Friends and family are the foundation of everything Luna Grill does: creating a
Read MoreJanuary 2019Blog
The new year brings a lot of talk about, well… diets. It can be overwhelming and to be honest, a bit exhausting. While we were thrilled to hear that the Mediterranean Diet was named 2019 Best Diet by U.S. News, we think it is so much more than just a “diet.” It’s not a fad
Read MoreDecember 2018Blog
New Year’s Eve is right around the corner! What will you be serving? We’re looking for inspiration from our one and only Chief Cuisine Officer, Maria Pourteymour. For the holidays, Maria recommends her favorite “anyday” cocktail… meaning it’s not just great for the holidays but also perfect for happy hours on the patio, special events,
Read MoreDecember 2018Blog
The holidays are upon us which means work potlucks, family gatherings, celebrations with friends and more! Looking for the perfect side dish to bring? Chef Ron is at your service with his Cacao Nib Studded Green Beans with Citrus Zest recipe. This refreshing dish is the perfect side to serve at your table. It’s also
Read MoreLuna Grill, one of the country’s hottest fast casual Mediterranean concepts, announced that award-winning cookbook author and former Chef de Cuisine of the Marine Room in La Jolla, CA, Ron Oliver, has recently joined the culinary team as Executive Chef working along side Co-Founder and Chief Culinary Officer, Maria Pourteymour. Ron Oliver grew up in
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“Sean and Maria Pourteymour got engaged after only knowing each other for 1 1/2 weeks. It’s that same spontaneity and self-assuredness that led them to become entrepreneurial trailblazers. What launched in 2004 by the power couple as a small Mediterranean family restaurant in San Diego after not being able to find a healthy fast-food alternative has
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