EMPAMARI

by Mari Luna

More than an empanada.

Something delicious is cooking…

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LATIN AMERICAN GOURMET EMPANADAS · MARI LUNA

LATIN AMERICAN ROOTS ✦ GOURMET SPIRIT ✦ MADE TO SHARE

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EMPAMARIBY MARI LUNAMore than an empanada.
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GOURMET EMPANADAS WITH A LATIN SOUL

Made to share.Impossible to forget.

Golden empanadas. Beautifully bold flavors. A little warmth in every bite. Welcome to the delicious world Mari Luna is creating.

Explore the flavors For all occasions
DISCOVER THE STORY
Golden empanadas on a rustic platter with fresh herbs, drinks and candlelight.
AN INVITATION TO GATHER
Keep exploring
THE BEAUTY OFal gustoMADE YOUR WAY
Mari Luna outdoors in a brown blazer, with a softly blurred green background.
A Vision of My OwnI bring my own perspective to the table. With EMPAMARI, there is room for bold ideas, good food, and you.Mari Luna
THE HEART OF EMPAMARI

A little empanada.
A lot of love.

I’m Mari Luna, a Los Angeles mom of twin daughters and a home cook who loves bringing people together. EMPAMARI grew from sharing empanadas with family and friends, and the curiosity and care I bring to my kitchen. Meet Mari

FOOD · FAMILY · FEELING

DISCOVER YOUR FAVORITES

One golden crust.
Endless possibilities.

Explore nine flavor concepts: Queso, Carne, Vegetariana, Vegana, Pollo, Pabellón, Guava & Cheese, Sweet Plantain & Cheese and Dulce de Leche & Cheese. Sweet recipes are in development; ask Mari Luna about ingredients, preparation and availability.

Queso — Images are illustrative and do not confirm the ingredients, size, presentation or availability of any empanada.An irresistible classic
COMFORT, REIMAGINED

Queso

Comfort in every bite
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Cheese empanada

A cheese-centered empanada concept for those drawn to a savory classic. Ask which cheeses and preparation are planned.

Carne — Images are illustrative and do not confirm the ingredients, size, presentation or availability of any empanada.Bold, satisfying flavor
THE SAVORY SIDE

Carne

Most popular
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Meat empanada

A meat-centered empanada concept with Latin American inspiration. Confirm the type of meat, ingredients and preparation with us.

Vegetariana — Images are illustrative and do not confirm the ingredients, size, presentation or availability of any empanada.Colorful creativity
A FRESH PERSPECTIVE

Vegetariana

Colorful by nature
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Vegetarian empanada

A vegetable-centered option to explore. Ask about the filling, dough and any dairy or egg ingredients before choosing.

Vegana — Images are illustrative and do not confirm the ingredients, size, presentation or availability of any empanada.Flavor your way
FLAVOR, YOUR WAY

Vegana

Plant-inspired creativity
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Vegan empanada

A planned vegan category. Confirm all filling and dough ingredients, cooking methods and shared-equipment practices directly before ordering.

Pollo — Images are illustrative and do not confirm the ingredients, size, presentation or availability of any empanada.Comfort in every bite
A COMFORTING FAVORITE

Pollo

Warm, familiar flavor
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Chicken empanada

A chicken-centered empanada concept with room for Mari Luna’s personal touch. Ask about the recipe details and current availability.

Pabellón — Images are illustrative and do not confirm the ingredients, size, presentation or availability of any empanada.A meeting of flavors
FLAVORS IN HARMONY

Pabellón

A taste of tradition
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Pabellón empanada

An empanada concept inspired by Venezuelan pabellón. The exact filling and preparation are not yet confirmed; ask us for the details.

Guava & Cheese — Illustrative image; recipe, ingredients and availability are not yet confirmed.A tropical sweet-and-savory pairing
COMFORT IN EVERY BITE

Guava & Cheese

Sweet inspiration
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Sweet empanada concept

Planned flavor: sweet guava and creamy white cheese in a golden corn shell. A tropical sweet-and-savory pairing. Recipe, ingredients and availability remain to be confirmed with Mari Luna.

Sweet Plantain & Cheese — Illustrative image; recipe, ingredients and availability are not yet confirmed.Comforting sweetness with a savory touch
COMFORT IN EVERY BITE

Sweet Plantain & Cheese

Sweet inspiration
House rating (not customer reviews)
Sweet empanada concept

Planned flavor: sweet ripe plantain and creamy white cheese in a golden corn shell. Comforting sweetness with a savory touch. Recipe, ingredients and availability remain to be confirmed with Mari Luna.

Dulce de Leche & Cheese — Illustrative image; recipe, ingredients and availability are not yet confirmed.A caramel-sweet indulgence
COMFORT IN EVERY BITE

Dulce de Leche & Cheese

Cazonci’s Favorite
House rating (not customer reviews)
Sweet empanada concept

Planned flavor: rich dulce de leche and creamy white cheese in a golden corn shell, finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar. Recipe, ingredients and availability remain to be confirmed with Mari Luna.

ILLUSTRATIVE IMAGES · SPECIFIC FILLINGS, PRESENTATION AND AVAILABILITY TO BE CONFIRMED

Pickup and delivery details will be announced after launch.

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Handcrafted golden empanadas on a rustic wooden platter✦ A VARIETY OF SAUCES & DRESSINGS
THE FINISHING TOUCH

Your flavor.
Your rules.

A beautiful empanada deserves an equally memorable finish. Our vision includes a variety of dressings and dipping sauces, designed for discovery, dipping, sharing, and finding your own perfect combination.

✦AL GUSTOMADE YOUR WAY
GOOD FOOD. GREAT COMPANY.

For every reason
to come together.

Big milestones, little victories, and the people who make them matter. EMPAMARI is being developed with family gatherings, office events and shared experiences in mind. Business and corporate catering possibilities will be announced after launch.

01

Family gatherings

Familiar faces, full hearts, and plates that bring everyone back for more.

02

Private celebrations

An elevated food experience for the moments you want to remember.

03

Special occasions

From personal milestones to the beautiful everyday reasons to celebrate.

04

Festivals & community

Flavor, culture, and the shared energy of people coming together.

General questions

Future event offerings are subject to operational readiness and applicable permits.

Mari Luna outdoors in a brown blazer, with a softly blurred green background.
A Vision of My OwnI bring my own perspective to the table. With EMPAMARI, there is room for bold ideas, good food, and you.Mari Luna
Meet Mari Luna

A little more about me

Family and the people I care about

I’m Mari Luna. I live in Los Angeles, I’m a mother of twin daughters, and I’m the person behind EMPAMARI. My life includes much more than what I cook. Family, nature, travel and learning all have a place in it, and I’d love for you to know a little about that side of me.

Family is central to my world. I value the closeness of being together and the care we show one another in everyday life. My friendships matter to me, too. Sharing food is one way I express that affection, but it is the people and the conversation that give those moments their meaning.

A curious life beyond the kitchen

Nature and travel are among the things that inspire me. I enjoy being open to different places, ideas and ways of seeing the world. That curiosity is a part of my personality I want to keep exploring. There is pleasure in discovering something unfamiliar and allowing it to bring a fresh perspective.

I also have a growing interest in holistic well-being and in how we care for ourselves and those around us. It is something I continue to learn about with curiosity. I like making room for conversations about well-being alongside all the other things that matter in life, including family, friendship and the simple enjoyment of being together.

Something personal to share

In the kitchen, that same curiosity becomes a love of trying flavors and experimenting. I’m a passionate home cook, and making empanadas for family and friends inspired EMPAMARI. I enjoy the freedom to be creative and the personal care that goes into preparing something to share. This project grows from that very personal starting point.

With EMPAMARI, I want to offer a warm welcome and keep that personal connection alive as the idea develops. I bring my love of cooking, my curiosity and my care for people to it. Thank you for taking a moment to get to know me. An empanada is a pretty good place to start.

The best things in life are meant to be shared.

MARI LUNA FOUNDER · EMPAMARI

What guides us

Our inspiration

It starts with a familiar moment: sharing something delicious with people you care about. For Mari Luna, experimenting with flavors and making empanadas for family and friends sparked the idea for EMPAMARI—a creative expression of Latin American flavor and the joy of gathering.

Our mission

Bring people together through thoughtfully imagined empanadas, personal attention and a genuine sense of community. Mari Luna is building EMPAMARI around creativity, care and the belief that good food can make an everyday gathering feel special.

The person behind the brand
Mari Luna in a black suit beside a marble kitchen island with a platter of golden empanadas.
The Kitchen Is OpenLet's make everyone feel welcome from the first bite. A platter of golden empanadas is a beautiful place to begin.
Close-up portrait of Mari Luna in a black blazer and cream blouse, with an elegant kitchen and golden empanadas in the background.
At My Own PaceI can move forward without rushing. There is strength in choosing my next step with purpose, at my own pace.
AI-edited illustrative portrait of Mari Luna in a teal tailored outfit, in a warm kitchen with a platter of empanadas.
Everyday, With StyleI believe an ordinary day deserves a beautiful pause. Bring out your favorite plates, share some empanadas, and enjoy the moment.AI-edited illustrative portrait.
Mari Luna in an emerald-green suit behind a plate of empanadas in a bright cream-colored kitchen.
Room for Something NewI leave a little room for curiosity in the kitchen. One new flavor, one fresh idea, one more reason to gather.
Mari Luna in a black dress with red trim, seated beside empanadas on a patterned platter in a rustic kitchen with copper pans.
Stay a Little LongerAt my table, conversation is part of the meal. Pass the empanadas, pull up a chair, and stay a little longer.
Mari Luna in a black blazer seated behind a platter of empanadas in a light-blue kitchen with an ocean view.
A Place at My TableYou're welcome at my table. Bring your appetite, make yourself comfortable, and let a plate of empanadas start the conversation.Mari Luna
BEYOND THE KITCHEN

Our vision

Grow from a home-inspired, online brand into more ways to share EMPAMARI: catering for a variety of occasions, custom requests and, in time, packaged products for retail. These are goals for the brand’s development—not a restaurant announcement or a promise that every service is available today. Event and custom services will be introduced after launch.

01

Gather

Share beautiful food and create genuine connections.

02

Inspire

Make space for curiosity, learning, and mindful choices.

03

Grow

Work toward future markets, packaged foods, and broader reach.

A vision for the future, not a claim that each offering is currently available.

To keep and share

A taste worth sharing.

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EMPAMARI · Latin American gourmet empanadas. Handcrafted, authentic flavor, golden crust. Founder Mari Luna. EMPAMARI.COM.

English EMPAMARI poster featuring open meat-filled empanadas against a warm kitchen background.
EMPAMARI poster · English
Before you get in touch

Good questions. Clear answers.

These details will be announced after launch. For now, we welcome general questions and are not accepting orders or bookings.

General questions
How do I place an order?

These services will be introduced after launch. For now, we welcome general questions only and are not accepting bookings or orders.

Can I pick up my order or have it delivered?

Pickup and delivery details will be announced after launch.

Can I ask about catering, including corporate events, or a custom order?

These services will be introduced after launch. For now, we welcome general questions only and are not accepting bookings or orders.

Where can I check ingredients and allergens?

Read our ingredients and allergens information, then ask Mari Luna about the specific filling, dough, preparation methods and potential cross-contact.

Do classes include a personal-use agreement?

Yes. Each participant completes Mari Luna’s separate personal-use and confidentiality agreement before teaching begins. You may cook for yourself, family and friends; sharing Mari Luna’s nonpublic instructional materials or using them commercially requires her prior written permission. The inquiry checkbox acknowledges your own terms only, not those of absent participants.

What should I bring to a class?

For an in-person lesson, the needed equipment, aprons and utensils are provided—just bring yourself. For Google Meet, agree on your preparation list with Mari Luna if you will cook along; remote materials are not shipped. Discuss any ingredient or allergy concerns beforehand.

May I photograph or record the lesson?

Only with Mari Luna’s prior written approval. Without it, photography, screenshots, audio/video recording and screen recording of the lesson or its materials are not allowed, in person or through Google Meet.

General questions

General questions only. Orders, catering and class bookings are paused.

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