Caffe Luna

Caffe Luna needs an auxiliary dishwasher for Friday and Saturday nights for approximately 15 hours a week. There are more hours available, depending on business. The shift is roughly 4-10:30

Caffe Luna is looking for a grill cook with experience cooking volume for catering and plated dinners, but is also able to cook simple, straightforward Italian food.

Part 2 Breaking News on Caffé Luna (see previous post on Parker Kennedy's retirement)

Meet Luna's new owner partners; Max Gaskins, Darcey Tinga and Brent Thompson. They are also familiar faces at Caffe Luna and have been working at Luna for most of their careers. Each became partners of Caffè Luna in 2017.

- Max Gaskins, Executive Chef, has been at Caffé Luna since 2008. Max is a Raleigh native who attended Wake Culinary School. Before taking over at Caffé Luna Max honed his skills at many top area restaurants including Second Empire, Bloomsbury Bistro and Magnolia Grill to name a few and not to mentions time spent in New York with the Silvestri family of Angelo’s of Mulberry. Max is Parker Kennedy’s cousin and after spending 7 years at Luna and was named Executive Chef in 2015.



- Darcey Tinga, Events Coordinator, began her career at Caffé Luna in 2004. Darcey is originally from Wilmington and attended both Meredith and N.C. State. She started as a hostess and server. Her wonderful way with people and her organizational skills catapulted her into the catering manager position shortly thereafter. Darcey’s customers sing her praises for the effortless way she takes them through the planning and ex*****on of weddings, rehearsal dinners, business catering and many other private events.

- Brent Thompson, General Manager, started working at Caffé Luna in 1998 and has been the General manager since 2010. Brent is a N.C. State College business major from Northern Virginia who fell in love with the restaurant business and Raleigh. He has curated one of the finest wine and beer lists in the triangle and believes in great pricing for the best selections available. His wonderful team of waitstaff will be delighted to take you on a fabulous journey through Caffe’ Luna’s delicious Italian food and warm and courteous service.

Caffé Luna looks forward to serving you authentic Italian cuisine, fine wines and hosting your special events with the welcoming hospitality you have enjoyed for almost 2 decades.

Ci vediamo presto - we'll see you soon - Happy New Year!-

Caffe Luna heads into the New Year with a big announcement... founder Parker Kennedy retiring after 26 years. Luna continues with a bright future headed by established partners who are also familiar faces and have worked at Luna for most of their careers; Darcey Tinga/Events Coordinator, Max Gaskins /Executive Chef, and Brent Thompson/Manager.

We look forward to greeting and serving our customers for years to some, whether at a wedding event or eating a bowl of pasta - Ci vediamo presto - See you soon.

WRAL NEWS on Parker Kennedy's retirement
https://www.wral.com/longtime-owner-of-caff-luna-retiring-after-25-years-of-leading-hometown-restaurant/20053174/

Caffè Luna joins with renowned Michelin Chef Silvia Baracchi and the Italian Trade Agency to bring an authentic Tuscan Piatto (dish) to Raleigh. Mezza Maniche (stuffed rings with pork ragù in cannellini bean purée soup) is our special tonight as Chef Max recreates this dish offering Raleigh Italian culinary authenticity. Please call 919-832-6090 for reservation. Www.cafeluna.com Italian Craftedbaracchi.3

Caffè Luna’s Chef Max featured in Forbes and just 23 selected restaurants team up with Michelin Chef Silvia Baracchi and the Italian Trade Agency to bring you this authentic Cortona Tuscany based special; Mezza Maniche - Stuffed Rings with Pork Ragù in Cannellini Bean Soup…. this special is available now at Caffè Luna - reservations 919-832-6090 www.cafeluna.com
Click here for the special Forbes article
https://www.forbes.com/sites/valentinadidonato/2021/10/18/meet-the-michelin-starred-chef-silvia-baracchi-who-is-teaming-up-with-23-chefs-across-the-us-to-promote-authentic-italian-cuisine/?sh=74e28888782a

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We are proud to be one of the 23 restaurants from across the United States representing Italian excellence in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency bringing you a special dish created by Michelin-Starred Chef Silva Baracchi. Here Caffe Luna Chef Max re-creates this delicious dish- Mezza Maniche, Stuffed Rings with Pork Ragù - available as a special now at Caffe Luna 919-832-6090, www.cafeluna.com Italian Crafted .baracchi.3

Looking for a sauté cook, Friday & Saturday nights. 10-16 hrs per week depending on availability.

Tonight’s specials!

Market asparagus wrapped in prosciutto, grilled & finished with Grana Padano & EVOO- $6.95

Linguini Puttanesca- Linguini sautéed with garlic, capers, olives & onions in our homemade tomato sauce - $15.95

We look forward to seeing you!

Tonight’s Special! Baked Flounder with Sautéed Spinach, Roasted Potatoes and a White Wine & Garlic Sauce- $19.95 Join us for dinner! www.cafeluna.com 919.832.6090

Come join us this week for new specials!

Controfilletto di Manzo - Sliced Grilled Sirloin Steak with Roasted Gold Potatoes, Green Beans & Salsa Verde.

Romana alla Griglia - Grilled Romaine Hearts with Gorgonzola Dressing, Tomatoes & Crispy Pancetta

Orecchiette Sienesi- Shell Pasta with Radicchio, Arugula & Italian Sausage in Pink Cream Sauce

Thank you Garner Chamber!

Congratulations (Complimenti) to the Frescobaldi wine family. Caffe Luna has been serving Frescobaldi for over 2 decades; including Remole and Danzante as our house Red and white, plus Tenuti Casteglioni and Nipozzano.
Parker Kennedy and his wife Nicole were private guests at the late Marchese di Frescobaldi’s Villa at Nipozzano, Tuscany (article here https://cafeluna.com/lunaimages/misc/frescobaldi.html ) and later the Marchese came to Caffe Luna for a special wine event, https://cafeluna.com/lunaimages/misc/frescobaldi2.html
Next time you come to Luna we hope you will enjoy one of our fine wine selections, including our house wines from Frescobaldi. https://cafeluna.com/menus/wine_list.html

Un grazie a Wine Spectator e Bruce Sanderson per questo importante riconoscimento:
“Lamberto Frescobaldi leads his family's historic wine business toward the future in Tuscany."

The news is getting out... Caffe Luna’s patio is the new hot spot in town!Come enjoy your favorite Caffe Luna dish on our newly heated terrace al fresco... call us for info and reservations 919-832-6090. Visit our website to view special menus of the week www.cafeluna.com - Ci vediamo presto -see you soon.

Downtown Raleigh restaurant, Caffe Luna, is hiring in the kitchen. We have one full-time and two part-time positions available. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparing your station for service, executing menu items to our standards, maintaining a clean and organized work station and being a team player. Experience is preferred, but we are willing to train if you are willing to learn. Must be available nights and weekends and pay will be determined by experience. Please email work experience/ resume or stop by after 2:00 Tuesday-Saturday.

***The dollar amounts in the salary boxes below are potential starting rates. Actual pay will be determined after upon hiring.***

Many special things going on at Luna this week...
first, we are continuing our Special Price fixe menu by popular demand, visit www.cafeluna.com to view delicious $20 three course menu options (Penne con Funghi pictured). Second, our resident artist, Nicole White Kennedy has just installed a whole new exhibit “Italy from a Fresh Perspective” www.nicolestudio.com just in time for First Friday Raleigh. 3rd, our patio is starting to warm up with new outdoor heaters. Ci vediamo presto! We will see you soon- (919)832-6090

Finally a gorgeous weather evening to enjoy our delicious Special $20 Price Fixe menu with 3 entree choices; Pesce Spada- grilled swordfish with sautéed new potato’s and a special herb sauce, Penne con Funghi- sauteed Cremini and Porcini mushrooms with grilled chicken, Rigatoni Napoletan in a savory ragù of pork sausage and veal slow cooked with red wine and tomatoes. Plus a choice of salad and dessert. Call us at 919-832-6090 www.cafeluna.com. Ci Vediamo Presto, we will see you soon!

Our Palm, Tuscan and VIP rooms set up for private events. We are happy to host your bridal or other private events and always comply with Covid Govt. mandates. Call 919-832-6090 or visit www.cafeluna.com for catering info and all menus. As the vaccinations continue - we will see you soon! Ci Vediamo Presto! 🤞🤞🤞🇮🇹🍷👏

Cold outside? Classic comfort food inside.
Our hearty delicious lasagna is layered with ragù alla Bolognese and bechamel. Try our rich Tortelli Crostacci stuffed with lobster, crab and prawns in a cream sauce. And who doesn’t love classic meatballs, a choice from our price fixe 3 course menu at 20 dine in.... except available for take-out This week only.

Classic menu, price fixe specials and curbside: https://cafeluna.com/menus.html. 919-832-6090. We are hoping everyone stays safe and able to get your vaccinations... Ci vediamo presto! 👍🇮🇹🙏

Since 1996 many classic Luna signature dishes have become your favorites like: Fiocchi (Fresh pasta stufffed with cheeses and pear sautéed in cream), Fantasia Di Mare (black Taglierini with grouper and shrimp), Penne Cappesante (with scallops), Farfalle al Salmone (our first signature dish) and now so many more.

What’s your favorite Luna dish? Classic Luna menu with 14 pastas, 8 entrees plus appetizers and salads - https://cafeluna.com/menus/dinner_menu_dine_in.html. Many of these dishes you can also order for take out: https://cafeluna.com/menus/dinner_menu-pick-up.html

And our weekly special price-fixe dine in menu https://cafeluna.com/menus/fixed-price-menu.html

Call us at (919)832-6090 to place your orders or make reservations. Www.cafeluna.com. We hope to see you soon - Ci vediamo presto.

For the next couple of weeks we are offering for our $20 Price Fixe Special three delicious regional Italian entree choices, plus salad and dessert choices. Entree Descriptions:
- Costoletta Agrodolce - Pork Loin Medallion Grilled and Served with Sweet & Sour Peppers and Rosemary Potatoes (pictured)
- Polpette Luna - Housemade Beef Meatballs Served with Linguini in our Homemade Tomato Sauce (pictured)
- Pasta Campagna - Rigatoni Sauté with Brussel Sprouts, Bacon and Cherry Tomatoes
Dining-in hours : Tues-Sat starting at 5pm. Call 919-832-6090
Take out menu please click here. Pick up starts at 5pm https://cafeluna.com/menus/dinner_menu-pick-up.html

DINE IN- enjoy your favorite entree surrounded by beautiful original oils by Nicole White Kennedy served by familiar faces in spacious dining rooms and safe distanced tables.
DINE OUT- enjoy your favorite entree surrounded by the comforts of your home streaming your favorite series.
Dine-in and Take out menus click here: https://cafeluna.com/menus.html
Nicole White Kennedy art www.nicolestudio.com
Call us Tuesday - Saturday after 12pm 919-832-6090. Catering info and more www.cafeluna.com

Who doesn’t love home-made meatballs served with linguini in Luna’s home-made tomato sauce... then add a salad and dessert for only 20! This hearty classic nostalgic Italian dish is one of 3 options for our Price Fixe menu. Please visit www.cafeluna.com to view all of our menus including take-out. Call (919)832-6090 for reservations, take out orders and catering info. Ci vediamo presto (we will see you soon)! 🇮🇹

We are serving a “CIAO 2020! Special Price Fixe menu for $25 dine in Tues and Wed (Dec 29 & 30). A choice of two delicious entrees, plus salad & dessert options.
• Ravioli di Aragosta (Fresh Ravioli stuffed with Maine Lobster served in cream w/plum tomatoes)
• Bistecca della Luna - (Grilled New York Strip Steak with Gorgonzola butter, rosemary grilled potatoes and grilled asparagus).

(NOTE: These entree specials are available New Years Eve but not as a Price Fixe special nor for curbside take out )

Please give us a call Tuesday after 12pm (919)832-6090 for reservations, info or to put in your take out orders, menu here https://cafeluna.com/menus/dinner_menu-pick-up.html

We will be closed New Years Day (Friday).

Happy New Year... Ciao 2020! We’ll see you soon. Ci vediamo presto 🍾🥂
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