Crystal De Luna Bogan
Crystal De Luna-Bogan, a culinary virtuoso trained at Le Cordon Bleu, orchestrates a symphony of flavors as the mastermind behind The Grilled Cheeserie. From a humble food truck to a bustling Nashville hotspot, her gourmet grilled cheese melts redefine comfort food with a dash of innovation. Raised in a vibrant Mexican household, Crystal’s palate danced with complexity from an early age. It was in culinary school and prestigious kitchens like The Four Seasons Hotel Beverly Hills and Clementine Cafe & Bakery where her love for elevated comfort cuisine truly flourished.
In 2011, alongside her husband Joseph, Crystal brought a taste of the Los Angeles food scene to Nashville, igniting a culinary revolution with The Grilled Cheeserie food truck. Now, boasting three brick-and-mortar locations, their cheesy empire has graced screens on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, CNN’s Wander Musts, and The Cooking Channel’s Eat St.
Beyond crafting culinary delights, Crystal and Joseph champion sustainability, striving for a “zero-waste” status in their eateries. Through their restaurant, they enlighten diners about the origins of their food and the importance of mindful consumption. Crystal De Luna-Bogan isn’t just serving sandwiches; she’s leading a flavorful crusade, one grilled cheese at a time.
