February 9, 2025
The restaurant's namesake, Marlaina, was blind and during her lifetime she was a strong advocate for people with disabilities
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Blind Activist Embodies Mediterranean Restaurant’s Big Heart
Marlaina is responsible for the accessible crosswalks and wheelchair friendly sidewalks in Burien... and she was a longtime, loyal customer of the restaurant