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The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets
Tide to Table
Season 3
Episode 304
Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, visits Abu Dhabi’s bustling fish market to learn about some of the diverse local fish. Chef Faisal takes Loi to his restaurant, Ryba, where they make a grilled seabass with Emirati spices. Later, they cook aboard a boat while exploring the Abu Dhabi archipelago. Back in Greece, Loi cooks seabass with Greek herbs.
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In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi learns about the customs & traditions of their unique spiced coffee.

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In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi cooks up some traditional Emirati dishes with renowned local chefs.

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In Abu Dhabi, Chef Loi provides an insider’s look at local produce & plants a tree at Gracia Farm.

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In Abu Dhabi, Chef Loi explores the similarities between Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.

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In Abu Dhabi, Chef Loi showcases Middle Eastern dishes that highlight her liquid gold – olive oil.

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Chef Loi visits the Abrahamic Family House. She also learns about the culinary culture of Abu Dhabi.

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Chef Maria Loi travels to Athens to explore the culinary scene savored by the Athenians.

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Chef Maria Loi explores the multicultural influences that shape the Corfiot cuisine.

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Chef Maria Loi shares the best of Corfiot cuisine and history with local chefs.

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Chef Maria Loi takes us to Tinos, the secret soul of Greece, to cook hearty local cuisine.

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Chef Maria Loi shares the unknown side to the popular tourist destination that is Mykonos.

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In Naxos, Chef Maria Loi introduces us to a multigenerational family and their recipes.