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The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets

A Twist on Tradition

Season 3 Episode 311

Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, visits Chef Mariam Al Mansoori, known for blending traditional Emirati recipes with international flavors. They make her innovative Saffron Hummus Cauliflower. Loi visits Chef Mario Loi at his restaurant, Mika, to make a unique bucatini dish. In Greece, Loi creates a lentil hummus & special pasta dish, Sioufihta.

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Chef Maria Loi travels to Athens to explore the culinary scene savored by the Athenians.
Colors of Corfu
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Chef Maria Loi explores the multicultural influences that shape the Corfiot cuisine.
Classic Corfu
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Chef Maria Loi shares the best of Corfiot cuisine and history with local chefs.
The Handmade Island
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Chef Maria Loi takes us to Tinos, the secret soul of Greece, to cook hearty local cuisine.
The Unknown Mykonos
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Chef Maria Loi shares the unknown side to the popular tourist destination that is Mykonos.
A Family Affair
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In Naxos, Chef Maria Loi introduces us to a multigenerational family and their recipes.
Naxian Paradise
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Chef Maria Loi takes us back to Naxos to show us some hidden treasures and local cuisine.
Comfort Food the Naxian Way
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Chef Maria Loi embraces the local cuisine and flavors to create a true Naxian feast.
Ode to Capt. Vassilis
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Chef Maria Loi brings us to Costa Navarino to learn about the legacy of Capt. Vassilis.
Simple Elegance
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Chef Maria Loi boards a boat in Costa Navarino to make Marinated Tuna with local produce.
Water, Sand, Sun
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Chef Maria Loi cooks up some classic Greek dishes on the beach in Costa Navarino.
Morning til Night
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Chef Maria Loi introduces us to the breathtaking and sustainable Costa Navarino.
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