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The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets
Breakfast the Greek Way
Season 1
Episode 113
Chef Maria Loi shows us her Cretan start to the day, soaking up the sun and sea as she sips on Ellinikos Kafes, traditional Greek coffee, and pastries. On Naxos, Maria joins Governor Ioannis Margaritis to make a traditional Kayana (Scrambled Eggs with Tomato). Back in New York, she prepares a hearty breakfast “the Greek way,” which includes Baklava Sticks, Cheese Sticks and Eggs in Tomato Sauce.
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Chef Loi visits a camel farm & learns about the cultural significance of camel milk.
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Chef Maria Loi & teen chef Ayesha Al Obeidli make a local favorite, Chicken Madrooba.
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Chef Maria Loi serves up traditional Emirati recipes with an international twist.
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Chef Maria Loi meets with renowned chefs to make dishes with a Middle Eastern favorite, dates.
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Chef Loi learns about Mandi, the culturally significant Emirati rice and meat dish.
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Chef Maria Loi travels to the desert cooking delicious local dishes under the stars.
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Chef Maria Loi learns about the customs & traditions of unique spiced coffee in the Middle East.
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Chef Maria Loi cooks up some traditional Emirati dishes with renowned local chefs.
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Chef Loi provides an insider’s look at local produce & plants a tree at Gracia Farm,
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Chef Maria Loi cooks local fish with Emirati spices, and explores the archipelago.
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Chef Loi explores the similarities between Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.
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Chef Loi showcases Middle Eastern dishes that highlight her liquid gold – olive oil.