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The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets
Culinary Cornerstones
Season 3
Episode 309
Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, delves into the world of Mandi, a beloved Emirati dish that combines rice, meat, and spices cooked over a pit. Executive Chef Tawfik Jaber shares his secrets for making this special dish, its cultural importance, and the traditional Emirati dining style. Back in Greece, Loi creates a Goat Yiouvetsi and Marinated Chicken.
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Chef Maria Loi serves up a Mediterranean feast on the spectacular sandy beaches of Corfu.
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On Naxos, Chef Maria Loi makes a traditional Kayana (Scrambled Eggs with Tomato)
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Chef Maria Loi demonstrates the power of flour in the Greek town of Varnavas
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Chef Maria Loi visits stunning Cape Sounio in Eastern Attica.
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Chef Maria Loi travels to Monemvasia, a stunning Greek town best known as “the rock.”
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In Athens, discover what it means to “eat like the ancient Greek Gods.”
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Chef Maria Loi visits olive groves and olive oil producers from Crete to Sparta.
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Chef Maria Loi is inspired by Greece’s miracle ingredient, tomato paste.
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Chef Maria Loi harnesses the power of nature’s sweetest gift, honey.
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Chef Maria Loi travels to Crete to enjoy its flavorful cuisine.
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Chef Maria Loi takes us to the historic Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel in Athens.
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Chef Maria Loi travels to the farmlands of Naxos to cook, drink and dance like the locals.