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The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets

Eat Like Ancient Greek Gods

Season 1 Episode 109

Inspired by her visit to the Keratsini fish market in Athens’ port city, Piraeus, Chef Maria Loi, and restauranteur Chrysoula Ypsilanti prepare Sardeles me Elies (Sardines with Olives) and Tyropitakia (Cheese Pies). Back in her kitchen, Chef Loi whips up Tyropita tis Tembelas (Lazy Chef’s Cheese Pie) and invites her friend Christian Wistehuff over to eat Lavraki me Elies (Branzino with Olives).

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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.
A Date with a Date in the Desert
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Chef Maria Loi meets with renowned chefs to make dishes with a Middle Eastern favorite, dates.
Culinary Cornerstones
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Chef Loi learns about Mandi, the culturally significant Emirati rice and meat dish.
Arabian Nights
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Chef Maria Loi travels to the desert cooking delicious local dishes under the stars.
Coffee Culture
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Chef Maria Loi learns about the customs & traditions of unique spiced coffee in the Middle East.
Vibrant Flavors
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Chef Maria Loi cooks up some traditional Emirati dishes with renowned local chefs.
It’s All Green
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Chef Loi provides an insider’s look at local produce & plants a tree at Gracia Farm,
Tide to Table
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Chef Maria Loi cooks local fish with Emirati spices, and explores the archipelago.
A Taste of Home
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Chef Loi explores the similarities between Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.
Cooking with Gold
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Chef Loi showcases Middle Eastern dishes that highlight her liquid gold – olive oil.
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