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The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets

Honey, Honey

Season 1 Episode 106

Chef Maria Loi travels to Kissamos to join Fragiskos Stathakis at his honey farm. While in Crete’s capital city, Maria pays a visit to Giannis Vranas at his traditional bakery, where he gives her a taste of Bougatsa (Custard Pie), Pita Kolokythi me Myzithra (Zucchini Pie), and Ryzogalo (Rice Pudding). Back in New York, Chef Loi makes a luscious Melopita, a show-stopping Greek Honey Cheesecake.

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Chef Loi visits a camel farm & learns about the cultural significance of camel milk.
Rising Stars
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Chef Maria Loi & teen chef Ayesha Al Obeidli make a local favorite, Chicken Madrooba.
A Twist on Tradition
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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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