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The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets

Think Like a Greek, Cook Like a Greek

Season 1 Episode 111

Chef Maria Loi visits stunning Cape Sounio in Eastern Attica, and sets sail on the beautiful waters of the Aegean sea while preparing a simple Horiatiki Salata (Village Salad). In nearby Legrena, Maria and her friend Antonis Zagouris prepare classic Tsipoura Psito (Grilled Porgy) and Calamari Gemisto (Grilled Stuffed Calamari). Back in her kitchen, she invites Chef Jehangir Mehta to cook with her.

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