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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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Feasting on an Emerald Beach
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Chef Maria Loi serves up a Mediterranean feast on the spectacular sandy beaches of Corfu.
Breakfast the Greek Way
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On Naxos, Chef Maria Loi makes a traditional Kayana (Scrambled Eggs with Tomato)
The Power of Flour
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Chef Maria Loi demonstrates the power of flour in the Greek town of Varnavas
Monemvasia - the Rock
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Chef Maria Loi travels to Monemvasia, a stunning Greek town best known as “the rock.”
Eat Like Ancient Greek Gods
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In Athens, discover what it means to “eat like the ancient Greek Gods.”
The Land of Liquid Gold
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Chef Maria Loi visits olive groves and olive oil producers from Crete to Sparta.
The Miracle Ingredient: Tomato Paste
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Chef Maria Loi is inspired by Greece’s miracle ingredient, tomato paste.
Honey, Honey
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Chef Maria Loi harnesses the power of nature’s sweetest gift, honey.
The Magic of Crete
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Chef Maria Loi travels to Crete to enjoy its flavorful cuisine.
Down By The Sea
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Chef Maria Loi takes us to the historic Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel in Athens.
Wood-Fired Feasts
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Chef Maria Loi travels to the farmlands of Naxos to cook, drink and dance like the locals.
Fresh From Farm to Sea
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Chef Maria Loi travels to Greece’s island where to make dishes for the home kitchen.
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