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Usher in the new year, and your health with a brand new 13 part National Public television series, The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets, with chef, Maria Loi, of the critically acclaimed restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, in Manhattan. Known as the Julia Child of Greece, Maria shares thousands of years of knowledge baked into Mediterranean cuisine as she takes us island hopping across Greece.

Chef Maria Loi cooks up some classic Greek dishes on the beach in Costa Navarino.
Chef Maria Loi travels to the farmlands of Naxos to cook, drink and dance like the locals.
Chef Maria Loi visits olive groves and olive oil producers from Crete to Sparta.
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In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi cooks local fish with Emirati spices, and explores the archipelago.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Loi provides an insider’s look at local produce & plants a tree at Gracia Farm.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi cooks up some traditional Emirati dishes with renowned local chefs.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Loi showcases Middle Eastern dishes that highlight her liquid gold – olive oil.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Loi explores the similarities between Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.
Chef Loi visits the Abrahamic Family House. She also learns about the culinary culture of Abu Dhabi.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Loi learns about Mandi, the culturally significant Emirati rice and meat dish.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi travels to the desert cooking delicious local dishes under the stars.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi meets with renowned chefs to make dishes with a local favorite, dates.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi learns about the customs & traditions of their unique spiced coffee.
Chef Maria Loi shares the unknown side to the popular tourist destination that is Mykonos.
Chef Maria Loi takes us back to Naxos to show us some hidden treasures and local cuisine.
In Naxos, Chef Maria Loi introduces us to a multigenerational family and their recipes.
Chef Maria Loi embraces the local cuisine and flavors to create a true Naxian feast.
Chef Maria Loi boards a boat in Costa Navarino to make Marinated Tuna with local produce.
Chef Maria Loi brings us to Costa Navarino to learn about the legacy of Capt. Vassilis.
Chef Maria Loi cooks up some classic Greek dishes on the beach in Costa Navarino.
Chef Maria Loi serves up a Mediterranean feast on the spectacular sandy beaches of Corfu.
Chef Maria Loi introduces us to the breathtaking and sustainable Costa Navarino.
Chef Maria Loi travels to Athens to explore the culinary scene savored by the Athenians.
Chef Maria Loi explores the multicultural influences that shape the Corfiot cuisine.
Chef Maria Loi takes us to Tinos, the secret soul of Greece, to cook hearty local cuisine.
Chef Maria Loi shares the best of Corfiot cuisine and history with local chefs.
In Athens, discover what it means to “eat like the ancient Greek Gods.”
Chef Maria Loi travels to Monemvasia, a stunning Greek town best known as “the rock.”
Chef Maria Loi visits stunning Cape Sounio in Eastern Attica.
Chef Maria Loi visits olive groves and olive oil producers from Crete to Sparta.
On Naxos, Chef Maria Loi makes a traditional Kayana (Scrambled Eggs with Tomato)
Chef Maria Loi demonstrates the power of flour in the Greek town of Varnavas
Chef Maria Loi takes us to the historic Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel in Athens.
Chef Maria Loi travels to Crete to enjoy its flavorful cuisine.
Chef Maria Loi harnesses the power of nature’s sweetest gift, honey.
Chef Maria Loi travels to the farmlands of Naxos to cook, drink and dance like the locals.
Chef Maria Loi is inspired by Greece’s miracle ingredient, tomato paste.
In the shadow of the Acropolis, Chef Maria Loi prepares Mediterranean classics.
Chef Maria Loi travels to Greece’s island where to make dishes for the home kitchen.