Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets

THE LIFE OF LOI: MEDITERRANEAN SECRETS critic, hosted by critically acclaimed chef Maria Loi, shares thousands of years of knowledge baked into Mediterranean cuisine as she takes viewers island hopping across Greece and serves up the secret to making some of the region's most classic dishes. From the Athens rooftop of the historic Hotel Grande Bretagne that overlooks the Acropolis, to a boat moored in the Aegean sea just off Naxos island, to a mushroom farm on Evia island, Maria gives viewers a personal tour of her home country as only Maria knows how to do.

Wed, Apr 2	9:30 A.M.	The Magic of Crete NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi travels to Crete, the largest island in Greece, to enjoy its flavorful cuisine.
Fri, Apr 4	10:30 A.M.	Athens Reinvented NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi travels to Athens to explore the culinary scene savored by Athenians.
Sat, Apr 5	10:00 A.M.	Ode to Capt. Vassilis NHPBS (11.1) Chef Maria Loi takes us to one of the most unspoiled and breathtaking landscapes in the Mediterranean, Costa Navarino, to learn about the legacy of Captain Vassilis.
Wed, Apr 9	9:30 A.M.	Honey, Honey NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi harnesses the power of nature's sweetest gift, honey.
Sat, Apr 12	10:00 A.M.	Comfort Food The Naxian Way NHPBS (11.1) This week, Chef Maria Loi heads to the crown jewel of the Cycladic islands, Naxos.
Wed, Apr 16	9:30 A.M.	The Miracle Ingredient: Tomato Paste NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi heads to the Papantoniou Museum in beautiful Nafplio, where she speaks with Ioanna Papantoniou, about her life as a stage production designer and the history of Greece's miracle ingredient, tomato paste.
Sat, Apr 19	10:00 A.M.	Naxian Paradise NHPBS (11.1) This week, Chef Maria Loi brings us back to Naxos, the largest island in the Cyclades, to share some of its hidden treasures and cuisine made with the best local ingredients.
Wed, Apr 23	9:30 A.M.	The Land of Liquid Gold NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi dives into the land of liquid gold, visiting olive groves and olive oil producers from Crete to Sparta.
Sat, Apr 26	10:00 A.M.	A Family Affair NHPBS (11.1) Chef Maria Loi takes us to Naxos, known for its beautiful villages, artisanal crafts and cuisine, and wonderful people.
Wed, Apr 30	9:30 A.M.	Eat Like Ancient Greek Gods NH Explore (11.2) Greece's historic capital, Athens, is the setting for a delicious journey demonstrating what it means to "eat like the ancient Greek Gods.
Sat, May 3	10:00 A.M.	The Unknown Mykonos NHPBS (11.1) Chef Maria Loi takes us to Mykonos, one of the most famous islands in the world, to share with us the unknown side to this popular tourist destination.
Wed, May 7	9:30 A.M.	Monemvasia - The Rock NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi travels to Monemvasia, a stunning Greek town best known as "the rock.
Sat, May 10	10:00 A.M.	The Handmade Island NHPBS (11.1) Chef Maria Loi takes us to Tinos, the secret soul of Greece.