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.

Sat, Aug 30	7:30 A.M.	Cooking with Gold NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, joins Tala Hammash at NYU Abu Dhabi to explore some of the innovative Middle Eastern appetizers made with olive oil.
Sat, Aug 30	10:00 A.M.	Rising Stars NHPBS (11.1) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, visits Ayesha Al Obeidli, a talented chef who became the "Youngest Emirati Chef" at nine years old.
Wed, Sep 3	9:30 A.M.	A Taste of Home NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, explores the similarities between Greek and Emirati cuisine.
Sat, Sep 6	7:30 A.M.	Cooking with Gold NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, joins Tala Hammash at NYU Abu Dhabi to explore some of the innovative Middle Eastern appetizers made with olive oil.
Sat, Sep 6	10:00 A.M.	Camel Magic NHPBS (11.1) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, visits a camel farm in Al Ain to learn about the deep cultural significance of camel milk in Emirati history, and its nutritional benefits.
Wed, Sep 10	9:30 A.M.	Tide to Table NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, visits a bustling fish market to learn about some of the diverse local fish.
Sat, Sep 13	7:30 A.M.	A Taste of Home NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, explores the similarities between Greek and Emirati cuisine.
Wed, Sep 17	9:30 A.M.	It's All Green NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, shops at the bustling Mina Fruits and Vegetables Market in Abu Dhabi with Nada Elbarshoumi.
Sat, Sep 20	7:30 A.M.	Tide to Table NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, visits a bustling fish market to learn about some of the diverse local fish.
Wed, Sep 24	9:30 A.M.	Vibrant Flavors NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, dives into the vibrant flavors of the Emirates with local chef, Abu Halab, who prepares one of his signature dishes, Kamoon Tower, and a quick Baba Ganoush.
Wed, Sep 24	8:00 P.M.	In The Shadow of the Acropolis NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi, brings us to the rooftop of the historic Hotel Grande Bretagne, located in the heart of Athens and in the shadow of the Acropolis.
Thu, Sep 25	12:30 A.M.	In The Shadow of the Acropolis NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi, brings us to the rooftop of the historic Hotel Grande Bretagne, located in the heart of Athens and in the shadow of the Acropolis.
Sat, Sep 27	7:30 A.M.	It's All Green NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, shops at the bustling Mina Fruits and Vegetables Market in Abu Dhabi with Nada Elbarshoumi.
Sun, Sep 28	6:30 P.M.	In The Shadow of the Acropolis NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi, brings us to the rooftop of the historic Hotel Grande Bretagne, located in the heart of Athens and in the shadow of the Acropolis.
Sat, Oct 4	7:30 A.M.	Vibrant Flavors NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, dives into the vibrant flavors of the Emirates with local chef, Abu Halab, who prepares one of his signature dishes, Kamoon Tower, and a quick Baba Ganoush.
Sat, Oct 11	7:30 A.M.	Coffee Culture NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, learns about the Middle East's rich coffee culture and traditions.