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, 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.
Wed, Oct 1	9:30 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.
Wed, Oct 1	8:00 P.M.	Fresh from Farm to Sea NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi travels to Greece's second largest island, Evia, where she makes Kritharaki me Manitaria (Orzo with Mushrooms) with mushrooms cultivated at a local farm.
Thu, Oct 2	12:30 A.M.	Fresh from Farm to Sea NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi travels to Greece's second largest island, Evia, where she makes Kritharaki me Manitaria (Orzo with Mushrooms) with mushrooms cultivated at a local farm.
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.
Sun, Oct 5	6:30 P.M.	Fresh from Farm to Sea NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi travels to Greece's second largest island, Evia, where she makes Kritharaki me Manitaria (Orzo with Mushrooms) with mushrooms cultivated at a local farm.
Wed, Oct 8	9:30 A.M.	Arabian Nights NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, visits chef Sergio Cabrera on Al Reem Island and together they cook MouzMari Short Ribs, as he shares his commitment to quality, flavor, and sustainability.
Wed, Oct 8	8:00 P.M.	Wood-Fired Feasts NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi travels to the farmlands of Naxos Island where she cooks, drinks, and dances like the locals do.
Thu, Oct 9	12:30 A.M.	Wood-Fired Feasts NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi travels to the farmlands of Naxos Island where she cooks, drinks, and dances like the locals do.
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.
Sun, Oct 12	6:30 P.M.	Wood-Fired Feasts NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi travels to the farmlands of Naxos Island where she cooks, drinks, and dances like the locals do.
Wed, Oct 15	8:00 P.M.	Down by the Sea NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi takes us to the historic Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel in Athens to cook with the highly celebrated Chef Bertrand Valegeas.
Thu, Oct 16	12:30 A.M.	Down by the Sea NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi takes us to the historic Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel in Athens to cook with the highly celebrated Chef Bertrand Valegeas.
Sat, Oct 18	7:30 A.M.	Arabian Nights NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, visits chef Sergio Cabrera on Al Reem Island and together they cook MouzMari Short Ribs, as he shares his commitment to quality, flavor, and sustainability.
Sun, Oct 19	6:30 P.M.	Down by the Sea NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi takes us to the historic Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel in Athens to cook with the highly celebrated Chef Bertrand Valegeas.
Wed, Oct 22	8:00 P.M.	The Magic of Crete NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi travels to Crete, the largest island in Greece, to enjoy its flavorful cuisine.
Thu, Oct 23	12:30 A.M.	The Magic of Crete NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi travels to Crete, the largest island in Greece, to enjoy its flavorful cuisine.
Sat, Oct 25	7:30 A.M.	Culinary Cornerstones NH Explore (11.2) Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, delves into the world of Mandi, a beloved Emirati dish that combines rice, meat, and spices cooked over a pit.
Sun, Oct 26	6:30 P.M.	The Magic of Crete NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi travels to Crete, the largest island in Greece, to enjoy its flavorful cuisine.
Wed, Oct 29	8:00 P.M.	Honey, Honey NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi harnesses the power of nature's sweetest gift, honey.
Thu, Oct 30	12:30 A.M.	Honey, Honey NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi harnesses the power of nature's sweetest gift, honey.
Sun, Nov 2	6:30 P.M.	Honey, Honey NH Create (11.4) Chef Maria Loi harnesses the power of nature's sweetest gift, honey.
Wed, Nov 5	8:00 P.M.	The Miracle Ingredient: Tomato Paste NH Create (11.4) 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.
Thu, Nov 6	12:30 A.M.	The Miracle Ingredient: Tomato Paste NH Create (11.4) 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.