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THE LIFE OF LOI: MEDITERRANEAN SECRETS

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Saturday, June 21st

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Abrahamic Family Spirit NEW

Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, takes us to the Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi, a place which embraces interfaith harmony. Loi visits author Hanan Sayed Worrell to learn about the multicultural culinary landscape of Abu Dhabi and to cook Fattet al Makdous, a special stuffed eggplant dish. Inspired by her travels, Loi creates delicious dishes back in Greece.

Saturday, June 28th

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Cooking with Gold NEW

In Abu Dhabi, 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. Later, Loi meets Chef Jack Jarrot at the Emirates Palace, where they make his signature Lamb Rice dish topped with gold flakes. Back in Greece, Loi cooks dishes inspired by her travels.

Saturday, July 5th

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A Taste of Home NEW

In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, explores the similarities between Greek and Emirati cuisine. Chef Sinju Varghese shares his take on a classic dish, Moussaka. Later, Loi joins Chef Mario Loi to make a Spanakopita Gratin, which perfectly blends Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors. In Greece, Loi creates a Vegetarian Moussaka and Spanakopasta dish.

Saturday, July 12th

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Culinary Cornerstones NEW

In Abu Dhabi, 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. Executive Chef Tawfik Jaber shares his secrets for making this special dish, its cultural importance, and the traditional Emirati dining style. Back in Greece, Loi creates a Goat Yiouvetsi and Marinated Chicken.

Saturday, July 19th

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Tide to Table NEW

Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, visits Abu Dhabi's bustling fish market to learn about some of the diverse local fish. Chef Faisal takes Loi to his restaurant, Ryba, where they make a grilled seabass with Emirati spices. Later, they cook aboard a boat while exploring the Abu Dhabi archipelago. Back in Greece, Loi cooks seabass with Greek herbs.

Saturday, July 26th

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Abu Dhabi's Vibrant Flavors NEW

In Abu Dhabi, 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. Later, Loi joins renowned Emirati chef, Sumaya Obaid, who shows how to make a traditional lamb stew called Thareed. In Greece, Loi makes skewered grilled chicken.