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Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets

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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.

Episodes:

• Ode to Capt. Vassilis

  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. Maria meets with the ladies at Pylos House to make Braised Chicken with Fresh Peasant Pasta. Back in New York, Chef Loi prepares meals inspired by her travels, Greek Honey Buns with Pecans and Homemade Pasta with Ground Turkey Sauce.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Nov 29th, 2024 at 2:30 PM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• Comfort Food The Naxian Way

  This week, Chef Maria Loi heads to the crown jewel of the Cycladic islands, Naxos. Maria embraces the amazing local cuisine of the island to create a true Naxian feast with local chef, Yiannis Ikonomou. Together, they make a delicious Chicken Pie and Grilled Tuna Filet with Potato Salad. Back in New York, Chef Loi serves up some Naxian-inspired comfort foods.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Dec 6th, 2024 at 2:30 PM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:26:45
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• Naxian Paradise

  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. Maria meets Chef Antonis Karamanis, and fisherman, Stelios Grillis to cook classic Naxian dishes: Traditional Grilled Squid and Fish Stew. Back in New York, Maria serves up dishes inspired by her time on Naxos.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Dec 13th, 2024 at 2:30 PM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• A Family Affair

  Chef Maria Loi takes us to Naxos, known for its beautiful villages, artisanal crafts and cuisine, and wonderful people. Maria introduces us to the Polykreti family, with whom she makes two special Naxian dishes: Cheese Bread and Roasted Seasonal Vegetables with Lamb. Back in her New York kitchen, Maria shares some easy adaptions of these Naxian treasures.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Dec 20th, 2024 at 2:30 PM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• The Unknown Mykonos

  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. Maria meets with Chef Miltos Karoubas to prepare an Onion Pie, and later with Teta Fragiadaki to make Spinach and Leek Pie. Back in New York, Chef Loi prepares simple dishes inspired by her travels: an Open Face Onion Pita, and Spinach Pie Muffins.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Dec 27th, 2024 at 2:30 PM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• The Handmade Island

  Chef Maria Loi takes us to Tinos, the secret soul of Greece. Just a short boat ride from Mykonos, this island has a cuisine all its own. Maria meets with chefs Antonia Zarpa and Vassilis Plakias to prepare Chickpeas with Local Aromatics and a hearty Artichoke Pie. Back in New York, Maria embraces the flavors of Tinos and creates dishes inspired by her travels.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Jan 3rd, 2025 at 2:30 PM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• Classic Corfu

  Chef Maria Loi brings us to Corfu, one of the most multi-cultural Greek islands, to share the best of Corfiot cuisine. Maria meets with Chef Liana Barba to cook a traditional Pasta with Shrimp dish, and later by the pool, Maria makes Potatoes with Wild Greens and Feta. Back in New York, Maria, inspired by Corfu, prepares Braised Chicken with Cinnamon and Tomato, and a Warm Potato Salad.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Jan 10th, 2025 at 2:30 PM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• Colors of Corfu

  Chef Maria Loi is back on the Greek island of Corfu exploring the many cultures that have influenced the unique Corfiot cuisine. Maria meets with chefs Tasos Andriotis and Aristotelis Megoulas to prepare a Bitter Orange Salad and a Multigrain Soup. Back in New York, Maria takes inspiration from these Corfiot dishes and shares some recipes that are easy to create at home.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Jan 17th, 2025 at 2:30 PM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• Athens Reinvented

  Chef Maria Loi travels to Athens to explore the culinary scene savored by Athenians. Maria meets with Chef Christos Bouboulis to make a Spit Roasted Lamb. And later, under the light of the Acropolis, she joins Chef Thodoris Afentakis to make a delicious Celery Root Soup. Back in New York, Maria creates simple and tasty dishes inspired by her travels: Lamb Souvlaki and Roasted Cauliflower Soup.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Jan 24th, 2025 at 2:30 PM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• Breakfast The Greek Way

  Chef Maria Loi shows us her Cretan start to the morning, soaking up the sun and sea as she sips on Ellinikos Kafes, traditional Greek coffee, and pastries. She then heads to Naxos, and after collecting some eggs, joins the Governor of Naxos, Ioannis Margaritis, to make a traditional Kayana (Scrambled Eggs with Tomato). Back in New York, she prepares a hearty breakfast "the Greek way" with the help of frequent diners turned friends, Deborah Grausman & Dr. Orlando Gonzalez. First, she makes Baklava Ravdakia (Baklava Sticks), Ravdakia me Tyri (Cheese Sticks), and Ellinikos Kafes (Traditional Greek Coffee) for Deborah, who literally sings with joy! Maria then follows that up with a twist on the traditional Kayana (Eggs in Tomato Sauce), serving it up with Dakos bread, jalapenos, and pecans.

  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	12/31/2022 to 12/30/2026

• Feasting On An Emerald Beach

  Chef Maria Loi introduces us to the magical island of Corfu. Maria joins Chef Tasos Andriotis to serve up a seaside feast. On the menu are Fish Soup, Prawns Saganaki with Feta, Smoked Monkfish, Anchovies Saganaki, and Grilled Wild Greens. Inspired by the flavors of this meal, Maria creates some delicious dishes back in New York including Corfiot Shrimp and Monkfish Lobster-Style.

  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• Monemvasia - The Rock

  Chef Maria Loi travels to Monemvasia, a stunning Greek town best known as "the rock." The town, which has been carved out of a rock slope, is home to the Kalapothou family. Chef Loi joins three generations of women to sing and carry on the tradition of baking a classic Greek bread called Ladenia and then learns how to make another well known village dish, Traxana, made with stewed eggplant & peasant 'pasta' known as. Inspired by her travels to Monemvasia, back at home Maria is joined by friend Christian Wistehuff where she bakes her easy version of Ladenia. Called Nerobouli (Easy Big Bubble Bread), it has lots of water, and large air bubbles. Chef Loi then grabs one of her regular diners at the restaurant, sweet Amrita Vora to help make Couscoussaki me Tyri (Greek Mac n Cheese).

  Length:	00:26:45
  Usage rights:	12/31/2022 to 12/30/2026

• Morning Til Night

  Chef Maria Loi takes us to the breathtaking and sustainable destination of Costa Navarino. Maria joins chefs Panagiotis Tziourtzioumis and Kiriakos Plevritis to prepare dishes from the heart of the Mediterranean diet: Grilled Red Mullet and Village Salad, and Braised Lamb with a Traditional Peasant Pasta. Back in New York, Maria serves up dishes inspired by her travels.

  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• Simple Elegance

  Chef Maria Loi brings us to Costa Navarino, one of the most breathtaking locations in the Mediterranean, a special place designed in harmony with the environment. Maria boards a boat with Chef Bertrand Valegeas, where they make Marinated Tuna with local ingredients. They then head off to the Mandarin Oriental to prepare Chicken with Okra. Back in New York, Maria serves up dishes inspired by her travels, and the Mediterranean diet: Marinated Sea Bass, and Okra prepared two ways.

  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

• The Power of Flour

  Chef Maria Loi demonstrates the power of flour in the beautiful Greek town of Varnavas, where she visits the European Bread Museum to observe the president of the museum, Milea Pappa, and Athanasia Brisini practicing the time-honored art of bread decor. Maria is joined by museum volunteer Panayota Papadopoulou, and the two prepare traditional fresh pasta known as Goglies. Back in New York, Chef Loi invites her friend Andriana Vamvakas into her kitchen to make a traditional sweet and savory Yiaourtopsomo (Yogurt Bread), and Macaroni me Yiaourti kai Feta (Pasta with Yogurt & Feta).

  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	12/31/2022 to 12/30/2026

• Think Like A Greek, Cook Like A Greek

  Chef Maria Loi visits stunning Cape Sounio in Eastern Attica, with friends Anna Myrha and Panagiotis Sopiadis. They set sail on the beautiful waters of the Aegean sea while preparing a simple Horiatiki Salata (Village Salad). In nearby Legrena, Maria and friend Antonis Zagouris prepare classic Tsipoura Psito (Grilled Porgy) and Calamari Gemisto (Grilled Stuffed Calamari). Back in her kitchen in New York, she invites Chef Jehangir Mehta to cook with her. Keeping in mind the 'waste not, want not' mindset of the Greeks, they prepare their own take on the traditional Horiatiki Salata (Village Salad), and an easy Tsipoura Psarosoupa (Fish Soup with Porgy).

  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	12/31/2022 to 12/30/2026

• Water, Sand, Sun

  Chef Maria Loi brings us to Costa Navarino in the Peloponnese. Maria joins Chef Dimitris Karampampas to make classic Greek dishes: Mixed Bean Salad with Grilled Shrimp, and Smoked Branzino with Wild Greens and Fresh Tomatoes. Then Maria heads back to New York to prepare meals inspired by her travels, Bean Salad with Grilled Chicken and a Smoked Salmon Sandwich with Caper Tapenade.

  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	4/27/2024 to 4/26/2027

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