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The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets

Athens Reinvented

Season 2 Episode 213

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.

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Colors of Corfu
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Chef Maria Loi explores the multicultural influences that shape the Corfiot cuisine.
Classic Corfu
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Chef Maria Loi shares the best of Corfiot cuisine and history with local chefs.
The Handmade Island
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Chef Maria Loi takes us to Tinos, the secret soul of Greece, to cook hearty local cuisine.
The Unknown Mykonos
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Chef Maria Loi shares the unknown side to the popular tourist destination that is Mykonos.
A Family Affair
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In Naxos, Chef Maria Loi introduces us to a multigenerational family and their recipes.
Naxian Paradise
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Chef Maria Loi takes us back to Naxos to show us some hidden treasures and local cuisine.
Comfort Food the Naxian Way
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Chef Maria Loi embraces the local cuisine and flavors to create a true Naxian feast.
Ode to Capt. Vassilis
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Chef Maria Loi brings us to Costa Navarino to learn about the legacy of Capt. Vassilis.
Simple Elegance
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Chef Maria Loi boards a boat in Costa Navarino to make Marinated Tuna with local produce.
Water, Sand, Sun
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Chef Maria Loi cooks up some classic Greek dishes on the beach in Costa Navarino.
Morning til Night
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Chef Maria Loi introduces us to the breathtaking and sustainable Costa Navarino.
Feasting on an Emerald Beach
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Chef Maria Loi serves up a Mediterranean feast on the spectacular sandy beaches of Corfu.
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