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A Date with a Date in the Desert

Season 3 Episode 310 | 26m 46s

In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, visits the serene Al Ain Oasis to learn about the different types of dates grown there. Loi travels to the Grand Mercure to meet Chef Khaled Al Saadi where they make Croquettes with Dates & Feta. Chef Sushil Singh joins Loi to prepare a tasty, healthy, easy salad with dates. In Greece, Loi creates Feta-Date Parcels.

Aired: 05/16/25
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
Extras
Chef Maria Loi cooks up some classic Greek dishes on the beach in Costa Navarino.
Chef Maria Loi takes us to the historic Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel in Athens.
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  • The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets Season 1
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Loi provides an insider’s look at local produce & plants a tree at Gracia Farm.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi cooks local fish with Emirati spices, and explores the archipelago.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi cooks up some traditional Emirati dishes with renowned local chefs.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Loi explores the similarities between Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Loi showcases Middle Eastern dishes that highlight her liquid gold – olive oil.
Chef Loi visits the Abrahamic Family House. She also learns about the culinary culture of Abu Dhabi.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi travels to the desert cooking delicious local dishes under the stars.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Maria Loi learns about the customs & traditions of their unique spiced coffee.
In Abu Dhabi, Chef Loi learns about Mandi, the culturally significant Emirati rice and meat dish.
Chef Maria Loi embraces the local cuisine and flavors to create a true Naxian feast.