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Coffee Culture

Season 3 Episode 307 | 25m 46s

Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, learns about the Middle East’s rich coffee culture and traditions. In Qasr Al Hosn, a coffee expert explains the cultural significance of Gahwa, traditional Emirati coffee, and how it is prepared. Loi joins Chef Sumaya Obaid at Al Fanar Restaurant for some early morning Emirati classics. In Greece, Loi makes a Greek-style coffee cake.

Aired: 05/16/25
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
Extras
Chef Maria Loi serves up traditional Emirati recipes with an international twist.
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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Chef Loi visits a camel farm & learns about the cultural significance of camel milk.
Chef Maria Loi & teen chef Ayesha Al Obeidli make a local favorite, Chicken Madrooba.
Chef Maria Loi cooks local fish with Emirati spices, and explores the archipelago.
Chef Loi provides an insider’s look at local produce & plants a tree at Gracia Farm,
Chef Loi explores the similarities between Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.
Chef Loi showcases Middle Eastern dishes that highlight her liquid gold – olive oil.
Chef Loi visits the Abrahamic Family House and learns about the culinary culture of Abu Dhabi.
Chef Maria Loi cooks up some traditional Emirati dishes with renowned local chefs.
Chef Loi learns about Mandi, the culturally significant Emirati rice and meat dish.
Chef Maria Loi meets with renowned chefs to make dishes with a Middle Eastern favorite, dates.