The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets
The Life of Loi is living proof of why Mediterranean cuisine is not only the healthiest in the world, but a key ingredient to longevity--and Chef Maria Loi leads the way, one healthy bite at a time.
- 2022-2025
- 3 seasons
- American Public Television
- Documentary
The Life of Loi is living proof of why Mediterranean cuisine is not only the healthiest in the world, but a key ingredient to longevity--and Chef Maria Loi leads the way, one healthy bite at a time.
Season 3 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2025
Episode 1
Abrahamic Family Spirit
Sat, May 17, 2025
The Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi; author Hanan Sayed Worrell; cooking fattet al makdous, a special stuffed aubergine dish.
Episode 2
Cooking with Gold
Sat, May 24, 2025
Innovative Middle Eastern appetizers made with olive oil; Emirates Palace; chef Jack Jarrot's lamb rice dish topped with gold flakes.
Episode 3
A Taste of Home
Sat, May 31, 2025
Exploring the similarities between Greek and Emirati cuisine; moussaka; spanakopita gratin blends Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors a vegetarian moussaka and spanakopasta dish.
Episode 4
Tide to Table
Sat, Jun 7, 2025
Abu Dhabi's fish market; grilled sea bass with Emirati spices; cooking aboard a boat while exploring the Abu Dhabi archipelago; sea bass with Greek herbs.
Episode 5
It's All Green
Sat, Jun 14, 2025
Mina Fruits and Vegetables Market in Abu Dhabi; marinated kale fattoush; Gracia Farm; Abu Dhabi-thermo salad.
Episode 6
Abu Dhabi's Vibrant Flavors
Sat, Jun 21, 2025
Diving into the vibrant flavor of the Emirates; chef Abu Halab prepares Kamoon Tower and a quick baba ghanoush; traditional lamb stew called thareed; skewered grilled chicken.
Episode 7
Coffee Culture
Sat, Jun 28, 2025
Abu Dhabi's rich coffee culture and traditions; the cultural significance of Gahwa, traditional Emirati coffee, and how it's prepared; early morning Emirati classics at Al Fanar Restaurant; Greek-style coffee cake.
Episode 8
Arabian Nights
Sat, Jul 5, 2025
MouzMari short ribs; grilled meat; Loi creates her own take on short ribs.
Episode 9
Culinary Cornerstones
Sat, Jul 12, 2025
Mandi, an Emirati dish that combines rice, meat and spices cooked over a pit; goat youvetsi and marinated chicken.
Episode 10
A Date with a Date in the Desert
Sat, Jul 19, 2025
Different types of dates grown at the Al Ain Oasis; croquettes with dates and feta; a healthy salad with dates; feta-date parcels.
Episode 11
A Twist on Tradition
Sat, Jul 26, 2025
Saffron hummus cauliflower; a unique bucatini dish; lentil hummus and special pasta dish, sioufihta.
Episode 12
Rising Stars
Sat, Aug 2, 2025
Chicken madrooba; chebab, a traditional Emirati pancake; chicken with orzo and Greek pancakes.
Episode 13
Camel Magic
Sat, Aug 9, 2025
Learning about the cultural significance of camel milk in Emirati history at a camel farm in Al Ain; sambusak with lentils; a fresh herb omelet made with creamy camel milk.