Ιnternationally renowned entrepreneur, author, television personality and philanthropist working to change the world – one healthy bite at a time. Also the founder and face of a lifestyle brand that nurtures a healthy body and soul, melds the inspiration of ancient Greece with a modern approach to the Mediterranean diet. Deeply popular and beloved in Greece and a food superstar in the U.S., the founder of Loi Food Products, a specialty brand built on traditional ingredients from Greece (pastas, beans, botanical herbs, refrigerated dips, honey, olive oil). The author of more than 36 cookbooks, she is also host of a new show, “The life of Loi”, debuting in 2021, that aims to build an inspirational and educational movement around the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle – from ancient to modern, food to culture and everything in between. The namesake of three restaurants, including the current Loi Estiatorio in Manhattan, Chef Loi has cooked for celebrities and Presidents. Maria Loi was named an official Ambassador of Greek Gastronomy by the Chef’s Club of Greece.