Maria Loi, international ambassador of Greek gastronomy, restaurateur, and public personality, is widely regarded as "the Martha Stewart of Greece." The author of multiple cookbooks, including the official cookbook for the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, Maria is known to be the authority on Greek cuisine. Maria has cooked at the White House for President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, and 250 guests. She opened Loi Estiatorio in the heart of Manhattan to rave reviews. Maria also takes pride in philanthropic work; she is a founder of Elpida, a foundation to support children with cancer.