Q: Dates are so sticky. Is there an easy way to pit and chop them? And are there different types of dates? Which are best for baking? -- Annette Peck, Stockton, Calif. A: Try spraying your knife blade ...

Chef Maria Loi meets with renowned chefs to make dishes with a Middle Eastern favorite, dates. Chef Maria Loi of the acclaimed NYC restaurant, Loi Estiatorio, visits the serene Al Ain Oasis to learn ...