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Gus Constantellis @ The Comedy Bar
Featured Book
My Greek Mom's Recipes!
What happens when a stand-up comedian grieves the loss of his larger-than-life Greek mother the only way he knows how? You get My Greek Mom’s Recipes, a cookbook that’s equal parts love letter, laugh riot, and culinary time capsule. Written by comedian and content creator Gus Constantellis, the book transforms viral comedy into a deeply personal and delicious tribute. With more than 75 classic Greek recipes, from spanakopita and moussaka to loukoumades, and keftedakia (Greek meatballs), Constantellis captures the essence of his mother’s kitchen: “equal parts chaos, cigarette smoke, and unconditional love”. What began as a viral TikTok series, where Gus’s quick-witted impersonations of his mom reached millions, has become a book brimming with authentic flavors, family stories, and the kind of maternal wisdom that sounds like a punchline but lands like poetry. “My mom used to say, ‘When I die, you’re all going to starve.’ Instead, she made sure we never would.”
This book will be available for purchase at the event.
About This Event
Join headliner, Gus Constantellis, for an evening of unforgettable laughs right off the Magnificent Mile!
2-Item Minimum Per Guest
First Come, First Served Seating
No Outside Food or Beverage
Valid ID Required at Entry
There are four shows - Friday 05/08 at 7pm and 9pm and Saturday 05/09 at 7pm and 9pm
Featured Author
GUS CONSTANTELLIS
Gus Constantellis (he/him) is a gay, first generation Greek American stand up comedian and writer raised in Brooklyn, whose sharp, fast paced comedy draws from his loud immigrant family, Greek heritage, and raunchy yet relatable dating stories. He has been touring internationally for the past three years and regularly performs at top comedy clubs across the country. In 2026, Gus expands his storytelling beyond the stage with My Greek Mom’s Recipes: She Died. I Wrote This Cookbook, a cookbook inspired by the loss of his larger than life Greek mother. Part love letter and part comedy, the book features more than 75 classic Greek recipes including spanakopita, moussaka, loukoumades, and keftedakia, alongside family stories and the humor that first made his mom a viral sensation on TikTok. As Gus puts it, “My mom used to say, ‘When I die, you’re all going to starve.’ Instead, she made sure we never would.” Gus is also the co-host of a popular podcast with Christina Mavronos, has recorded a Comedy Central featuring set, and has written for children’s series on Disney Channel, Nickelodeon, and Netflix, including The Lion Guard, Rainbow Rangers, Abby Hatcher, and Gabby’s Dollhouse.
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