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May 3rd Recipes Start Here
May 3rd Podcast
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A Mother’s Love on Every Plate – Part 2
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Mothers have a special way of teaching us that the best things in life are meant to be shared; especially around the table.
We see this beautifully at Akropolis, a small Greek restaurant where mother Nicki, her husband Angelo, and their son John Tsakonas work side by side. Together, they serve authentic Greek dishes made with love, tradition, and an open heart, creating a welcoming atmosphere that keeps customers coming back again and again
Akropolis Greek Restaurant
3311 South St. – Lafayette, Indiana
A quick delicious way to get Greek Fast-Food in Lafayette, IN.
About the Restaurant: Their commitment to sharing not only authentic Greek cuisine but also their culture and values, creates a welcoming atmosphere that resonates with customers. By serving food from their kitchen and heart, they foster genuine connections with guests, making each meal a memorable experience and encouraging repeat visits.
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| Family Owned Akropolis Restaurant. | Angelo, John and Nicki Tsakonas. |
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John shaving meat slices from rotisserie. |
Angelo assembling the Gyro sandwich. |
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Akropolis Gyro comes home. |
Ready to eat with extra Tzatziki sauce. |
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Baklava dessert to finish the perfect Greek meal. |
Misha Ramsey customer at the Akropolis restaurant. |
Customer Comment: I had the biggest gyro I’ve ever eaten. Wow!! The Athenian gyro was fabulous. We all had gyros. We also had lemon soup and hummus plate. Everything was delicious. We were well pleased for our first visit.
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Gloria Goodtaste Recipes for your Home Kitchen
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Greek Potato Salad with Crisp Potato Peel Crumbles
It’s simple to prepare, packed with flavor and texture & great for special gatherings.
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About the Recipe: This vibrant Greek Potato Salad is a delicious twist on the classic, combining tender chunks of potato with zesty Dijon mustard, crisp onions, sweet red peppers, and savory Kalamata olives. The standout feature is the homemade crisp potato peel crumbles, baked until golden and crunchy, offering wonderful texture and a clever way to use the whole potato. Tossed with cool, creamy tzatziki and finished with crispy crumbles, this refreshing salad is full of Mediterranean flavor. Perfect for gatherings or as a bright side dish alongside your favorite Greek mains.
pdf for Copy of Recipe – Greek Potato Salad with Crisp Potato Peel Crumbles
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Quick Gyro Soup with Tzatziki Sauce
Opaa! It’s a Grecian delight!
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About the Recipe -This quick Gyro Soup with Tzatziki Sauce is a tasty twist on the classic Greek gyro, perfect for warming up chilly days or busy weeknights. All the favorite Greek flavors come together in a savoy, savory broth, topped with a cool, creamy tzatziki drizzle and served with crispy pita triangles. So delicious and easy!
pdf for Copy of Recipe – Quick Gyro Soup with Tzatziki Sauce
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Greek Endive Boats with Feta Filled Black Olive Salad
Fresh endive leaves filled with mini-Greek salad.
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About the Recipe: These appetizers will disappear quickly, so you might
want to prepare a double recipe. Tender light green and blushing pink
endive leaves are filled with crumbles of feta cheese, chopped walnuts,
black olives, pickled red peppers, fresh green parsley and drizzled with
a lively lemon dressing. Simply delicious!
pdf for Copy of Recipe – Greek Endive Boats with Feta Filled Black Olive Salad
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Greek Garlic Skordalia
It’s a sauce, dip, or spread.
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About the Recipe: This is a Greek garlic dip or spread made by combining crushed garlic with a thick base such as day-old bread or pureed potatoes. It uses lots of olive oil and either fresh lemon juice or wine vinegar. Some recipes add nuts such as almonds or walnuts.
This type of recipe can be found in many countries such as France or Spain that have aioli and allioli. The Lebanese have toum.
pdf for Copy of Recipe – Greek Garlic Skordalia
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Greek Rosemary Snack Cake
Moist, Fragrant & Perfect for Sharing.
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About the Recipe: This bright little Greek-inspired snack cake is flavored with fresh rosemary, toasted walnuts, and sunny citrus. It is a lovely modern twist on the kind of simple, fragrant loaf you’d find in a Greek village kitchen. Swapping in olive oil keeps it extra moist and tender, while nodding to traditional Mediterranean baking. The light citrus glaze and walnut crunch make every bite feel special. Perfect with coffee or as a light dessert. For a larger cake, simply double the recipe and bake two loaves.
pdf for Copy of Recipe – Greek Rosemary Snack Cake
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Hasselback Apple Baklava Biscuits
Honey-glazed flaky layered biscuits filled with spiced walnuts and apples.
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About the Recipe: This Hasselback Apple Baklava Biscuits recipe is a delightful shortcut twist on classic Greek baklava. Flaky layered biscuits are filled with thin apple slices and spiced walnuts, then baked until golden and drenched in a luscious honey glaze. The result is a warm, aromatic treat with the perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and crunch, wonderful for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Yield: 4 Hasselback Apple Baklava Biscuits
pdf for Copy of Recipe – Hasselback Apple Baklava Biscuits
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April 19th Podcast
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April 19th Recipes Start Here
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A Mother’s Love on Every Plate
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When a mother is gone, her recipes often become the most beautiful way we remember her love. In this heartfelt episode, we celebrate the brand-new cookbook My Greek Mom’s Recipes: She Died. I Wrote This Cookbook by comedian and food storyteller Gus Constantellis. Gus shares how cooking his late mother Julia’s village-style Greek dishes helped him heal and honor her memory. Through laughter and tender reflection, he shows us how food nourishes the body, calms the mind, and lifts the spirit long after the cook has left the kitchen.
Each recipe carries the unmistakable taste of a Greek mother’s love — simple ingredients turned into something comforting and full of memory.
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Book – My Greek Mom’s Recipes
Photo Courtesy of Gus Constantellis – Published by Rock Point, an imprint of The Quarto Group.
Equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, this book offers a comedian’s candid look at grief and family. It will resonate with anyone who’s ever had an overbearing but fiercely loving mother, the kind who expresses affection through food, tough love, and a whole lot of opinions. And the 75 recipes themselves are the real deal—because if there was one thing Julia was known for, besides her razor-sharp humor, it was her unforgettable cooking.
My Greek Mom’s Recipes: She Died. I Wrote This Cookbook (2026), published by Rock Point, an imprint of The Quarto Group.
Available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other fine bookstores across the country.
Photo Courtesy of Gus Constantellis -Photo Credit – Sheneur Menaker
Gus Constantellis is an internationally touring Greek American comedian and writer and his unique affectionate observations about immigrant families have made him a viral favorite across social media. He discovered stand-up at an NYU talent show and built his career impersonating his Greek mother, earning him a devoted online following and national headlining tour in 2022. He has been featured on Comedy Central and performs regularly in clubs throughout New York City.
Gus also had a successful career writing for children’s television, including The Lion Guard, Princess Power and Gabby’s Dollhouse.
Gus draws inspiration for his material and online content from his family, especially his mother, Julia, who became a social media star and “Greek mother” for an entire online community. And when she died suddenly in August 2023, that community mourned with him. My Greek Mom’s Recipes is Gus’s deeply personal tribute, a cookbook in which every dish comes with a story about his mother, an immigrant who never learned English yet managed to achieve the American dream.
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Makaronopita (Macaroni-Cheese Pie)
Macaroni-Cheese Pie is a crowd-pleasing, easy dish to serve.
Photo Courtesy of Gus Constantellis – Photo Credit – Sheneur Menaker
About the Recipe: Makaronopita, also known as Macaroni-Cheese Pie, is a classic Greek comfort food that layers tender bucatini pasta, creamy feta, and rich eggs between flaky phyllo sheets. Easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser, it’s great for family meals or informal gatherings.
Yield: 12 to 16 servings
Author: Gus Constantellis
Excerpted from My Greek Mom’s Recipes: She Died. I Wrote This Cookbook (2026), published by Rock Point, an imprint of The Quarto Group.
pdf for Copy of Recipe – Makaronopita (Macaroni-Cheese Pie)
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Kolokithakia Tiganita (Fried Zucchini Chips)
Fried Zucchini Chips transform simple zucchini rounds into golden, crunchy chips.
Photo Courtesy of Gus Constantellis – Photo Credit – Sheneur Menaker
About the Recipe: Kolokithakia Tiganita, or Greek Fried Zucchini Chips, transform simple zucchini rounds into golden, crunchy bites of deliciousness. Dredged in seasoned flour, egg, and breadcrumbs, then fried until perfectly browned, these crispy chips are best served warm alongside classic Greek dips like tzatziki, spicy feta, eggplant dip, or fish roe dip for an authentic Mediterranean experience.
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Author: Gus Constantellis
Excerpted from My Greek Mom’s Recipes: She Died. I Wrote This Cookbook (2026), published by Rock Point, an imprint of The Quarto Group.
pdf for Copy of Recipe – Kolokithakia Tiganita (Fried Zucchini Chips)
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Tirokafteri (Spicy Feta Dip)
Spicy Feta Dip is an irresistible Greek appetizer that brings a zesty kick to any table.
Photo Courtesy of Gus Constantellis – Photo Credit – Sheneur Menaker
About the Recipe Tirokafteri, a Spicy Feta Dip, is an irresistible Greek appetizer that brings a zesty kick to any table. This creamy dip is made by blending tangy feta cheese with a fresh chili pepper, fire-roasted red peppers, and a touch of garlic, resulting in a smooth, spicy spread that’s both bold and comforting. Serve it with warm pita, fried zucchini chips, or fresh veggies. It’s Mediterranean magic for any party!
Yield: 8 to 10 servings
Author: Gus Constantellis
Excerpted from My Greek Mom’s Recipes: She Died. I Wrote This Cookbook (2026), published by Rock Point, an imprint of The Quarto Group
pdf for Copy of Recipe – Tirokafteri – (Spicy Feta Dip)
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Avgolemono (Chicken Lemon Soup)
A Greek family favorite dish, filled with rich, tangy broth and tender chicken.
Photo Courtesy of Gus Constantellis – Photo Credit – Sheneur Menaker
About the Recipe: Avgolemono (Lemon Chicken Soup) is a classic and comforting dish filled with a rich, tangy broth and tender chicken. Carefully blended with egg and lemon, it gains a silky texture that perfectly complements the delicate flavors of the chicken without overpowering them. Easy to prepare and always a family favorite, it brings the warm taste of Greek tradition right to your table.
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Author: Gus Constantellis
Excerpted from My Greek Mom’s Recipes: She Died. I Wrote This Cookbook (2026), published by Rock Point, an imprint of The Quarto Group
pdf for Copy of Recipe – Avgolemono – (Chicken Lemon Soup)
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Links to 2025 Monthly Programs
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January 2025 Program – Sweet Dreams/Sleep Expert -Dr. Beth Malow
February 2025 Program – Discover a Medical Pharmacist – Sylvia Ezra
March 2025 Program – Dining by Rail/Rail Historian – James D. Porterfield
April 2025 Program – Recipes with Love – UMMA the book /Sarah Ahn
May 2025 Program – It’s Party Time! Whittaker Inn
June 2025 Program – Farmer Lee Jones with Charlie Trotter Pop-up Dinner
July 2025 Program – Six Sisters Stuff – 30 Minute Meals
Aug 3rd – Podcast – Sizzling Steaks – RPM Steakhouse-Scotty Gelband
Aug.17th -Podcast – Discover Soulful Indian Recipes, Heartland Masala book & Sangita Handa Home Cooking
Sept 7th – Podcast – From Trotter’s Legacy to Your Table: A Culinary Tribute
Sept 21th Podcast – Vegan Goes Italian – Vegana Italiana – Chef Tara Punzone
Oct 5th Podcast – Koji Experience – Jeremy Umansky, Rich Shih, Koji Alchemy book
Oct 19th Podcast – Cake Time is Bake Time – Dorie Greenspan’s book, Dorie’s Anytime Baking.
Nov 2nd Podcast – Part 1 Magic Moments with Dorie Greenspan, Dorie Greenspan’s World Peace Cookies, Gloria Goodtaste’s “Around-the-World” Peace Cookies
Nov 9th Podcast –Holiday Recipes Start Here – Part 2 Trending Thanksgiving Recipes
Nov 16th Podcast – Holiday Recipes Start Here: Part 3: Celebration of Native American Recipes – Rooted in Fire -the book , Pyet DeSpain
Dec 7th Podcast – Elfie’s Christmas Cookie Adventure
Dec 21st Podcast – Heritage Holidays – Weaving Stories Through the Generations
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Links to 2026 Monthly Programs
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Jan 4th 2026 Podcast – Flavorful Mocktails by Ryan Castelaz, Family Friendly Mocktails Drinks
Jan 18th 2026 Podcast –A Secret Peek into Fine Dining, Korean Style at Charlie Trotter’s Guest Chef Series Vol.10
Feb 1st 2026 Podcast – Chocolate Lovers Delight, Love of Chocolate book, Phillip Ashley Chocolatiers
Feb 15th 2026 – Madagascar, Emmanuel Laroche Author, A Taste of Madagascar, GG Inspired Recipes
Mar 1st 2026 – Filipino Food, Kasama Michelin Starred Restaurant, Cebu Filipino Food
Mar 15th 2026 – Nashville Chefs Come North, Trevor Moran Locust, Interesting Recipes
April 5th 2026 – Traditional Recipes, Modern Twists – Erik Anderson Michelin Starred Chef
April 19th 2026 – A Mother’s Love on Every Plate. Gus Constantelles Book – A Greek Mom’s Recipes
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Internet Podcast
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- Hear from experts about various trending topics.
- Learn how to make delicious recipes.
- Listen to our monthly 3:oo PM ET on 1st & 3rd Sundays of every month for the internet podcast from your computer as well as “On Demand” for our previous podcasts.
- Share your ideas, suggestions, and recipes with us’.
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