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The first Saturday in August is "International Mus

The first Friday of August is "International Beer

Love 'em or hate 'em - it's "National Oyster Day."

Fresh sweet corn risotto with seared foie gras.

Beef and Bleu. @PerrysSteakhouse @PerrysDining #s

Cocktail #2 is a perfect rye Manhattan. @PerrysS

Due to the worst traffic jam in the history of I29

Duck flatbread. @whyberwyn #nothinglikeasuburb #b

The iconic Blood Orange Gimlet. @whyberwyn #noth

Today called for a cocktail on my way home from wo

Octopus a la Planxa. @whyberwyn #nothinglikeasubur

My favorite of all Caesar salads, paired with the

Day off lunch - chicken Cobb salad with a glass of

Sometimes you just need a little comfort food. Ton

Shakshuka paired with a 2019 Vukoje Vranac from Bo

Sunday brunch, starting with baked feta (pistachio

Drive in rush hour or stop for wine and seafood? H

Sometimes only wine and charcuterie will satisfy.

Tuna guacamole. #ChicagoInsiders #singledining #

Spicy shrimp, salmon, and lemon roll. #ChicagoIns

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Tommy Hensel

Adventures in solo dining and solo travel with Tommy Hensel. Check out the website at https://www.tableforoneplease.com.

Join me as I demonstrate my favorite cocktail, the Aviation, and my favorite gin. I will also throw in a few handy wine & food pairing tips.

Thirsty Thursday with Tommy

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This week I share my mother's classic recipe for coconut cake, what I call her "Seven Day Coconut Cake."

Tasty Tuesday with Tommy - Coconut Cake

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In this episode, I feature the Black Manhattan and discuss the best temperatures for serving wine.

Thirsty Thursday with Tommy - Black Manhattan and wine temperatures

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Due to a power outage, I had to scuttle my normal Tuesday broadcast, so here we go with a second try. Join me as I demonstrate a quick, easy way to use up some of those pesky cucumbers that are likely filling your gardens about now.

Tasty Tuesday - the Wednesday editon: Freezer Pickles

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On this edition of "Thirsty Thursday" I talk about pairing wine with dessert. Then I demonstrate one of my favorite gin-based cocktails, The Last Word.

Thirsty Thursday with Tommy - Wine, Dessert, and The Last Word

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Join me at 6 p.m. Central every Tuesday for cooking demos, kitchen hacks, and handy tips.

Tasty Tuesday with Tommy

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In this episode, I show you a quick easy recipe for Green Pea Hummus that can then be converted into a great sauce for a cold vegetable pasta salad.

Tasty Tuesday with Tommy - Green Pea Hummus

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Join me for my newest series. Every Thursday that I am available to broadcast, I plan to go live to highlight my favorite cocktail recipes and provide some tips about wine and food/wine pairing.

World Premiere! Thirsty Thursday with Tommy

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Join me for my newest series. Every Tuesday that I am available to broadcast, I plan to go live to highlight my favorite kitchen tips and some tasty (and easy) recipes.

World Premiere! Tasty Tuesday with Tommy

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