Skip to content

Tommy Hensel

Uncategorized

Renaissance Man

Photo Gallery

The Tibetan Monks from Drepung Loseling Monastery

Chita Rivera

Well-Strung

Spider Saloff

Mallory Lewis and Lambchop

Robin Spielberg

A surprisingly accurate caricature

Wine tasting

At the Gloria Ferrer winery in Sonoma

It’s all about pink!

Tommy Hensel

At the Gloria Ferrer winery in Sonoma

Paula Poundstone

Charo

Cloris Leachman

Olympia Dukakis

John Waters

Search

Pages

About Tommy
- Arts Presenting
  - Curriculum Vitae
- Theatrical Resume
Contact Tommy
Home
Photo Gallery
Restaurant Reviews

Instagram: Table For One, Please!

table41please

A few days ago, we celebrated cake day so it's onl

A few days ago, we celebrated cake day so it's only fair that we give pie some love, too. Today is "National Pie Day." I suppose I thought this day should have fallen on March 14 - but it's on Dec. 1 instead.

I love a good lemon meringue or key lime pie. What's your favorite pie?

#NationalPieDay

We close out November with "National Mousse Day."

We close out November with "National Mousse Day." This photo pictures a chocolate mousse with mint. I think that might be one of my favorites, actually!

What's your favorite mousse? Anyone got tips on how to make this at home?

#NationalMousseDay

November 28th is "National French Toast Day." I mu

November 28th is "National French Toast Day." I must admit that I'm not a huge fan of this one. I tend to shy away from sweet things for breakfast/brunch. I am more of a fan of savory.

Do you like French Toast? If so, what are your favorite toppings?

#NationalFrenchToastDay

National Cake Day! This is a wide open category t

National Cake Day!

This is a wide open category today. There are so many amazing cakes out there. My personal favorite is my mother's (in)famous coconut cake that takes about five days from start to finish.

What's your favorite cake recipe?

#NationalCakeDay

November 24th is "National Sardines Day." I think

November 24th is "National Sardines Day." I think these are a "love it or hate it" kind of food item. I personally love sardines. What about you?

#NationalSardinesDay

We are closing in on Thanksgiving and today is Nat

We are closing in on Thanksgiving and today is National Cranberry Relish Day.

As a kid, we always had the jiggly jellied cranberry sauce out of a can. Now, I prefer making my own relish using whole cranberries.

What's your favorite recipe for this?

#CranberryRelishDay

November 21st is "National Gingerbread Cookie Day.

November 21st is "National Gingerbread Cookie Day." I love these, but definitely prefer crispy instead of soft/chewy.

Does anyone have a good recipe?

#GingerbreadCookieDay

It's National Vichyssoise Day. This was Julia Chil

It's National Vichyssoise Day. This was Julia Child's favorite soup and if you look up her recipe, you will find that it's incredibly simple to make!

Have you ever tried it?

#NationalVichyssoiseDay

November 17th is "National Baklava Day." Normally,

November 17th is "National Baklava Day." Normally, I don't love things that are super sweet, but I make an exception for good baklava. Yum!

Do you have a good recipe?

#NationalBaklavaDay

It's "National Fast Food Day." I cannot recall the

It's "National Fast Food Day." I cannot recall the last time I ate any fast food! I think it was fried chicken from a certain famous national chain - always the extra crispy for me. 🍗🍗🍗

What's your favorite fast food fix?

#NationalFastFoodDay

November 15th is "National Clean Out Your Refriger

November 15th is "National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day." Even though I live alone and try to keep up, I must admit that my refrigerator (and freezer) sometimes get a little scary. I guess this is a kick in the rear to go do some cleaning. 😊😊

#CleanOutYourRefrigeratorDay

It's "National Pickle Day." I love pickles! My pre

It's "National Pickle Day." I love pickles! My preference is not for sweet pickles, but for the nice tart kind. And I must admit to a guilty pleasure for fried pickles. Yum! 🥒🥒🥒

#NationalPickleDay

November 12th is 'National French Dip Day." I have

November 12th is 'National French Dip Day." I have always loved this sandwich, but it drives me crazy I hear "French Dip with au jus.'

Umm - check your French grammar, please. 🤔

#NationalFrenchDipDay

November 11th is "National Sundae Day." I rarely e

November 11th is "National Sundae Day." I rarely eat ice cream, but now that I am writing about it I am suddenly craving a sundae. 🍨🍨🍨

What is your favorite combo for an ice cream sundae?

#NationalSundaeDay

It's "National Scrapple Day." When I first moved t

It's "National Scrapple Day." When I first moved to Pennsylvania in the early 1990s I had never heard of this. For me, this is a hard "no." If you're unfamiliar, here's some information:

https://www.thedailymeal.com/eat/what-scrapple-and-why-should-you-be-eating-it

#NationalScrappleDay

It's "National Cappuccino Day." I rarely have one,

It's "National Cappuccino Day." I rarely have one, but every once in a while I get a craving. I am not a fan of sugar, so for me it's always going to be strong, black coffee. What about you?

#CappuccinoDay

November 6th is "National Nachos Day." What are yo

November 6th is "National Nachos Day." What are your favorite toppings for a big nacho treat?

#NationalNachosDay

November 5th is "National Doughnut Day." My favori

November 5th is "National Doughnut Day." My favorite type is a cruller. I like that light, airy texture. I have never been a fan of the 'cake' types.

What's your favorite doughnut/donut?

#NationalDoughnutDay

November 3rd is "National Sandwich Day." How man

November 3rd is "National Sandwich Day."

How many of you remember the comic strip "Blondie" and the famous Dagwood Sandwich? 🥪🥪🥪

Check out this recipe: https://bit.ly/3mBZxEr

#NationalSandwichDay

November 2nd is "National Deviled Egg Day." These

November 2nd is "National Deviled Egg Day." These were frequent treats when I was a kid growing up in South Carolina - every picnic, barbecue, potluck, or funeral meal.

What's your favorite 'go to' deviled egg recipe? Please share!

If you are wondering why they are called "deviled" then check out this informative link: https://bit.ly/2YHojLr

#DeviledEggDay

Load More... Follow on Instagram

YouTube:Table For One, Please!

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

YouTube Video UCjYfBOb4mCtJ3yNs6D6O1GA_n8Wa1NX5Ohk

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

YouTube Video UCjYfBOb4mCtJ3yNs6D6O1GA_dG3e1MmrsPM

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

YouTube Video UCjYfBOb4mCtJ3yNs6D6O1GA_HLY0C7Vmpvg

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

YouTube Video UCjYfBOb4mCtJ3yNs6D6O1GA_fii3M54aSMU

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

YouTube Video UCjYfBOb4mCtJ3yNs6D6O1GA_OnhHUemLZAA

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

Tasty Tuesday with Tommy

YouTube Video UCjYfBOb4mCtJ3yNs6D6O1GA_rNiQGSkxe0Q

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

YouTube Video UCjYfBOb4mCtJ3yNs6D6O1GA_eizu2seVg5Q

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

YouTube Video UCjYfBOb4mCtJ3yNs6D6O1GA_v7NbyMRHlzY

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

YouTube Video UCjYfBOb4mCtJ3yNs6D6O1GA_zP4XMAPuQPE

Load More... Subscribe

Meta

Log in
Entries feed
Comments feed
WordPress.org

Search

Recent Posts

Greetings and Welcome!

Recent Comments

Archives

March 2021

Categories

Uncategorized

Meta

Log in
Entries feed
Comments feed
WordPress.org

© 2021 Tommy Hensel | Powered by WordPress & Customizable Blogily