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Writing

A Fishing Story

ByTom Fassbender May 25, 2022May 23, 2022

Elmer Smith? Yeah, sure. I’ll tell you about Elmer Smith, one of the happiest gents I’ve ever had the pleasure to meet.

Cocktails

Eggnog

ByTom Fassbender December 2, 2021May 20, 2022

There’s no cocktail that’s more perfect for winter weather than Eggnog. And the best Eggnog is one you make yourself.

Coffee | Skills

How to Brew the Perfect Cup of Coffee Every Time

ByTom Fassbender June 30, 2021May 20, 2022

I’ve been drinking coffee since I was five years old, so I know a thing or two about the subject. This is the right way to make a perfect cup of coffee.

Television

Happy Twin Peaks Day!

ByTom Fassbender February 24, 2021May 26, 2022

February 24 has been known to fans of the television show Twin Peaks as Twin Peaks Day. So go celebrate!

Coffee

Seven Crazy Coffee Contraptions (Volume 3)

ByTom Fassbender September 29, 2020May 20, 2022

Even more crazy coffee contraptions that may or may not produce a superior cup of coffee.

Cocktails

Vieux Carré

ByTom Fassbender February 7, 2019May 20, 2022

A New Orleans original, the Vieux Carré challenges the Manhattan for king of the boozy cocktails.

Cocktails

Margarita

ByTom Fassbender July 24, 2018May 20, 2022

The Margarita is a drink that has competing claims of origination and a multitude of recipes. Featured here is the simplest.

Cocktails

Manhattan

ByTom Fassbender July 19, 2018May 21, 2022

When it comes to bold, boozy drinks, the Manhattan is king.

Gear Up

An Appearance on the Cool Tools Podcast

ByTom Fassbender July 9, 2018May 20, 2022

Recently I was a guest on the Cool Tools podcast where I presented four cool tools I find useful and hope others will too. Give it a listen!