5 FOODS YOU SHOULD NEVER ORDER AT A RESTAURANT // My Restaurant Hit List

We all love eating out, but sometimes ordering can be confusing! We may THINK we're making a good choice to stay on track with our health and fitness goals, but our choice "sounds" better than it is. Salad "sounds" like it should be healthy, and it often is - but not always!
Same for a seemingly "light" breakfast option. Fish is a natural low fat option when ordering out, but beware! You may end up catching more calories and fat then you think.
Love soup and potatoes? Careful! These can derail your best intentions! Calories and fat can vary enormously from one restaurant to the next.
This video will help you to think before you order, help you to meet your fitness goals and realize that not everything is as innocent as it sounds.
Thanks for watching and bon appetit!
Nancy xo
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[@sergioalvarez4549]

I think we can all agree that Victoria really is the best when it comes to taking part in both your videos & will’s!

[@MamaTenny]

She is the real star, that’s for sure! 🤩

[@rachelmckitterick]

@@MamaTenny You BOTH did a fantastic job 👍

[@LRB9498]

This is why nutritional information is so important on menus!!! Some times grilled steak tips with onions and mushrooms are a better choice than some chicken and fish dishes

[@MamaTenny]

It’s crazy right! Buyer (or diner) beware! 👨🏻‍🍳

[@ProudShipperVII]

Imagine how wonderful it would be if restaurants actually had to include nutritional info.

[@christinaMattsson]

I started calorie counting 5 years ago, such a chock to see how much calories are in the "healthy" choice. Knowledge is power!

[@MamaTenny]

I agree Christina, knowledge is power! So often we really don’t know what’s going on in the kitchen at restaurants! We can’t get crazy but need to be aware! 😘

[@ragel1486]

“I love nuts!…We all need nuts!” Will’s rubbing off on his mom, I see. 😂

[@Samantha.72]

I absolutely loved this video. Knowledge is power. There was a time when I'd order all of the rich/naughty foods I'd never cook or eat at home. Like a free for all cheat meal. I do make better choices now. I'll order something in season and steamed . 😄

[@MamaTenny]

I have no doubt that you’ve got it all figured out Samantha!! How’s the walking going?😉🏃‍♀️

[@Samantha.72]

@@MamaTenny loving the walking... Did a beautiful 10k hike with hubby not long ago, but my local walks are fast becoming my "me time" . No boys allowed lol

[@ruthlessofficial_]

This duo is awesome ! You really put restaurant foods in perspective, you definitely have to be really choosey with your options because it’s not always what it seems on the menu despite it having its set calories. That Cesar salad got me hollerin on how ridiculous the calories are 🗣.

[@MamaTenny]

I really think the Caesar salad is the worst one of all! People order it all the time when they’re on a “diet”! 😩

[@saraatppkdotpt8140]

Loved the way you organized this video and Victoria's participation on it! The tips are the best and pretty much what I already do! Great video mamma Tenny!

[@MamaTenny]

Yay, so happy to hear that Sara! Thanks so much for watching and commenting 😘

[@chuckstraub3681]

Hello How are you doing, I hope this year brings happiness, joy , and peace all over the world, I’m from Key West Florida and you where are you form if I may ask? I’ve been living in Key West for 30years now

[@annmoore2642]

Loving your videos, and you look amazing and you are great inspiration. Please keep it up and thank u ☺️

[@MamaTenny]

Thank YOU for being here!!! 💋💋

[@ProudShipperVII]

Great video, I love it, a lot of people don't know this. But now I need a video about what the best thing(s) to order are!

[@MamaTenny]

Great idea, thank you!!❤️

[@smilesandhearts15]

Hi Mama Tenny thank you so much for the advice of knowing what you are ordering and good advice on sharing the dessert with your friends and family who eat out with you : )

[@MamaTenny]

Everything in moderation, right? 🍰🍴♥️

[@smilesandhearts15]

@@MamaTenny thank you Mama Tenny especially because many of the restaurant desserts are delicious : )

[@coffofcuppe]

What a fun and educational video! Nice job. We're making a pot of veggie and barley soup this week. We just finished Egg Drop soup. I like soup all year round. Have a great week, Mama Tenny. 💗🌹

[@MamaTenny]

Sounds delicious!! I love homemade soup! If you like barley, did you check out my barley risotto in my What I Eat in a Day video? It’s super easy and so tasty! 😘

[@deirdresomner8749]

Hi Mama Tenny , I started watching Wills videos which I love . However I am more your age and find you such an inspiration , thank you so much. Much love from Australia.

[@MamaTenny]

I really appreciate that Deirdre! So happy to have you here with me! 😘

[@KaamilNaicker]

Great video! Thank you for the informative content

[@marymoran1656]

Great blog! Soups always get me , with their delicious cream 🥺 xx

[@MamaTenny]

Yes, so inviting and innocent looking! I like the purées, no dairy and just as delicious 🍲

[@chuckstraub3681]

Hello How are you doing, I hope this year brings happiness, joy , and peace all over the world, I’m from Key West Florida and you where are you form if I may ask? I’ve been living in Key West for 30years now

[@rachelmckitterick]

Victoria is such a great sport for appearing in your video and Will's. I don't trust restaurants, they most definitely add so many high cal ingredients and foods because they taste better. I agree too, so many people think these things arent as bad as they are. My uncle is a Chef for restaurant so I know what's added to the foods and...wow. Scary how high the Calories really are in Restaurant foods. It's so good you are trying to help others with this information 😊

[@MamaTenny]

Thank you Rachel! I worked in a restaurant when I was in university and it was astounding! We can’t get crazy, everything in moderation, but a little education goes a long way! 😘

[@rachelmckitterick]

@@MamaTenny Ohh wow, then yeah you would understand better than most people. You are right, everything in moderation and just like you said, you are not telling people to not have it, but to just be aware which I think is such great advice. Saying something is off limits forever is not the way to go. Thank you for this video 😊

[@helgamartinvorstandlechner5345]

Love this woman ❤ thank you so much ❤️

[@MamaTenny]

Love you Helga, thank you for being here!! ❤️

[@lisaunderwood6249]

Great job 😃 fun and informative

[@joshhoobler5769]

I really appreciate that you covered breakfast, lunch and dinner. I'm going on vacation, and all my meals will be at restaurants.

[@adammiller5966]

Same! I always bring oatmeal packs, protein powder and a bowl/spoon so at least my first meal is light. Most hotels have microwaves or at least a coffee make to brew hot water for oatmeal. Worst case I’ve gone to Starbucks to get a coffee…and a cup of hot water for oatmeal back in the room.

[@MamaTenny]

Lucky you! Where are you off to?

[@joshhoobler5769]

@@MamaTenny I'm taking my mom to Mendocino

[@CCKolski]

Great advice!

[@christianfoster1665]

Should do a full day of eating, I wanna see the poached eggs, ham & toast. Nice video!

[@MamaTenny]

Check out my What I eat in a Day video Christian! I did that one last month! Oatmeal for breakfast in that one but the poached eggs and ham are on my instagram! Thanks for watching!

[@ChefLugo]

Great advice!!

[@MamaTenny]

Hi Daniel, and thanks!!❤️

[@stephanie4205]

The video quality on this is AWESOME. You are going to 100k subscribers girl. I just know it!

[@MamaTenny]

Awww, thank you so much, I really appreciate your positivity!❤️

[@stephanie4205]

@@MamaTenny You're very welcome. I love all of your videos and you have a really cool personality. I'm looking forward to more :)

[@christinagoulart1611]

So much truth! You know the creamy soups at restaurants are using AT LEAST 18% cream, if not 35! Lol. Im with Victoria on the mashed potatoes 🤤. You can make them with greek yogurt and skip some of the cals.

[@MamaTenny]

Exactly Christina! That’s how I make the mashed potatoes at home, at least you know what you’ve got in there!

[@cynomolgus]

Greek yogourt, garlic, salt, peper and nutritional yeast. Yummy!

[@beckagrace7499]

You just came for my favorite salad... great video!!

[@MamaTenny]

Lol, sorry about that! 😂🥗🚫

[@jgoldian47]

Soup is a big one So good to see it on your list

[@cynomolgus]

Skipping adds on a mama tenny video? I would never ♥️ Love your content!

[@MamaTenny]

Hahhahaha!, thank you!!!

[@SunPrincessXKianaX]

Super informative video!!!👍

[@NancyThecheerfulheart]

Thanks great content!

[@Wealth.is.Health]

Thanks for educating the world!

[@MamaTenny]

Thank you for watching!! ❤️

[@gioiazucchero]

I love your idea to simulate the restaurant scene…and what to be aware of! Salads are often the worst to order. How a naturally low cal food turns into >1k cals is crazy!

[@MamaTenny]

Omg, right? And so many think that the Caesar salad is the “ light” option! 😂 Thanks for watching😘

[@jcm2474]

You're so sweet, and such an inspiration for women. I think I'm speaking for all women. Looking forward to the next video.

[@MamaTenny]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@PLEASESUBSCRIBEFORNOREASON]

Brilliant Video. Really informative.

[@MamaTenny]

Thank you, appreciate that!♥️

[@marshamellow8935]

This lady made me walk 15,000 steps today. 🥳

[@MamaTenny]

You’re welcome Marsha! 😂🤣🏃‍♀️

[@garybainbridge5811]

Oh my goodness I'm never eating in a restaurant again!! Thanks for the tips, I shall let you make my soup and salad😁

[@MamaTenny]

Ok, come on over Gary, soup’s on! 😂

[@sublimebeing]

And the best role for supporting actress goes to.... Victoria Tennyson!!! At this point Victoria should just leave her day job and just become supporting actresses to Will and MammaT. I mean, what would they do without her??? I love your family dynamic! Definitely goals!! MammaT- You look familiar. Do you work at another restaurant? 🤣🤣👌🏽

[@MamaTenny]

Thank you so much! Yes, Victoria is the absolute best, always game for whatever’s up!🤣 Don’t know that this acting job will pay as much as her job as a lawyer though!😂

[@blanchetv]

EXCELLENT video! Wise choice that you also ordered a poached egg as well, as I have seen chefs literally ladle up to a half cup of melted butter for omlettes, adding at least 1000 more calories! Yes the worst thing people do is order the caesar salad thinking they are virtuous, then order a dessert on top of that. By the time they are done they will have consumed over 1000 unfilling calories (hello no protein) and wonder why they are still hungry. BTW Victoria is such a talented actress, the acting genes run in your family! =)

[@MamaTenny]

Thank you Blanche! We all love eating out though, don’t we! 😂 Fortunately for me Victoria was a film major for her undergrad before she went to law school! 🎬🎥👩🏻‍💼⚖️

[@blanchetv]

@@MamaTenny Indeed we do --love the breaks from cooking and getting inspiration from other chefs :) Wow Victoria has so many talents, brilliant!

[@siobhanfeery3686]

I chose to train as a chef as a career. The first ever Head Chef position I took I made it a priority to include options for calorie conscious aswell as those that are coming to our restaurant for a treat. Certain dishes lend themselves well to being adapted to a lower calorie recipe and some just don't. Your example of the Granola bowl is spot on. I use 0% fat greek yogurt and if a customer is calorie conscious we offer Compote and Granola on the side. Mash potato on the other hand....butter and full fat cream only or I refuse to serve it🤣

[@MamaTenny]

Thank you for commenting Siobhan, what an exciting career! Good on you for thinking of the calorie conscious diners, I don’t know too many places that do that!! As for the mashed potatoes… I know the secret to greatness 🧈🧈🧈🧈and that’s ok… sometimes! 😂

[@chuckstraub3681]

Hello How are you doing, I hope this year brings happiness, joy , and peace all over the world, I’m from Key West Florida and you where are you form if I may ask? I’ve been living in Key West for 30years now

[@MamaTenny]

@@chuckstraub3681 hi Chuck! I’m from Toronto Canada 🇨🇦 Thank you for watching!

[@chuckstraub3681]

@@MamaTenny You’re welcome 😊 that’s a nice place you live in, How long have you been living in there now?

[@MamaTenny]

@@chuckstraub3681 my whole life Chuck! All 60 years, lol!

[@courtneymedic]

Did you do your own makeup? If so we need a makeup tutorial. It looks amazing! Great video!

[@MamaTenny]

Thank you so much Lulu! Yes, I do my own makeup and still getting used to how it translates on camera so I appreciate your kind comment!

[@MikeShawTV]

lolololol Hilarious! Idea perhaps if you do a restaurant theme in the future. Flo's Diner as in "Kiss My Grits". Your actress would shine in that role!

[@MamaTenny]

I think she’s up for any role Mike! 😂 Thank you!

[@tracyauchterlonie6597]

You opened my eyes to Mayo!👀💜

[@MamaTenny]

Did you fix your Instagram Tracy? 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@chuckstraub3681]

Hello How are you doing, I hope this year brings happiness, joy , and peace all over the world, I’m from Key West Florida and you where are you form if I may ask? I’ve been living in Key West for 30years now

[@Dizel994]

I actually love soup so I was surprised to hear that it is one your list

[@MamaTenny]

I love soup too, that’s why it’s n my list! It’s the creamy, buttery ones at restaurants that you need to question. I love the puréed ones, without all the added stuff, I actually think they taste better too! Also the broth type are great but in restaurants they are generally loaded with so much salt that you can’t stop drinking water all night! Made at home or knowing what’s in there makes all the difference! Enjoy!🍜

[@Dizel994]

@@MamaTenny ohhh yeah okay that makes sense

[@fbgin]

Have to comment just to shout out the butt graphic😭 You are doing great Mama Tenny!!💪

[@MamaTenny]

Hahaha! That was Will’s editor’s touch! Glad you enjoyed it!😘

[@AnnMarie490]

❤

[@ragel1486]

If I’m ordering salad at a restaurant and they don’t list the calories, I’ll just ask for some balsamic vinegar as the dressing, skip the cheese, and ask for some avocado if it’s available. Even something seemingly innocuous, like a vinaigrette, can be LOADED with oil.

[@MamaTenny]

Soooooo true! I’d rather save my non healthy choices for French fries! Not a salad that I think is low cal! 🥗🍟

[@aopm08]

Can we get some amazing recipes from Mama Tenny?

[@MamaTenny]

Thank you!! I hope you’ve watched my chicken and broccoli video-3 great recipes there and the barley risotto in my what I eat in a day video! Lots more to come, appreciate you watching! ❤️

[@zadinal]

Right around the 8:00 mark this starts turning into a Will Tennyson video.

[@MamaTenny]

😂🤣 I had to go to the 8 min mark to see what you meant! That’s Will’s editor’s touch! Lol

[@LRB9498]

Victoria is the real VIP of the Tenny family

[@MamaTenny]

Soooo true!!! She is such a good sport! 👩‍👧💕

[@adammiller5966]

I always overestimate when eating out. For example, might as well assume there’s 1 maybe 2 tbs of oil in a restaurant dish. Sauces and soups… no thanks. Dressing on the side so I can minimize damage. I don’t eat out a lot but when I do, I try to cut a couple corners but also be mindful of the occasion (anniversary, birthday, date night, meal with friends or family). At the end of the day, it’s all about balance

[@MamaTenny]

My sentiments exactly! Balance and moderation is key! You can’t get crazy either! 🤪

[@danijelgjorgjievski2421]

Damm that vicki is so 🥰🥰🥰

[@MamaTenny]

She is, isn’t she 🥰

[@priscillabahaw5673]

Eating out is exactly how you portrayed it. The servers act like you are the FBI when questioned. Just today I ordered a Starbucks iced americano with .25 cup non fat milk and blended with 2 pumps sugar free syrup blended. I watched the server behind the counter and they used low fat milk and probably poured about 1/3 cup. The way how the drink tasted , I could tell the syrup could have not been sugar free but I hope not. The thing was I stressed 0 fat milk because they did not have almond milk. And they still used low fat milk instead. It’s not a big deal for them but for me it actually is. That’s why I try to make most of meals at home and reserve eating out on occasions or when I do I order simple like a subway salad with roasted chicken no dressing .

[@MamaTenny]

So true Priscilla! At home we know what we’re getting, at restaurants sometimes….🤷🏼‍♀️

[@frankvaessen1490]

For some people that cake is for a family, for most people it's gone within 3 bites

[@MamaTenny]

Haha, true that Frank!! 🍰

[@elmagnificoco2393]

The nut shall not control me 😔

[@MamaTenny]

Hahaha! 🥜♥️🥜♥️🥜

[@Lizzy514]

Except dietary cholesterol and serum cholesterol are not the same. Cholesterol is produced in our liver and not related to diet except that the more sugar, fruit or otherwise, and Omega 6 we eat, create sticky blood vessels.

[@MamaTenny]

You are a wealth of information Elizabeth! Are you a dietitian or just extremely well read? Thank you! ❤️

[@sarahhanson4094]

....but......💨🤣