Dense Discovery’s 222nd issue included links to a few vegetarian recipes that sound quite tasty. Gathering ingredients for this one and the peanut soup.

Could this app replace my messy notes that collect shows and movies to watch, books to read and games to play? / via CJ Chilvers’ How to Stay Creative Forever

I'm in dire need of a large stack of colored paper. / via a Present & Correct tweet

I first was enamored with Wesley’s work with One of Many that he references here. It’s inspiring to say the least to see his growth as photographer. / via Om

Been wanting to make one of these for a while. Want a deeper dive? Clean Air Crew has lots more info / via MetaFilter

Cabel has rebooted. There are snacks. 2023, the year of the blog???

Indian Type Foundry’s growing collection of professional grade fonts that are 100% free for personal and commercial use.

And Almost Everyone There Is Over 65. (This thread by Joe Bernstein is a great introduction to his article about the “Geezer Happy Hour”).

I would consider a roadtrip to visit this Taco Bell. / via Polygon

I honestly didn't know there was an Action Mode.

Young Jerks designed the blocks and packaging. (And tho they didn't design it, this woodie station wagon in the CAMP store by Candylab is also pretty darn awesome looking.)

Rick Waalders has created a sortable directory of AI tools plus a glossary and resources. Soon there will be an AI creating NCIS variants. / via sidebar

I've always loved these labels, with their understated design and use of Optima. Nice to learn the backstory and understand the system in place.

I'm excited for what’s in store for 2023 after reading this list that includes upcoming work from Trevor’s favorite directors and sequels.

Seems like a good time to re-watch “Her.” Though the movie is almost 10 years old, its view of AI and interfaces is quite prescient. Scene: Firing up the OS for the first time.

Including a really nice sketch

Chris Coyier shares list of blogs in an XML format. He carved it out to encourage those curious about RSS and need a place to start (and to try out a new RSS reader).

While reading Tomorrow x 3 I came across this term and didn’t know what it meant. This short explainer video helped me understand the more complex wikipedia entry.

That sweet spot in the middle. / via Rachel

I'm still sifting through year end lists to find new things to read, play and listen to. Colly’s collection is presented so darn good.

Thom Yorke in 2023 looks like a Thom Yorke sent from the future to warn present-day Thom Yorke about machines subjugating humanity in an oncoming dystopia. - @Steven_Hyden

SwissMiss had a birthday, and she kicked it off with intent and goals and fortitude. Also of note, her call to find ways to celebrate her 50th: The responses are gold.

Kevin Fanning’s post about making variations of the Andor theme reminded me of this segment on CBS Sunday Morning about the composer behind Succession, Andor and a slew of other music for shows and movies.

One of the highlights of the year was seeing Jason Kottke return to regular posting after sabbatical. He wraps up some of the good things from the year. Also, sabbaticals should be way more common.

I dig how Austin blends experiences and moments in his year end list. Mental note: Start a list like that for 2023.

Filing this away as there are both overlaps with my favorites and lots of flicks to add to the list. / via Yewknee

Dan Sinker has a new blog (yay). His last post for this year collects things he’s read, watched, heard, and experienced that made the year better.

Been daydreaming of a dedicated space for making things outside of the house. CJ Chilvers’ collection of small workspaces and cabins is inspiring.

Gastón Abril Rotger captures scenes of celebration on the streets of Buenos Aires.

Paul Cocksedge’s installation in the UK tips a hat to the metal-working and textile history of the building and area. It’s quite lovely. / via Dezeen

Brandon Schaefer shares some great snippets that inspire reading the full NYTimes interview.

It's an ad. And it's _really_ touching. Translated description: ”There can always be room at the table for acceptance, respect and, above all, celebration.”

And a burger. Delighted by this identity by Kurppa Hosk. Also, I want to play Wipeout again. / via Brand New

Smitten with the story and production of this piece by Mathew Salton with additional animation by James Bascara.

”How would you tell your best friend about it?” and oodles of other good nuggets from Matt Haughey.

Admission: I didn't know of Tom Phillips until he was gone. More from The Art Newspaper and Slipped Disc

I watched this video on TV while eating (a homemade) dinner. I fondly remember the cherry pie compartment from my youth.

I nodded all along the cases that Derek Powazek presents and concludes. “Online communities are bars and we should admit that and start building the diverse, engaging, and safe gathering places we deserve.”

So pretty indeed. Love the cumulative sort feature to boot. / via Ben Werdmuller

I trust whatever insight Dan Mall shares about Design Systems will be actionable and extremely valuable. (I also dig this format as it seems like it won’t be overwhelming!)

Speaking the Eames Institute, they have a (virtual) magazine to share stories about people, projects, and ideas that are shaping a better tomorrow. I kinda wish it was a real magazine, had an RSS feed or both!

Jim once thought about his sketchbook as an enjoyable way to waste time. I’m glad the Eames Institute sponsored this video which was an enjoyable way to get inspired. More goodness on Jim’s website.

A fantastic growing directory of personal blogs organized by Phil Gyford. / as seen all over the feeds

This video by Sabrina Cruz is dense and mind-blowing from multiple angles. (I've been working on Japanese websites of late.) As Andy Baio notes, the addendum is well worth a visit.

Read this article about delight in product design and enjoyed the illustrations by Dan Zucco. He’s got a class on Domestika that looks quite good.

The sentiments here apply to so many different practices. Austin’s thoughts from 2 years ago hold up well. Nice to revisit, thanks to Michael Rill

Went down a rabbit hole watching and listening to this. / via Drew Daniel

This installation seems very much like his work in Naoshima, Japan (a favorite of all time). Bucket listing to go here. Bonus: Great photos by Noah Kalina in the article.

Plant-based, marbleized meats and a _very_ hip website. Pricey, but whoa, advances in food technology! / via Uncrate

She's billed as a pole dancer, but it's more than that. And her performance transcends the annoying way this television show is edited.

An appeal for a better design vocabulary from a favorite professor from OSU, Paul Nini. Get to know the difference between a logo, brandmark and then some. / Thanks DJ!

Kathryn texted this list and I found Becoming Minimalist have expanded it to 99 ideas. But I like the easily digestible image version for starters.

Reminding myself of the trove that is the Library of Congress site, thanks to Antonio of AisleOne.

Those aren't glitches, those are stacks of books, pads of paper and writing instruments. Think that's neat? Enjoy lots more of their work.

On how to train and develop prompts for impressive outputs of illustrated portraits of a person. Sidenote: Matt Haughey has been doubling down on posting short and longform content on his blog. So. Good.

Yup, more with the AI stuff. This particular thread by Sergei Galkin details the steps to transfer a physical toy to the digital world in very short order.

Andy Baio goes deep on the state of images generated from AI along with the ethical (and legal) debates. An excellent long read.

We celebrated this portable record player back in the day. And now it's back and with Bluetooth to boot! / via Tom

Ralph Hammer suggests changing your mood space to create options. Couldn’t hurt eh?

Microsoft creates a blend of pride flags and though it breaks the rules of traditional flags that rely on simplicity, I'm kinda digging it. Available on Github and Figma for use and remixing. / via dezeen