My Favorite Things Archive
This page is an archive of the current favorite things that I feature on my home page
Donabe
Image Source and License
Sept 20, 2024 - current
I have had a donabe for some time since I found one for a very good price at a thrift store. I was aware that they are very common in Japan and other parts of East Asia as a way of making rice, soups, and other dishes, but I was not aware of just how cool they are and how great the food you make in them comes out. I eat a lot of rice, and this has been a game changer in simplifing my cooking experience (and moving away from plastics and nonstick cooking surfaces). Much like a cast-iron pan, the surface of the ceramic builds a seasoning, and is able to impart fragrance and flavor into future foods you make in it. I would definitely recommend one to those who really enjoy rice or trying new methods of cooking.
ThinkPad T430
Image Source (nonfree license)
July 30, 2024 - Sept 20, 2024
I recently got myself on the ThinkPad train when I picked up a T410 to do some tinkering and Windows 7 shenanigans. I found a good deal on a T430 and decided to pick that one up for a more modern computing experience, and the thing is awesome. It doesn't have as much character as the T410, but is certainly a very capable laptop in 2024. I've been using the new release of Linux Mint (Wilma) since it came out, and it's a very fun experience.