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Transfixing 3D Paper Patterns by Maud Vantours | Colossal
<p>Paris-based designer and artist Maud Vantours uses layer upon layer of cut paper to create hypnotizing patterns and textures that translate into set …
10 Brilliant Books That Will Grab You From Page One
<i>Originally posted on Kirkus:</i><p>We expect true crime books to draw us in from page one. But when a vast, epic novel or nonfiction book about the details of an international news story smartly seduces us from page one, count us impressed. Here are some titles that hooked us from the beginning but kept …
What Are the Pueblos Mágicos? The Best Reason to Visit Mexico
Deep in the heart of rural Mexico, you'll find the <i>Pueblos Mágicos</i>, a select group of Mexican villages whose cultural, historical, or natural treasures have been deemed, well, magical. They transport travelers to a realm of colonial churches, surrealist gardens, virgin beaches, and mountaintop …
MexicoSpice-Crusted Carrots with Harissa Yogurt
4 Servings<p>The sugar in the spice rub can burn if cooked too long, so watch these closely.<p>March 2014Print<p>Ingredients<p>2 pounds small carrots with tops, scrubbed, tops trimmed to ½”<p>Kosher salt<p>1 tablespoon sugar<p>1 teaspoon English mustard powder<p>1 teaspoon hot smoked Spanish paprika<p>1 teaspoon ground …
Carrots18 Bands to Check Out From South by Southwest 2014
From punk screamers to electronic pranksters, these acts justified their buzz—or sparked some.<p>Gaga's vomit; Tyler's riot—the headlines can make it seem like the South by Southwest music festival exists for already-famous musicians to grab even more publicity. But despite the attention-getting …
What 10 Things Should You Do Every Day To Improve Your Life?
Chris Pecoraro—Getty Images<p>Sam Edwards—Getty Images/Caiaimage<p>Jetta Productions—Getty Images<p>by nacoki ( MEDIA ARC )—Getty Images/Flickr RF<p>Reza …
41 Quick & Easy School Lunch Ideas to Pack for Your Kids
It's back-to-school time, and we've got 41 quick and easy lunch ideas to keep your kids happy—or at least relatively so.<p>Sometimes, parents write small notes of appreciation to put in their kids' lunchboxes. Which is sweet. But you know what they say: Actions speak louder than words. Make one of …
CookingHyper Dimensional Photographs in the Streets of So Paulo
Imagine walking down a busy, metropolitan street and suddenly looking up to see a huge, hyper dimensional photograph of a person staring down at you. Street artist Raquel Brust has been introducing this kind of experience in So Paulo, Brazil since 2008 with <i>Projeto Giganto</i>, which she describes as “a …
Brazil10 New Books You Need to Read This Year
From biographies to technical studies and step-by-step guides, here are 10 books that you should look for in the next few months.<p>Of course, we think you can learn a lot online. But, if you’re looking to take a deeper dive, there is often no substitute for the kind of thoughtful analysis you can get …
Body LanguageEat Your Way Through Montreal This Winter
<i>By Natalie Taylor</i><p>When the maple-syrup-drenched croissant touched my tongue, I knew that this Martin Picard brunch was worth the delighted squeals escaping from my fellow hungry foodies who had made the hour-plus pilgrimage from Montreal to his remote <i>cabane à sucre</i> (sugar shack) in Mirabel, …
Chicken Soup for the Chilly Soul: 20 Comforting, Warm Recipes
Try one of these comforting chicken soups, from classic chicken noodle to khao soi.<p><b>Like sweaters, chicken soup is a warm, wintry comfort.</b> Chicken soup, however, is infinitely tastier. Check out our wildly different takes on chicken soup in the slideshow, and decide which style you're going for …
CookingTop MP3s of the Week (1/10)
It’s that time again: the New Year. Publicists are back to work and new songs are to be heard. We’ve already made it clear that we’re stoked for …
Romantic Getaway: Long Weekend in Montréal
Winter in Montréal can be brutal—and beautiful. Couples willing to bundle up are rewarded with one of the most romantic cities in North America, …
FranceBest apps and sites to plan, record and share your trips
Dreaming up a trip is the easiest part of every journey. All you need is a working imagination. The other bits before you go? Not so easy, or so much fun. You’ve got to book tickets, worry about accommodation, work out budgets, apply for visas…then you’ve got to plan your itinerary. And what about …
Apps23 Amazing Rock Records From 2013 That Everyone Should Hear
Guitars are still awesome. Here's why.
50 Best Albums of 2013
Vampire Weekend cut the cute and raised the stakes, Kanye assaulted our ears, Bowie shocked the world and Miley tossed a dance-pop party grenade<p>50<p>The …
Data startup Geostellar launches super simple way to see solar panel options for your roof
Advertisement<p>2 Comments<p>The ultimate home solar deals site just launched. Three and a half year old data startup Geostellar has finally launched a …
The Best Fall Travel Books
This fall, we’re seeing a heap of new #TripLit stocking the shelves, the kind of books that — no matter if they fall under the fiction, adventure, history, or foodie categories — open up the world and inspire us to make a break for new places and embrace new experiences.<p><b>So cuddle up with a cup of</b> …
Learn the History of Typography Through Type:Rider, a Super Mario-Esque Game for Your Smartphone
We all have a favorite font. But how much do you really know about it? You may be a self-classified "font fanatic" who knows Gary Hustwit's <i>Helvetica</i> …
Typography10 documentaries every traveler should watch
I tell Werner Herzog jokes at parties. David Attenborough makes me swoon. I’m such a documentary nerd, I’ve gone places because of them. These 10 …
Papua New GuineaAromatherapy and its Role in our Well Being
We take the power of scent too lightly. To surround self or surroundings with scent, even demurely, has tremendous potential.<p>Aromatherapy can play a …
Phenomenal Footage Of A Dancer Battling With Light
There's few dance videos quite as breathtaking as 'Nuance'.<p>Created by Marc-Antoine Locatelli it's the near perfect blend of choreography, motion …
The Works of Julien Spianti
Julien Spianti was born 1982 and in 2005 she attained a masters degree in Philosophy and Aesthetics at Paris I Sorbonne. She currently works and …
Masters Degree2 Buddies From California Quit Their Jobs To Take An Epic Road Trip Across 13 Countries
Sahakian, who worked in music production and multimedia, and Moghbel, who had a venture capital job working with early-stage startups, departed Los Angeles last August and headed to Alaska. They then roadtripped across the U.S. before visiting Africa and South and Central America.<p><b>Click here to jump</b> …
National Parks17 Essential Items Every Guy Should Own
We know that many men find shopping challenging, which is why we've whipped up clothing guides for everything from pants to suits to shoes to shorts (yes, we're OK with guys wearing shorts -- sometimes). But at the end of the day, it's easiest to just have a simple, go-to list: What does a guy need …
Europe's Most Beautifully Precarious Villages
Europe is home to some of the world's most enchanting villages; small, rustic towns where time seems to slow down and travelers can explore narrow streets, ancient buildings, and farm-fresh country taverns to really soak up the local flavor. Europe is also home to some of the most unusual villages …
European TravelExploring the best of Croatia's islands
Croatia’s coast is speckled with dozens of magnificent islands that range from tiny, verdant and unpopulated to massive, arid and sporting ancient towns and villages. One of the chief delights on any visit to Croatia is hopping between the islands on the numerous ferries, catamarans and taxi boats, …
European Travel35 Random Corners Of The Internet You Should Visit When You Need A Break
Bookmark this for when you're having a bad day or when you just need a distraction and want to play. There's something so soothing about these single-serving sites.<p>Major h/t to this post by Tumblr user Writing Weasels and the website The Useless Web for providing me with endless hours of amusement.
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