Matt Alldian

Learn about the invention of the bendy straw by Joseph Friedman in 1937. via kottke.org.

Learn how to sharpen knives and what tools you'll need from Alex at French Guy Cooking, plus a comment discussing the nuances of different knives and sharpening techniques. via Make:

PUNCH gathered recipes from 17 bartenders across the country and conducted a blind taste test to determine the best Old-Fashioned recipe. via PUNCH.

Budweiser's Super Bowl commercial for Super Bowl LII highlighted their emergency water program and announced the addition of their Fort Collins brewery to the program. via BeerPulse

Budweiser created a new symbol to represent beers brewed with 100% renewable energy and is encouraging other companies to adopt it as well.

Greg Pak, comic book writer known for "Planet Hulk," shares his 10-step process for writing comics, which emphasizes outlining, tackling easier scenes first, and multiple revisions. via kottke.org

Robinhood Crypto is launching in February and will allow users to trade Bitcoin and Ethereum without commissions - you can sign up now to monitor market data and set alerts for 16 major cryptocurrencies. via Fast Company

Amazing deals on TVs and soundbars are rounded up in this article just in time for Super Bowl 2019. via WIRED

Branding and packaging design for Huxtaburger restaurant by Pop Pac. via The Dieline

The Kitchn put together 50 meal prep recipes, including grab-and-go breakfasts, packable lunches, bowls, and dinners. via The Kitchn

Chefling, a kitchen app that connects your food inventory with recipes and shopping lists, has raised $1 million in funding. via The Spoon