Matt Alldian

The University of Texas at San Antonio has a collection of over 2,000 Mexican cookbooks dating back to 1789. A selection of these, most from 1940-2000, is available online.

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Eater Boston recommends 16 great Indian restaurants in the Boston area, from old favorites to new spots. via Eater Boston

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Someone figured out how to modify a third-party Xbox controller's firmware to change its USB descriptor – and it sounds like this is only the beginning. via Hackaday

Valet Magazine presents a curated selection of 10 high-quality men's shoes designed for longevity and style.

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"The Booksellers" documentary gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the world of rare book selling in New York. via kottke.org