Reading

Discover your next great read from a curated collection of "best books of 2017" lists, featuring recommendations from The New York Times, Amazon, Bill Gates, and more. via kottke.org

Barry Ritholtz shares his midweek morning reads, linking to articles covering guerilla tactics against RenTech and comparing tulip bulbs to Bitcoin. via The Big Picture

This list of 15 essential amari includes tasting notes from author Brad Thomas Parsons. Parsons, who literally wrote the book on amaro, categorizes his list by style, starting light and ending with fernet.

Nautilus magazine features articles on science and culture, with recent pieces on topics like the ozone, AI, and animal intelligence. via Nautilus | Science Connected

This article explains how to check if a turkey is fully cooked, recommending an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh meat to ensure it reaches 165°F. via The Kitchn

This recipe from Bon Appétit magazine shows you how to mix gin, Lillet Blanc, and Suze liqueur to make a White Negroni cocktail.

WIRED published an article about Facebook's new standalone app, Local, which is a guide to what's happening nearby. via WIRED

Steven Spielberg directs Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks in "The Post," a historical drama about the Washington Post's decision to publish the Pentagon Papers. via kottke.org

Tim Ferriss interviews Tim O'Reilly, founder of O'Reilly Media, about AI, the future of work, and books. via @tferriss.