Help Stop SOPA and PIPA, Protect Your Internet

If you were not already aware, the US Government has presented two bills before Congress — the Protect IP Act (PIPA) in the Senate, and the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) in the House.

If SOPA and PIPA are passed, not only would this change the internet as we know it, by imposing harmful regulations, but it could potentially shut down major websites, some social media outlets, or any website that shares information — even humble little blogs like Foodiggity. And did we mention that these shutdowns would come immediately and without warning?

As major sites such as Wikipedia and WordPress.org have gone dark to raise awareness, Foodiggity would like to join in and offer our support. Please help show your opposition to these bills by signing this petition, or contact your Senator.

 

The BBBBQ: The Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival

An actual BBBBQ is upon us… The Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival 2012 continues, and hits New York City on January 28. With 60 beers, 40 bourbons, and plenty of pork products and other Southern fare to sample, it’s fun for all. Tickets are still available.

Foodiggity will be well-represented there, and might even have a few tickets to give away shortly. Stay tuned, and hopefully we’ll see you there — I’ll be the one eating pork.

The Roast My Weenie Hot Dog Cooker Will Help Make Family BBQs More Uncomfortable

Who wants a weenie? The Roast My Weenie Hot Dog Cooker will hold your tube meat in place while it roasts, and should help lighten the mood at the next outdoor family event. The metal base can even be customized to include a design or witty euphemism of your choice.

Just make sure to tell your guests to bring their appetites, and a healthy supply of dick jokes.

[link, via Incredible Things]

Wine Paintings That Get Better With Age

Much like the medium itself, these wine paintings by artist Elisabetta Rogai evolve over time. After a lot of trial and error, Rogai uses a water and flour mixture in the wine that she paints with, to help control the painting’s aging process. The result are portraits that begin with tones of purples and rubies, until they eventually fade into beautiful hues of orange and brown.

 

[link, via My Modern Met]