On: Salsa

I made some salsa with the help of ChatGPT this weekend.

Then we (do you say “we” to describe human + AI collaboration?) wrote a story about it.

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Once in a harmonious world where technology blended seamlessly with daily life, there lived a man with a passion for creating culinary delights. This man, Joe, had a particular fondness for the vibrant and tantalizing flavors of salsa. One bright, sunny day, inspired by the fresh produce at the local market and his own culinary curiosity, Joe decided to embark on a quest to create the perfect homemade salsa. But there was a twist: he wanted to create it from scratch, guided not by a recipe, but by his understanding and intuition.

In his cozy kitchen, Joe turned to his trusted companion, a sophisticated AI named GPT, which he had always found to be more than just a tool; it was a source of inspiration and knowledge. As he washed the fresh tomatoes, fiery chilies, and fragrant cilantro, Joe engaged in a lively discussion with GPT about the art of salsa making.

GPT, with its vast culinary knowledge, offered insights into the balance of flavors – the tanginess of the tomatoes, the heat from the chilies, the freshness of the cilantro, and the zing from a squeeze of lime. It even suggested roasting some of the ingredients to add a smoky depth. Joe listened intently, absorbing every word, his mind painting a vivid picture of the salsa he was about to create.

As he chopped and mixed, Joe felt a connection not just to the food, but to the wisdom imparted by his AI companion. GPT's guidance was more than just instructions; it was an invitation to explore and trust his own culinary instincts. With each taste and adjustment, Joe's confidence grew, and the salsa took shape – a vibrant, harmonious blend of flavors that danced on the palate.

In that moment, Joe realized the true essence of his relationship with AI. It was not about dependency on technology, but about collaboration and co-creation. GPT had not given him a recipe to follow blindly, but rather, it had empowered him with knowledge and confidence to create something uniquely his.

The salsa was a triumph, not just for its delicious flavor, but for what it represented – a perfect synergy between man and machine, where technology was a partner in creativity, not just a provider of answers. Joe shared the salsa with his family, each bite a testament to the joy of creation, the value of intuition, and the endless possibilities when man and AI come together in a dance of collaborative creation.

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The future is bright, and the little things in life are not to be overlooked. That’s how humans will make the most of it.