What are you up to this weekend? We’re expecting a rainy Easter weekend here in Louisville. I’m hoping to get in some good walks with Daisy before it gets too soggy, box up my wool sweaters for summer storage, and make a tasty family dinner for when my college kid is home between finals and May term. (On that note: if you have any easy pasta recipes you love, I’m listening!)
I hope you have something to look forward to this weekend, and that this collection of interesting reads and favorite things helps ease you into that weekend frame of mind.
My favorite finds from around the web:
I offer gift links for articles whenever possible (you may still need to create an account with the publication); if there’s no gift link and you’re not a subscriber, check to see if your library carries the publication or use a service like Pocket.
Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden to Star in ‘Pride and Prejudice’ Miniseries at Netflix. (The Hollywood Reporter) Another adaptation is headed our way, written by Dolly Alderton.
On that note: Pride & Prejudice’s Alternate Ending Debate Addressed By Director Joe Wright 20 Years After Original Release. (Screen Rant) Did you know the U.S. version had a different ending than the rest of the world? I had no idea!
We are documented key lime pie lovers here at the Bogel household. This week I tried this key lime pie bar recipe (Sally’s Baking Addiction) for the first time and it was fantastic!
People form human chain, move 9,100 books to new Michigan bookstore. (Washington Post) This is so heartwarming.
The Cult of the Mountain-Town Weatherman. (Outside) “He is a common denominator: a folk hero and a prophet and the person to blame when your plans go to shit. Everyone I know has an opinion about his forecasts. And I mean literally everyone.”
Antoni Gaudí Was a Venerated Architect. Now He May Become a Saint. (New York Times gift link) “Pope Francis on Monday placed Antoni Gaudí, the Catalan modernist once called “God’s architect” for his work on the Sagrada Familia, Barcelona’s world-famous basilica, on the path to sainthood.” I had no idea this was in the works. We visited the Sagrada Familia in 2023 and it was breathtaking.
An in-the-know friend once recommended this inexpensive face mask from The Ordinary as a dupe for the much pricier Drunk Elephant Babyfacial. I don’t use it much in the winter but it’s working well for me (again) in early spring.
The Color-Drenched Cult of Le Creuset. (New York Times gift link) “Like Hermès and Chanel, Le Creuset is a Gallic legacy brand that has flourished in the modern global marketplace by becoming collectible while also remaining functional. And collectors have turned what was once a niche brand into a near-cult, perpetually entranced by new lines, colors and shapes.”
What I’ve been reading lately: the new and the notable. (MMD) Even shorter and sweeter this month because I am knee-deep in Summer Reading Guide prep.
Deeply Human Guide to Social Circles That Make You Feel Alive Again. (The Augustate) “The lost art of sitting on a friend’s couch, talking in circles while cooking dinner in the background, is the true soul of social life.”
Why my reading life is a buffet. (MMD) “The concepts of abundance, possibility, and choice have always felt foreign to me and maybe just plain wrong. Growing up, many things were decided for me, from when and what I ate (no snacking) to the books I was allowed to read (specifically no fiction).” Our very own Shannan writes about bringing abundance into her reading life.
Remember public phones? The Masters still offers old-school devices as alternative to cellphones. (Associated Press) “While they provide an outlet for those looking to touch base with the world outside of Augusta National’s gates, there are some issues that come with them. Like, remembering phone numbers.”
Don’t miss these posts:
15 recommended reads for those traveling to the Pacific Northwest (or who want to). The Pacific Northwest is a book lover’s dream! Here’s some literary inspiration for anyone planning a trip to the Pacific Northwest or looking for some armchair travel.
Louisville City Guide. Bookmark this for future travels to my hometown.
8 calming nonfiction books to read when you’re stressed. These titles will help you slow down, breathe deep, and take a well-deserved reading break.
Have a great weekend!
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I went to the Masters this year and definitely had to call people! I’m old enough to remember certain phone numbers, the hard part was getting people to pick up since the caller ID sometimes says “Potential Spam” and not “You have a bougie friend calling from the Augusta Nationals”. 😉 Also, most of the phone numbers I remembered were for people who were with me.
So proud to be a resident of Chelsea, MI! Serendipity is a great bookstore, and Chelsea is a great town. We’re blessed.
Susie, I’m so happy to find out you live there!
I have so many favorite Alexandra Cooks recipes I make on repeat (chocolate chip cookies, banana bread), but this baked pasta is both simple and tasty!
https://alexandracooks.com/2025/01/18/simple-baked-pasta-to-bake-now-to-bring-to-a-friend-to-save-for-later/
Thank you!
When you said “two pieces” that have the word cult in the title, for some reason I thought you were talking about swimsuits (which really doesn’t make sense come to think of it) 😂, but I was looking for a link for swimsuits. Maybe next time! Haha
hahaha! Maybe next time 😄
This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. Love the bit of kick from the Calabrian peppers!
https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/bucatini-with-walnut-parsley-pesto
Just tried this pasta recipe this past week and it was a hit with the family! I love peas, mint and lemon, so I really loved it! https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/creamy-one-pot-pasta-with-peas-and-mint
My easy go-to: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/one-pot-farfalle-primavera-3364621
It’s one pot, takes all kinds of changes, and is ready basically in the time it takes the pasta to cook.
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Truly a one pot pasta that is delicious and easy! I make it all the time.
https://www.marthastewart.com/978784/one-pan-pasta
Hi Anne! Here’s a simple recipe that you can use as a starting point and add your favorite protein or seasonal veggies. Minimal prep time and delicious. https://www.southernliving.com/boursin-pasta-11683844
For that pasta idea! Look on Pinterest for Spaghetti Casserole. I have some finicky grandchildren eaters and they loved this! Boil spaghetti noodles. Brown ground meat with whatever your eaters like..onion, garlic, etc. Use Raoul’s Marinara in a jar to pour over the meat. Mix in the pasta. Pour in casserole. Three kinds of cheese on top. Voila! Don’t overcook the pasta first go round as it will cook more in the casserole. Salad, garlic bread. Just Google Spaghetti Casserole.😋
I have to say, I am down for that new Pride & Prejudice miniseries! I love Jack Lowden in Slow Horses. Also, recipe blogger over here reporting in for duty–here’s one of my favorite easy pasta recipes. You could easily add shrimp or chicken to it as well to bulk it up if you wanted. https://www.vanillabeancuisine.com/mascarpone-pasta/
Those key lime pie bars look fantastic. We are huge key lime pie fans at our house. Haven’t been to the Florida Keys since 2018 to have one in their birthplace, but have to be content with making pies at home. Thank goodness for Nellie and Joe’s bottled juice, as finding key limes in the grocery store is a rare occurrence.
We have JB Weather in my southern Maryland community. He’s a self-trained amateur meteorologist who started posting forecasts online when he was a teenager. He provides online local weather service for our area, that’s near DC and Baltimore, but close enough to the water to have weather that’s just different enough from those cities. People in our community trust him and have the same conversations on doctors’ offices and school pick-up lines, “Did you see what JB was forecasting…?”
I watched Pride & Prejudice with friends while in London when I was in college. We all loved it and decided to go see it again in theatres after we got back to the states. We were shocked to find there was a completely different ending!
For another key lime recipe idea for the warmer months, these key lime popsicles from smitten kitchen are absolutely delicious (and fun to make).
https://smittenkitchen.com/2013/08/key-lime-pie-popsicles/
What to do with leftover ham next week? Here’s a family favorite from Mel. https://www.melskitchencafe.com/ham-and-pasta-skillet-dinner/
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Baked ziti with vegetables is delicious!
This is a fabulous pasta recipe. It’s vegetarian but I’ve served it to avid meat eaters and they’ve loved it.
If I ever get around to compiling our family cookbook this recipe will make the cut. I skip the step of adding the lemon slices to the pasta: https://www.thekitchn.com/ina-garten-lemon-fusilli-arugula-23020739
Once Upon a Chef has a great Key Lime Pie using regular Persian limes. My Florida-born husband was highly suspicious and sure we were wasting time, money and ingredients but it was easy (starting with shopping for the ingredients) and absolutely delicious.
https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/key-lime-pie.html
This is our FAVORITE key lime pie recipe! If you like it extra tart (we do!) just up the lime juice to a full cup…no other changes needed.
Here are a couple of our favorite pasta dishes…
https://www.melskitchencafe.com/skillet-chicken-with-broccoli-pasta-and-parmesan/
https://www.melskitchencafe.com/sausage-and-spinach-penne-skillet-supper/
https://ohsweetbasil.com/20-minute-cherry-tomato-basil-angel-hair-pasta-recipe/#recipe *
* We omit the lemon and add fresh corn cut from 2-3 ears of corn.
If you’re looking for a new cookbook, Melanie from Mel’s Kitchen Cafe has a great one!
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