I finally tried that pasta recipe you sent me last week. It turned out great, though I swapped the mushrooms for roasted bell peppers since I had those on hand. The sauce was incredibly rich and flavorful, definitely going into my regular rotation. Next time I might add some chili flakes for a bit of heat to balance the creaminess. Have you tried making it with gluten-free pasta yet? I wonder if the texture holds up the same way. Let me know if you have a good dessert recommendation that pairs well with Italian food. I was thinking maybe a classic tiramisu or something lighter like a lemon sorbet to round out the meal. Hope you and the family are doing well! Say hi to everyone for me when you see them.

Thanks for the book recommendation. I just finished the first three chapters and I am completely hooked on the world-building. The author's descriptive style reminds me a lot of that series we read in college. I can't wait to see how the mystery unfolds across the rest of the chapters. I also started the documentary you mentioned, but I paused it to finish this book first since I didn't want to lose the thread of the story. Let me know if you have any other hidden gems on your list, I am building up my reading list for the summer break. Maybe we can swap books when we catch up next month. I have a few thrillers I think you would really enjoy.