FORGET LASER POINTERS — THIS CAT PREFERS PARACHUTES! 9 LIVES, NO LIMITS
If you thought cats were content lounging in sunbeams and knocking things off tables, let us introduce you to Thoth: the daredevil Bengal-mix redefining feline adventure. While most kitties
are busy chasing laser pointers, Thoth is soaring through the skies, strapped to his human, Ivan Kuznetsov, for high-flying, parachute-skiing escapades. Yes, you read that right. Thoth and Ivan aren’t your typical skier-and-cat duo (as if that’s a thing). After tackling regular downhill skiing in December, they decided to up the ante! Secured snugly to Ivan’s harness, Thoth suited up in his own down jacket, braving the icy winds of Gribanovka Ski Resort like a seasoned pro. He even sported a tiny helmet because safety first, even for feline thrill-seekers. According to Ivan, an alpine ski instructor and skydiver, Thoth is the perfect co-pilot. “During the flight, he looked around with curiosity and was totally calm,” said Ivan. “The only thing that scared him was the noise of the cable car, so we started landing farther away from it.” It's a small price to pay for being a sky-high sensation.
Thoth’s daredevil streak started early. As a kitten, he ditched the comfort of a backpack mid-bike ride, opting instead to perch on Ivan’s shoulder. That was when Ivan knew he had a fellow adrenaline seeker on his hands. Now at 7 months old, Thoth embraces every challenge Ivan throws his way. “As soon as I put on his jacket and harness, he runs to the door purring. He enjoys walking in the park, cycling, skiing, snowboarding, and even swimming.” The dynamic duo isn’t stopping anytime soon. Next on their list? Rafting, tandem rock climbing, and eventually, a parachute jump. But don’t worry, Thoth will have a specially designed fabric container to keep him safe as he takes on the skies again. One thing is certain: While most cats spend their days napping, Thoth is out here living nine lives to the absolute fullest.
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EATS WITH ELLIE
CREAMY CHICKEN CARBONARA
With tender chicken, crispy pancetta, and a velvety egg-based sauce, this is a rich, satisfying take on classic carbonara — and it comes together in about 30 minutes.
INGREDIENTS •
12 oz spaghetti or linguine
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3 oz Parmesan cheese
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1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced (8 oz)
4 oz pancetta or bacon, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup pasta water
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Salt and pepper 1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp chopped parsley, optional
4 large eggs
DIRECTIONS 1. Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente. Save 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain. 2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, and cook
chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove chicken. 3. In a bowl, mix eggs and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
4. Add pancetta to chicken pan, cook until crispy, then stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds. 5. Toss pasta with pancetta, then remove from heat. Stir in egg mixture, adding reserved pasta water gradually until creamy. 6. Mix in chicken and garnish with parsley before serving.
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