Sourdough can blur the line between art and food. | Photo by @madisonsourdough
Sourdough is soaring in popularity, according to Google Trends, and so is interest in making your own. And yes, it’s somehow even more popular than it was in 2020.
If you’re among those baking some new habits into your life via flour and yeast, here are a few ways to get in on the action in Louisville:
The sourdough specialists at Baking Layne are helping bandwagon-hoppers in 2025 with a new class designed for smaller groups of 5-6 people.
Get started on your journey to sourdough mastery at one of MozzaPi’s Intro to Sourdough classes. Heads up: These sell out fast.
Family-owned culinary school Cooking at the Cottage first opened in 2010, and has a few classes for sourdough beginners on its calendar.
For those who prefer their loaves made by an expert, there’s a bunch of spots around town to get your fill of doughy goodness. We’re fans of Wilsthire Pantry’s sourdough loaves, the traditional French Levain at Blue Dog Bakery & Cafe, and the Oaxacan-inspired Pan de Masa Madre at La Pana Bakery y Cafe.
Pro tip: If you’re picking up some tasty treats at any of Louisville’s bakeries, from our experience, the apron-laden are typically willing to offer some friendly advice for beginner bakers eager to learn more.
A. Yes, I’d win the Great British Baking Show B. Yes, but I’ve only made a few loaves C. No, but I’d like to get started D. No, I prefer to do the eating
Monday, March 10 “Come Fly With Me” | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Oxmoor Farm | $10+ | Settle in for a night of Classical music as the Nou Lou Chamber Players performs works by Saint-Saëns, TJ Cole, and Ravel.
Tuesday, March 11 The Parklands Walking Club | 8:30 a.m. | Beckley Creek Park | Free | Meet fellow step-chasers for a leisurely 4-mile walk on The Louisville Loop.
Wednesday, March 12 Legends Series | 5:30-8 p.m. | Kentucky Derby Museum | $100 | Enjoy dinner, bourbon tastings, and a panel discussion about the bourbon industry.
Thursday, March 13 Girl Scout Cookie Pairing | Thursday, March 13-Sunday, March 16 | 5 p.m. | Old Louisville Brewery | Free entry, $25 for a tasting | Sample carefully curated pairings between your favorite annual tradition and a local beer — and even take home a few boxes of Thin Mints while you’re at it.
Friday, March 14 Cirque Italia: “Water Circus” | Friday, March 14-Monday, March 17 | Times vary | Lynn Family Stadium | $15+ | See a 1950s-themed circus show with jugglers, acrobats, and tumblers from all over the world.
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Nonstop flights to Myrtle Beach and Tampa will initially operate four days a week out of SDF. | Photo courtesy of Louisville Regional Airport Authority
What if spring break could be more than just a break from the routine and turn into an actual getaway? Luckily for Louisvillians, getting away is even easierthanks to Spirit Airlines.
You can now fly from Derby City to Myrtle Beach and Tampa with ease, making your coastal dreams a reality. Imagine basking in the sun with the sound of waves as your soundtrack.
Book your coastal spring break trip — sun and sand await.
The timeline is coming into focus for JCTC’s $90 million renovation. Officials expect to open the 37,000-sqft Center for Science and Discovery in time for the fall semester. The new building will house classrooms, faculty office space, and state-of-the-art laboratories + equipment for students. (WLKY)
Eat
A Jamaican restaurant is opening its doors in downtown Louisville later this month. Elliment Restaurant & Lounge will serve up traditional dishes from the island, plus sandwiches, salads, and a $7 lunch special from its location in the Weissinger-Gaulbert building. (Louisville Business First)
Number
$8 million. That’s how much UofL secured in funding for Kentucky-based manufacturers. Up to $200,000 is available per recipient, and the money can be used for automation, robotics, and 3D printing purposes. Applications are open. (Louisville Business First)
Sports
The UofL Cardinals men’s basketball team is preparing for the ACC Tournament after closing out the regular season this weekend. The Cards are the No. 2 seed for the tournament in Charlotte, and will play their first game in the quarterfinals on Thursday, March 13 at 7 p.m. (WHAS 11)
Volunteer
Louisville Parks and Recreation and TreesLouisville are seeking volunteers for this year’s TreeFest at Petersburg Park on Saturday, April 19. Sign up to help plant 100 trees + setup and cleanup. The Arbor Day event is also taking applications for educational booths and green product vendors.
Watch
You may spot a host of Louisville locations in the recently released “Queen of the Ring.” Based on true events, the feature film premiered in theaters late last week, and tells the story of legendary professional wrestler Mildred Burke. Filming spots around town included Oxmoor Farm and The Henry Clay building. (The Courier Journal)
Quoted
“I feel genuinely sorry for cities that don’t have a few fish sandwich go-tos,” said one of our Instagram followers. So we’ve got a question. What’s your go-to fish fry spot in and around Louisville? Help us out.
Mansion Monday
Imagine cooking up a storm in the kitchen of your dreams. This 9,000+ sqft home in Louisville’s Glenview neighborhood just hit the market, with five beds, six baths, and two acres of sprawling greenery. Not convinced? There’s also a golf simulator room and spacious outdoor pool area.
Listen
How far can the Cards make it in March? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Louisville Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Job
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