tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35276034814622737822024-03-04T02:57:19.153-08:00Dave's Donut BlogAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.comBlogger92125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-24110778792632268272016-04-20T10:23:00.000-07:002016-04-20T18:05:02.996-07:00Donut Factory Placerville, CA<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Donuts are God's gift to mankind. They are the culmination of endless years of human craft perfecting baking techniques of yeast and flour, and discovering balanced methods of molding sugar into a perfect blanket of crisp piquant delight.<br />
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On this day we found ourselves driving through Placerville on our way to South Lake Tahoe for a day of snowboarding. We knew we needed something to start our day off on the right foot, so we asked google where the nearest donut shop was. We found The Donut Factory.<br />
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Overall Shop Rating: 3 Nadas<br />
It was average, deserving an average write up on this average blog post.<br />
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Vibe of the Shop: 3 Nadas<br />
It was your run-of-the-mill donut hang out. Nothing special, but nothing not special.<br />
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Taste of the Glaze Donut: 3 Nadas<br />
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It was a little bread-y. I was hoping for a little more fluff in the dough, but my hopes we dashed upon the grind stone of too much dough density.<br />
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Coffee: 2 Nadas<br />
Bland donut coffee. In the age of the hipster, I figured donut shops might catch wind that people like quality gourmet coffee. But, what was I expecting... This is Placerville, CA. Hipsters can stomach the ruggedness of this town.<br />
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The selection of donuts was nice, and they even had a blueberry donut!<br />
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The outdoor seating was nice too. I love when you can enjoy the outdoors while munching on a good snack.<br />
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Overall, if I lived in this town and needed a donut, I would come here.<br />
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Go get 'em. Donuts.<br />
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"<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/when-is-the-real-donut-day_563a2bd2e4b0411d306f03cd" target="_blank">2 national donut days in one a year</a>?" you may ask.</div>
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You may think, "This is overkill."</div>
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I respond, "Why not National Donut Day everyday?"</div>
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Well, 2 national donut days in 2015, 2 hands, 2 donuts.</div>
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If only I had 2 mouths to consume more quicker. </div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-68471063811111567082015-10-20T11:18:00.000-07:002015-10-20T22:59:17.038-07:00NEWS FLASH: Donuts are healthy!!!<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I've known this all along.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Well... I've always hoped it was true.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Well... Make sure to work out and eat veggies along with donut consumption for best results.</span><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">(<a href="http://www.foxnews.com/health/2015/10/19/doughnut-vs-muffin-which-is-worse/?intcmp=features" target="_blank">Click here to link to article</a>) </span></i></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-31985367424456938582015-06-09T22:49:00.000-07:002015-06-09T22:55:24.565-07:00Happy National Donut Day 2015... LateHey Guys,<br />
I know, I know. National Donut Day was last Friday and I didn't post anything. I got enough razz from everyone about it, but I have a good excuse. So here it is in a mathematical equation:<br />
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Dave - 3 hours of Surfing daily X 730 days + 1 raised glaze donut X 1 too many = Time to exercise.<br />
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So, my wife and I decided to celebrate our 3rd anniversary by climbing to the top of Half Dome in Yosemite. Let me tell you, it was probably the most sketchy thing I have ever done in my life.<br />
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I liken it to child birth (though I've never done that). One of my good friends told me that while watching his son be born he was a little... correction... A LOT freaked out. He said it was like a war zone in the room. His wife was screaming in pain, there was blood on the walls, and he was petrified in confusion. But he said, "It's the weirdest thing, the women, they forget. Right after all that chaos and the baby is put in their arms they say, 'Let's have another.' But us men... We never forget. I can't forget [shaking his head looking at the floor]."<br />
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So, climbing 4,800 feet up in elevation in 8.2 miles was very, very painful (this isn't the part like childbirth). After hours and hours, and countless stairs of granite, we finally reached the cables. At this point you are faced with an ominous view of thin cables attached to unattached poles, resting in small holes, leading up a 45 degree incline up a rock that has a thousand foot drop off on both sides. Ignoring our natural given instincts we trekked on up, with no safety ropes or anything, stopping on every board to breathe and make sure our hands we strong enough to literally hold our lives. At one point we almost turned back, but then I remembered that old ladies and little kids do this climb. We couldn't allow ourselves to be showed up by them. At least not at this oint in our lives. So we climbed on.<br />
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At the top, exhausted, we said resolutely, "We don't ever need to do this again." So we enjoyed the view over some light snacks for a couple hours, took some pictures, and then headed back down.<br />
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Here's a little insight, walking down hill is easier than walking up. Everything feels lighter, even your spirit, at least mine did. Maybe it was the lack a good donut on an important donut holiday, or maybe my brain was starving for electrolytes, but I started to think to myself until it finally slipped out of my lips (and this is the part like childbirth), "I would like to do that again sometime."</div>
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Thanks for reading my story.</div>
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I hope you enjoyed the best donut of your life on National Donut Day 2015!</div>
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Today is National <i>Doughnut</i> Day, not to be confused with National <i>Donut</i> Day in June.<br />
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My friend informed me this morning that I was referenced in blog post by the <a href="http://feastpb.blog.palmbeachpost.com/2014/11/05/national-doughnut-day-is-here-or-is-it-donut/">Palm Beach Post Wesbite</a>: "<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21.0080986022949px;">As the final arbiter of the </span><strong style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21.0080986022949px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">donut vs. doughnut spellcheck squabble</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21.0080986022949px;">, we consult no less an authority than </span><strong style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21.0080986022949px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">Dave</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21.0080986022949px;">, a surfer from Santa Cruz, CA who writes a blog called </span><strong style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21.0080986022949px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;"><a href="http://davesdonutblog.blogspot.com/" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(125, 0, 100); border-bottom-style: solid; border-width: 0px 0px 1px; color: #7d0064; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;">Dave’s Donut Blog</a>, </strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21.0080986022949px;"> whose photo shows a guy with a sugar-rimmed mouth.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21.0080986022949px;">" I feel very honored today to be considered a leading authority on donuts.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21.0080986022949px;">In celebration I thought I would share with you a recent discovery I have made. A fruit called the Donut Peach! It's proper name is the Saturn Peach, but any fruit that carries the name or resemblance of a donut, is a fruit I want to consume. Boom.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21.0080986022949px;">-Dave</span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-47813550321641883702013-06-08T08:45:00.002-07:002013-06-08T08:45:32.588-07:00National Donut Day 2013Well, it's "National Donut Day" here in the US of A and the Ocean in Santa Cruz decided to celebrate with big waves for all the surfers.<br />
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For me and my wife, surfing and donuts are heavily entwined. There's no comfort equal to eating a fluffy morsel of fried glazed dough after a couple hours of getting destroyed by mother nature. So, nearly every time after surfing in Santa Cruz, Jenn and I head on over to Dunlap's Donuts on the corner of Portola Dr. and 38th Ave and visit Marney (the cambodia lady who runs the place) to replenish all the calories we just burned off... and some.<br />
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Jenn's Fave: Cinnamon Twist<br />
Dave's Fave: Glazed Blueberry Cake (and sometimes maple bar or glazed bear claw)<br />
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We'll see....Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-40777703507234569152012-02-06T13:42:00.001-08:002012-02-06T13:51:05.255-08:00I'm sorry for such a long silence. I've been very busy surfing, searching for donut shops, and playing music. New blog coming soon!<br /><br />Until then, chew on this picture that my friend sent me. :)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiErfGHACYHi4Y5YzScHPEjuFdSauAlFB__EwnKfBbT9N1i2-E5rD4bJOM39VrBFLGkQwAxARlh6lxp8EwTnxj5OPqoGKwAWHfgJ7OF9UZWC0d4Xjc9FIM_9eCpVuBbbN3WFE3Nt1ce-AAA/s1600/Donut+stuff.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiErfGHACYHi4Y5YzScHPEjuFdSauAlFB__EwnKfBbT9N1i2-E5rD4bJOM39VrBFLGkQwAxARlh6lxp8EwTnxj5OPqoGKwAWHfgJ7OF9UZWC0d4Xjc9FIM_9eCpVuBbbN3WFE3Nt1ce-AAA/s320/Donut+stuff.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5706143374135247442" border="0" /></a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-38534791782799304002011-10-24T10:00:00.000-07:002011-10-24T10:00:02.276-07:00Good Day Donuts – Mission Hills, CA<span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;">3 ¾ Nadas</span><span style="font-family:arial;"> </span><style> <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:3 0 0 0 1 0;} /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";} .MsoChpDefault {mso-style-type:export-only; mso-default-props:yes; font-size:10.0pt; mso-ansi-font-size:10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt;} @page WordSection1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.WordSection1 {page:WordSec</style><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhim9WAFuPl92CymHQ8FMxpS6HMJ1g97Fql0YYHnTkB8xSPAMJLFZKDwucwvsNUs3UCC-Wtebv4wzaEb4dZ4auSdyHK0VM3-a2TUfs1vokuiMEWEfWgehdjTp75CMXA61e2mMdGPd4ENCuD/s1600/IMG_3194.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhim9WAFuPl92CymHQ8FMxpS6HMJ1g97Fql0YYHnTkB8xSPAMJLFZKDwucwvsNUs3UCC-Wtebv4wzaEb4dZ4auSdyHK0VM3-a2TUfs1vokuiMEWEfWgehdjTp75CMXA61e2mMdGPd4ENCuD/s320/IMG_3194.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665272166927943314" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"> </span><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:arial;"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;">There are two approaches to business that I commonly see. The first is: choose a product and make it the best it can be. Let your business be known for the quality and superiority of that one product and push it hard… real hard.</span><span style="font-family:arial;"> </span><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:arial;"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"> </span><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9kVgUuWqeyV7dEJ_CRG4S87O6_tqRsrgPQrvYOqvMhCJd1bODYUGA4lJSXhJI9yhB4qF5OxNvUfphCOhzMXgkODH2hTqQ751I9cDn2ewcyu6Fj9f9Yq9jJJ-ROStFbxOUxJZa5zMKIHa0/s1600/IMG_3192.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9kVgUuWqeyV7dEJ_CRG4S87O6_tqRsrgPQrvYOqvMhCJd1bODYUGA4lJSXhJI9yhB4qF5OxNvUfphCOhzMXgkODH2hTqQ751I9cDn2ewcyu6Fj9f9Yq9jJJ-ROStFbxOUxJZa5zMKIHa0/s200/IMG_3192.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665273131901862338" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:100%;">The second way to do business is more of a “fish net” tactic. Throw a broad net and catch whatever you can.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:arial;"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"> </span><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Good Day Donuts surprised me. They were a café, ice cream shop, mini mart, and donut shop all wrapped into one. And the best part is…. They were great at it all, especially the donuts!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:arial;"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"></span><br /><br /><br /><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Vibe of Shop: 2 ½ Nadas</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">There was good seating, but it was a little crowded. This is understandable, since it is also a mini mart. Surprisingly they stayed true to the donut, making good use of donut pink in the décor.</span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG48WyrqOSgJbijNJWd-ggBn1YHLuTdKHoPyUU3vzde_wbrjssS1JDyK8MMgON7ju6MiqVQmvAQmiBDeaTANmXmzwj5nD4mKK4M-6X3BQNtPnT26ANNuSM4uqEjqcbqTn3t-QtfVAo-GPL/s1600/IMG_3187.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG48WyrqOSgJbijNJWd-ggBn1YHLuTdKHoPyUU3vzde_wbrjssS1JDyK8MMgON7ju6MiqVQmvAQmiBDeaTANmXmzwj5nD4mKK4M-6X3BQNtPnT26ANNuSM4uqEjqcbqTn3t-QtfVAo-GPL/s320/IMG_3187.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665273455298417794" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:arial;"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"> </span><p face="arial" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Outside Appearance: 3 Nadas</span></p> <p face="arial" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Nestled in a respectable strip mall it felt donut worthy though there was no outdoor seating.</span></p> <p face="arial" class="MsoNormal"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"> </span><p face="arial" class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbliRUWBg676lq5h6vqOD7VzEAHNBvrMXw95oR7Pyn-hByJG1SIHdtV6R-G5kB5AtNmDZyQm2QmifPBfvPcUEP2GtRKs2p56LfTMMyopg_wOqQMg2aQxm1Gk44PHPEQ7eITEGiMDMgWp9P/s1600/IMG_3184.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbliRUWBg676lq5h6vqOD7VzEAHNBvrMXw95oR7Pyn-hByJG1SIHdtV6R-G5kB5AtNmDZyQm2QmifPBfvPcUEP2GtRKs2p56LfTMMyopg_wOqQMg2aQxm1Gk44PHPEQ7eITEGiMDMgWp9P/s200/IMG_3184.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665273681603746450" border="0" /></a></p><p face="arial" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Hours: 4:30am – 8:00pm</span></p> <p face="arial" class="MsoNormal"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"> </span><p face="arial" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></p><p face="arial" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Service: The lady was a bit eggy and cold, but the milk was warm.</span></p> <p face="arial" class="MsoNormal"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"> </span><p face="arial" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></p><p face="arial" class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmxiGeCsbGgMM-lL0OvlRIZTVvQqHeKvmA0nSDPU613QoTtrqn_YGNE-zzu2c9SJJtICKWMZfcbDgw0rMtFW09LUrbvRs3I7nPrPPx_1RyIUVdeLPWu6Iw3oMTWvuBwRG2Y8S19PB9zbpi/s1600/IMG_3189.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmxiGeCsbGgMM-lL0OvlRIZTVvQqHeKvmA0nSDPU613QoTtrqn_YGNE-zzu2c9SJJtICKWMZfcbDgw0rMtFW09LUrbvRs3I7nPrPPx_1RyIUVdeLPWu6Iw3oMTWvuBwRG2Y8S19PB9zbpi/s200/IMG_3189.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665273824756926994" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:100%;">Taste of Glaze Donut: 4 ½ Nadas</span></p> <p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">This is the one redeeming factor that takes this place to the next level. Super moist and fluffy, the glaze was almost perfect but just a little too heavy. The taste of the donut was sweet but not overbearing.</span></p> <p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"> </span><p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Blueberry Donut? No.</span></p> <p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"> </span><p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Coffee: 2 Nadas</span></p> <p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Watered down and tastes like Los Angeles river water with sediment.</span></p> <p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"> </span><p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Special: This place was a mini mart so one could buy anything from lotto tickets, to hats and sunglasses, to beer and smoothies, and even full hot meals. One could survive for weeks locked up in this place, though the donuts would most likely go stale pretty quick.</span></p> <p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"> </p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;"> </span><p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnRIGd3VIxh0-RjQSWbI2LjaX4v27dWn-f0VuEgtD5B5-XqwpQaFkRENMsf4LHXqJFBVTk3H7Rub7MbB66Pe39yjKitvYdZxQM6wyfEN9x0whQi2l_iw2JCFZHXeTQCYLPAzLqyGT64tip/s1600/IMG_3193.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnRIGd3VIxh0-RjQSWbI2LjaX4v27dWn-f0VuEgtD5B5-XqwpQaFkRENMsf4LHXqJFBVTk3H7Rub7MbB66Pe39yjKitvYdZxQM6wyfEN9x0whQi2l_iw2JCFZHXeTQCYLPAzLqyGT64tip/s200/IMG_3193.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665274337159046514" border="0" /></a></p><p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3OkYyXZ897b-GbyVW3gZovdg34p8MvvlhWEkXdt7eBXxI-cYzmtYpgX1Um_0w0Fdlkc4RTSrNxtOwGgiXTXiuaOl3cfGlpMSdDr3Mg7bTi6XqXDbPFsDi6PvBCLuMN6lG-Hk6cvOWgwQR/s1600/IMG_3185.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3OkYyXZ897b-GbyVW3gZovdg34p8MvvlhWEkXdt7eBXxI-cYzmtYpgX1Um_0w0Fdlkc4RTSrNxtOwGgiXTXiuaOl3cfGlpMSdDr3Mg7bTi6XqXDbPFsDi6PvBCLuMN6lG-Hk6cvOWgwQR/s200/IMG_3185.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665274665412074194" border="0" /></a></p><p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">PS. The custard filled chocolate donut was AMAZING!!!</span></p><p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><iframe marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" src="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Good+Day+Donuts+Mission+Hills,+CA&aq=&sll=34.039965,-118.347731&sspn=0.027596,0.055747&vpsrc=6&ie=UTF8&hq=Good+Day+Donuts+Mission+Hills,+CA&hnear=&radius=15000&t=m&ll=34.307427,-118.462143&spn=0.099258,0.145912&z=12&output=embed" frameborder="0" height="350" scrolling="no" width="425"></iframe><br /><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=embed&hl=en&geocode=&q=Good+Day+Donuts+Mission+Hills,+CA&aq=&sll=34.039965,-118.347731&sspn=0.027596,0.055747&vpsrc=6&ie=UTF8&hq=Good+Day+Donuts+Mission+Hills,+CA&hnear=&radius=15000&t=m&ll=34.307427,-118.462143&spn=0.099258,0.145912&z=12" style="color:#0000FF;text-align:left">View Larger Map</a><br /></span></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-78784721680223055732011-10-22T11:58:00.000-07:002011-10-22T11:58:00.502-07:00Do something nice for someone today.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_gwEqOXbpzInqjDHu3vwh-Kwb9lvBbkJuxbqwhz3klKK0UytyM1i11qlOiTpma45-IoGu_81_w31vPoBtoHHP3UQMuR6a3BcKfkeh4N83ibYXjKU-IcVyOx2nAcBE1WgKhG3EtieoYrrG/s1600/IMG_2274.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_gwEqOXbpzInqjDHu3vwh-Kwb9lvBbkJuxbqwhz3klKK0UytyM1i11qlOiTpma45-IoGu_81_w31vPoBtoHHP3UQMuR6a3BcKfkeh4N83ibYXjKU-IcVyOx2nAcBE1WgKhG3EtieoYrrG/s320/IMG_2274.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665282338993100370" border="0" /></a>Today, as I looked through old photos on my computer I was reminded of a good friend who understood my affinity for donuts and wanted to do a kind thing for me. I was in Mexicali for the week with a youth group from Sacramento and we were there to serve a few churches in Mexico. We were staying at a large church that used to be bustling with people, but after a series of bad events it is now a small group of devoted followers of Jesus, trying to keep the church alive. My friend, Julio, is a young college student who leads the music there. He is a very talented musician with a huge heart.<br /><br />Every time I head to Mexico or other "3rd world" countries I am reminded how fortunate we are here in California. I take for granted how easy it is for me to get clean drinking water, or how <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">convenient</span> it is to get food where ever and when ever I want. If I'm hungry at 1:00am all I have to do is jump in my car, head to Taco Bell, swipe a small piece of plastic, and fill my mouth with food I didn't really need.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyXTMTJOENYo4JAhBm1BgC9jrD_Wx2-Rt1OPk0NfCQWwfv_ushnzNFg64Q4bvbvDOhuHo4bfbdVcqtqq5IzRk794QlIErrFy0sccIq_HhpcEjYR54M1_K6npX60XbcQMtaq7B6rvbzVOKc/s1600/IMG_2290.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyXTMTJOENYo4JAhBm1BgC9jrD_Wx2-Rt1OPk0NfCQWwfv_ushnzNFg64Q4bvbvDOhuHo4bfbdVcqtqq5IzRk794QlIErrFy0sccIq_HhpcEjYR54M1_K6npX60XbcQMtaq7B6rvbzVOKc/s320/IMG_2290.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665282515878857970" border="0" /></a>On that pleasant Mexican afternoon, Julio showed up with a smirk on his face, box of local donuts in hand and asked me how these donuts rated. I was blown away that he would share what little he has with me, only to bring a smile to my face.<br /><br />Now, today, I am sitting here remembering how great it was to receive a small, thoughtful gift from a friend. <span style="font-weight: bold;">I want to challenge you to go do something nice for someone today.</span> It doesn't have to be big. Maybe it's just buying them a donut and giving a compliment. Whatever it is, you may make their day... and yours.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAgVMLFFAhelQfPNmN3veDfvSYELrwtuwEi1b3ZSAz5Ru3a-HwcwnINEg6izhG6Sc6vLxW7W21EmsT3zigFW71iO4_LQtJKBawymQM4ZgwjFzTIGE6JXxroprezg8MsfFzqJp07gRf6lUy/s1600/IMG_2285.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAgVMLFFAhelQfPNmN3veDfvSYELrwtuwEi1b3ZSAz5Ru3a-HwcwnINEg6izhG6Sc6vLxW7W21EmsT3zigFW71iO4_LQtJKBawymQM4ZgwjFzTIGE6JXxroprezg8MsfFzqJp07gRf6lUy/s320/IMG_2285.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665282797704030946" border="0" /></a>PS. The Mexican donuts were tasty, but don't drink the water ;-)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-56219728427520945812011-10-19T10:55:00.000-07:002011-10-19T11:15:23.247-07:00MK’s Jelly Donuts & Pure Water – Sebastopol, CA<style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";} .MsoChpDefault {mso-style-type:export-only; mso-default-props:yes; font-size:10.0pt; mso-ansi-font-size:10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt;} @page WordSection1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.WordSection1 {page:WordSection1;} --> </style> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p>Overall Shop rating: 2 Nadas<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvQJdIecpDBSA0_tqQWQBrPvBz8_aV9Okem09WziedtyDSn2z3NwMJ0K_D_iVFVSXE8_jynCQHB12jlnGLfdIezTElviMS3zJPCdMneiX-4FYF6ml2MbPecBKx6CnoCKhzBzeEk-ng2rge/s1600/IMG_3203.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 239px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvQJdIecpDBSA0_tqQWQBrPvBz8_aV9Okem09WziedtyDSn2z3NwMJ0K_D_iVFVSXE8_jynCQHB12jlnGLfdIezTElviMS3zJPCdMneiX-4FYF6ml2MbPecBKx6CnoCKhzBzeEk-ng2rge/s320/IMG_3203.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665264914924439042" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Now that I’ve been blogging for the past three years about donuts and where to find them, I feel that I’ve really sharpened my donut radar. Once in a while I’ll be surprised, though, as we turn a corner and, BAM! It’s donut time. I had high hopes for this little shop, but alas, they were dashed upon the rocks of self respect for my taste buds and the knowledge quality donuts.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8dMaann8kGFO696Wds4bd8v1TcIi4Ug33ciBc040PHCQYlDR4tb6xIN-gFGljr9ZfcSRDgAiahCXD5NcaroM-dwiG_aSpb6aSY1vdFnsZ4ZbouZaF0UwaGlfnhXkk3paZAjA_YwXTQf3q/s1600/IMG_3205.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8dMaann8kGFO696Wds4bd8v1TcIi4Ug33ciBc040PHCQYlDR4tb6xIN-gFGljr9ZfcSRDgAiahCXD5NcaroM-dwiG_aSpb6aSY1vdFnsZ4ZbouZaF0UwaGlfnhXkk3paZAjA_YwXTQf3q/s320/IMG_3205.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665267352272640242" border="0" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal">Vibe of Shop: 2 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Sad to say, but the interior was bland and had no fung shwey. There was enough room to throw country square dance, but these donut slingers poorly executed their interior design. The one redeeming factor was the wall art. The awkward photos of kids made me feel the warm, fuzzy love these Donut Shop Owners must have for their kids.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJKsIH4sCQ1MROS7BrCmZcu-y2EzIeP9oV9DJucL6bb4HwqoDzZyEjQcOqV7SKMmbTuYz3Ivzki4TzJ1T7ukQ7DplGAtX1TxDfSVCFPmdeYQ6m1zP5vHMCx1CCUSO7o6U8k-xO3-JMW4FD/s1600/IMG_3210.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJKsIH4sCQ1MROS7BrCmZcu-y2EzIeP9oV9DJucL6bb4HwqoDzZyEjQcOqV7SKMmbTuYz3Ivzki4TzJ1T7ukQ7DplGAtX1TxDfSVCFPmdeYQ6m1zP5vHMCx1CCUSO7o6U8k-xO3-JMW4FD/s320/IMG_3210.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665268017337155442" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Outside Appearance: 3 ½ Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">I was pretty excited as we drove by this small strip mall. The Donut Shop was tucked in the corner next to an old-school Barber shop and a Taqueria, and the vibe threw the feeling that is was time for a donut party! As I walked by the Barber shop I noticed there were heaps of old dudes getting trimmed up while enjoying telling their tall tales as dead deer heads hung above listening in. There was no outdoor seating but the parking lot was very maneuverable.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8qzHpGdGa33kuwOtrwR-JhVfrC7RCszap4Z13IllFVgjgjQF2tk5ESErSRwZvBbJCLJhTgBRvab-XE-a4u7wNypnD9Ov6Y1KHuN517fxH-BQ-vbpD42PRDejxhEMWNjlEtfyy-cEFizY_/s1600/IMG_3212.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8qzHpGdGa33kuwOtrwR-JhVfrC7RCszap4Z13IllFVgjgjQF2tk5ESErSRwZvBbJCLJhTgBRvab-XE-a4u7wNypnD9Ov6Y1KHuN517fxH-BQ-vbpD42PRDejxhEMWNjlEtfyy-cEFizY_/s200/IMG_3212.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665267613487795858" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4KCP7R7KZn8J6ppFOGhu8o_T0fpYVM-qKGQWd83Wpg83gyjVRdkzCNntoKTplabEbuePzGtOd146fyu2gJ-otmG4B4A0UxTXmLQdlM2gZtCptdPgS2DyrT4M4Hj8QXC6zUBx69XqpyBw5/s1600/IMG_3204.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4KCP7R7KZn8J6ppFOGhu8o_T0fpYVM-qKGQWd83Wpg83gyjVRdkzCNntoKTplabEbuePzGtOd146fyu2gJ-otmG4B4A0UxTXmLQdlM2gZtCptdPgS2DyrT4M4Hj8QXC6zUBx69XqpyBw5/s200/IMG_3204.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665265519210968082" border="0" /></a>Hours: Open 7 Days a week</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Mon – Fri (Earlier than you want to be awake):30am - 6:00pm</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Sat – Sun 5:00am - ?:00pm</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Service: 2 ½ Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The lady wasn’t friendly and the donut baker looked like an Asian zombie. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Taste of Glaze Donut: 2 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The glaze was great, the fluff was ok, but the flavor of the dough was bad and way too dry.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Blueberry Donut? Yes! They had a blueberry donut but it tasted like a donut from 7 Eleven: overly processed and full of unhealthy preservatives. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coffee: 2 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">I’m confident there was some amount of caffeine, but it tasted watered down and the flavor was near tree bark.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSFcGj1XR6_U3SqCd65OdOOBQQpC3hld7ot4TXaRCyi1LWsb-QRjZzwfFeGRzznaeBaNIdWGfJfxND62hY3j_tDXZ6j6osbFmXrBnyT_a-LBIFqnrS4-ImKhCAnprYDsvFD0h0TiLZU7R8/s1600/IMG_3208.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSFcGj1XR6_U3SqCd65OdOOBQQpC3hld7ot4TXaRCyi1LWsb-QRjZzwfFeGRzznaeBaNIdWGfJfxND62hY3j_tDXZ6j6osbFmXrBnyT_a-LBIFqnrS4-ImKhCAnprYDsvFD0h0TiLZU7R8/s200/IMG_3208.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665268276415064658" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Special:</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Part 1: They sold filtered water at this shop. I think most of their income must come from that because the donuts were not good. Tyson called his old fashion donut Cardboard Diaper flavor.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3moq2xrTbGdMlx7JWDYbT8JPFHXYuNO8PCSAhe5KrNhpzfEgLi-laeu15FfHWVsx8Wbokh1iuFkF9OOrvbjJDB0jPcmewys-2E8UsqlcWwYaN4a9gooutSsd-Pg8U3PX7QUFI3QjgCq8j/s1600/IMG_3206.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3moq2xrTbGdMlx7JWDYbT8JPFHXYuNO8PCSAhe5KrNhpzfEgLi-laeu15FfHWVsx8Wbokh1iuFkF9OOrvbjJDB0jPcmewys-2E8UsqlcWwYaN4a9gooutSsd-Pg8U3PX7QUFI3QjgCq8j/s320/IMG_3206.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665266850313202898" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOinZH3gQHjsZ7qLT5jtk5lLxTeEl081XfjmzBMEre1S7cGAgmGKetz0lrNx-DkluAUb-YZw1nI5QAayfJrpo8PfhP_bx6Qm5OKlvrW1D23Q_ZU_ldDq4t_1ROw2XyoF9bs9rVqD5_B0VL/s1600/IMG_3209.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOinZH3gQHjsZ7qLT5jtk5lLxTeEl081XfjmzBMEre1S7cGAgmGKetz0lrNx-DkluAUb-YZw1nI5QAayfJrpo8PfhP_bx6Qm5OKlvrW1D23Q_ZU_ldDq4t_1ROw2XyoF9bs9rVqD5_B0VL/s200/IMG_3209.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665267124371546818" border="0" /></a>Part 2: They were promoting a rap contest with a cash prize. I respect that, foo.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><iframe marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" src="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=MK%27s+Donut&aq=&sll=38.424815,-122.867661&sspn=0.201188,0.445976&vpsrc=6&ie=UTF8&hq=MK%27s+Donut&hnear=&t=m&cid=4610534296944026855&ll=38.423067,-122.821827&spn=0.04707,0.072956&z=13&iwloc=A&output=embed" frameborder="0" height="350" scrolling="no" width="425"></iframe><br /><small><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=embed&hl=en&geocode=&q=MK%27s+Donut&aq=&sll=38.424815,-122.867661&sspn=0.201188,0.445976&vpsrc=6&ie=UTF8&hq=MK%27s+Donut&hnear=&t=m&cid=4610534296944026855&ll=38.423067,-122.821827&spn=0.04707,0.072956&z=13&iwloc=A" style="color:#0000FF;text-align:left">View Larger Map</a></small><br /></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-18607932735641780162011-09-22T09:33:00.000-07:002011-09-22T09:34:58.609-07:00"You woke me up to say the word donut?!"Tyson loves the donut.<br /><br /><iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/qex6oOdD2ss" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" width="560"></iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-8454192801994879582011-09-21T09:00:00.000-07:002011-09-22T09:42:47.677-07:00Mr. T’s Delicate Donut – Modesto, CA<style> <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:3 0 0 0 1 0;} /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";} .MsoChpDefault {mso-style-type:export-only; mso-default-props:yes; font-size:10.0pt; mso-ansi-font-size:10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt;} @page WordSection1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.WordSection1 {page:WordSection</style>Overall Shop Rating: 4 Nadas<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikGPaPsqqpbC13g_tePSnlNom6Zz16YtMKSzz_kLclcVj3Er3rrimRmXe_3YpaC9D7bSvHvmaRIhujVGJeiCkrgSgNEi2s9uT8N6p3ExwQHF8N-56Vp1lUR8C4V8tzxcSZFYmDwoWxrmeC/s1600/IMG_2401.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikGPaPsqqpbC13g_tePSnlNom6Zz16YtMKSzz_kLclcVj3Er3rrimRmXe_3YpaC9D7bSvHvmaRIhujVGJeiCkrgSgNEi2s9uT8N6p3ExwQHF8N-56Vp1lUR8C4V8tzxcSZFYmDwoWxrmeC/s320/IMG_2401.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650805488322724882" border="0" /></a> </p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">When you find yourself in the central valley of California, which I personally recommend staying away from, and you are hungry for a donut, go to Star Donuts in Lodi. If you aren’t near Lodi and instead you are in Modesto, go to Mr. T’s Delicate Donut. There’s not much I like about Modesto, but Mr. T’s has now been put on the “Happy Things About Modesto” list. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFwfx2Ya194rK1Zmiqg682i6o_mSXvR0sS3Z94pLBDLm8Sv5rCxpJYppzfuI1haciYlLhFBHi05sBKoL5PxKHtc9GKlrHE6tb5Omk4m1vqJ202L6-PD7ndch-kWKWJZcdeOS2VmGrE1dr6/s1600/IMG_2397.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 149px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFwfx2Ya194rK1Zmiqg682i6o_mSXvR0sS3Z94pLBDLm8Sv5rCxpJYppzfuI1haciYlLhFBHi05sBKoL5PxKHtc9GKlrHE6tb5Omk4m1vqJ202L6-PD7ndch-kWKWJZcdeOS2VmGrE1dr6/s200/IMG_2397.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650806429930267506" border="0" /></a>Vibe of Shop: 4 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">This place has a great balance of clean and classy while still firming holding onto a small town mom-and-pop shop feel. It has plenty of space for eating donuts and conversing with friends, old and new.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Outside Appearance: 4 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">I liked the clean appearance of the strip mall. It felt very classy and tidy. The only thing I would ask for is outdoor seating… although this is Modesto and it is blazing hot most of the year, so never mind.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwx0av35Jm0_zdkmGuvn0bknTBJhJ_Ic_Seeq8SubgA86dYLcIzBjlvyI1j7ZjJ6gbRVGuKuGubryy3QRrK-BmIBUcEg_oj1pnAzdkuZenUfnznR8pFu1OJmPsDq6jkDOFp4bC_xPDDC42/s1600/IMG_2406.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwx0av35Jm0_zdkmGuvn0bknTBJhJ_Ic_Seeq8SubgA86dYLcIzBjlvyI1j7ZjJ6gbRVGuKuGubryy3QRrK-BmIBUcEg_oj1pnAzdkuZenUfnznR8pFu1OJmPsDq6jkDOFp4bC_xPDDC42/s200/IMG_2406.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650806956843474514" border="0" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Hours: 24 Hours<br /></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Service: 4 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Happy. Friendly. Asian. I’d like to be his friend.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Taste of Glaze Donut: 4 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Sometimes when you have a birthday someone will surprise you with a wonderful thoughtful gift. Sometimes when I walk into a donut shop and eat a glaze donut, I have that same feeling. This was a pleasant donut with great fluff and moistness. The only thing lacking was that the glaze was too thin.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwsb1vdFi8yZ-QNJbOzwzC2UPgkRwKZ9RoS8Hj-SytPorzquMUwssuQpos-aw3hBOjK9q8QnP3Ges4MwZ_MeLOamYbbuR8A6VlazgcKEoQEMG1_zVanXwUo80wRjpPEe-gma9s5spVRnRK/s1600/IMG_2405.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwsb1vdFi8yZ-QNJbOzwzC2UPgkRwKZ9RoS8Hj-SytPorzquMUwssuQpos-aw3hBOjK9q8QnP3Ges4MwZ_MeLOamYbbuR8A6VlazgcKEoQEMG1_zVanXwUo80wRjpPEe-gma9s5spVRnRK/s320/IMG_2405.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650807524826619810" border="0" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal">Blueberry Donut? Yes! And it was good. Mmmmmm.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0UnhxpuSSaJC7tcTt5mKEzYILGzZMlb3lG-EjFCmuqpx9pGvb51GV0zfk0s-A4VBrWB_wcGzU7HSXL07M6DfM_UctGQeq8JBS1ZujV2gaTUCLZ0P7wSDtH5sBhsswRWHvjDb2BKH8cc2M/s1600/IMG_2400.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 149px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0UnhxpuSSaJC7tcTt5mKEzYILGzZMlb3lG-EjFCmuqpx9pGvb51GV0zfk0s-A4VBrWB_wcGzU7HSXL07M6DfM_UctGQeq8JBS1ZujV2gaTUCLZ0P7wSDtH5sBhsswRWHvjDb2BKH8cc2M/s200/IMG_2400.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650808319110289586" border="0" /></a>Coffee: 3 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Not bad, not good.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Special: I was blown away by the amount of creative donuts such as the Little Feet, Bowtie, Devils Wisp, Better Wisps, and more!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjez8mCW2KVTrmlj36uhr1kC3_fgEvNDFrFDjAPwH8kTSR3Ieedi5zrgx0WaciqzsVpi7992vEVFIko9pAhXRrWwoWsHSgrfBRc9g_avnFVKFlx25OomOX1oZcNlRNnsvSlGCLrMiJCuv7K/s1600/IMG_2402.JPG"><br /></a><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjez8mCW2KVTrmlj36uhr1kC3_fgEvNDFrFDjAPwH8kTSR3Ieedi5zrgx0WaciqzsVpi7992vEVFIko9pAhXRrWwoWsHSgrfBRc9g_avnFVKFlx25OomOX1oZcNlRNnsvSlGCLrMiJCuv7K/s1600/IMG_2402.JPG"><img style="float:right; 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicA6RTJ9W9B70XjZBH0WqQhj08GUmiVpSK_s24xyNqIeh8B9ooG7yIbNb2j1PBbd6Z-I8tLIVripS0B0AcNT_ufi4MoPlm2zKzWQ0ClBIlLaqYdg3pfoVyvW96mimjjXfHn7cpHzEBINzm/s320/IMG_3040.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640941565709758770" border="0" /></a>When I was about 11 years old, I went to Magic Mountain with my best friend, Jeremy. I was challenged to face one of the largest fears in my life up to that point: to ride a rollercoaster that goes upside down. Oh man, I was scared. I followed the line winding back and forth as I watched the coaster do it’s single loop over and over, and then I actually walked back out to the entrance saying I couldn’t do it. Finally my buddy talked me into it so we rode the ride (I think it was called Revolution) and I realized that going upside down on a rollercoaster isn’t that bad at all. In fact, it was fun! I was growing up.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJuIR6Uujtd82ARtROSnghMCuSfi_ZE-j0Dccs95PY9AzAohF6zqBnXYLNBJoWkeKnrK1l_DW2dBQ6Btbvz8MmXS8ByjtrmwdnoBi7Q3e5ROuw1MyAONfFTnGpYN0SIvp9pCTDgGljSaTU/s1600/IMG_3037.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJuIR6Uujtd82ARtROSnghMCuSfi_ZE-j0Dccs95PY9AzAohF6zqBnXYLNBJoWkeKnrK1l_DW2dBQ6Btbvz8MmXS8ByjtrmwdnoBi7Q3e5ROuw1MyAONfFTnGpYN0SIvp9pCTDgGljSaTU/s200/IMG_3037.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640942202549818530" border="0" /></a>That story has nothing to do with donuts or a donut shop, but later that day as we were walking along I looked down and found a Twenty dollar bill! I, being a good kid, asked my friend’s dad if I should turn it in. He directed me to tell an attendant, and the said I could keep it. I was so pumped! It was like winning the lottery, though I wouldn’t even know what the lotto was until years later. Anyway, finding Selma donuts was like finding that $20 bill. I was driving along an alternate route from Hume Lake to SoCal and, Boom! There it was: an Oasis in this never ending farming community.<br /><br />Vibe of Shop: 4 Nadas<br />It had great space for seating and vibing out with friends.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgao0-tfYOAVcJzDXcTh44P47mCfJ4ZdEZlOOmMXyhfxZW1cs9kQgYFhSIZZmSSuxs5FTJoXid2qYk-w_YubkUA2a3dXz8TpE7fNMLANjf4V13wSPEpQtbE5bXDpOWbt3yg9KDMqPHboA6s/s1600/IMG_3034.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgao0-tfYOAVcJzDXcTh44P47mCfJ4ZdEZlOOmMXyhfxZW1cs9kQgYFhSIZZmSSuxs5FTJoXid2qYk-w_YubkUA2a3dXz8TpE7fNMLANjf4V13wSPEpQtbE5bXDpOWbt3yg9KDMqPHboA6s/s320/IMG_3034.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640941860785384498" border="0" /></a>Outside Appearance: 3 Nadas<br />There was no seating outside, and it had the wrong name for it’s sign (The Bears Den), but it was a nice strip mall equipped with pizza shop and laundry.<br /><br />Hours: 4am – 4pm<br /><br />Service: 5 Nadas<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidAs1HIy4vdGlMUnJmMUPCfIXmFL3Qm6Ukcc8obcwF0GKqSjssRpEuqHxlV1X4bja4BFlETo0uAxRIvyz2NadC7mtds8lSAg7V_h7k9t2Lbp3qPZhyphenhyphenOur2DUGCRLfy9RyAuYa9xLJKWn4f/s1600/IMG_3039.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidAs1HIy4vdGlMUnJmMUPCfIXmFL3Qm6Ukcc8obcwF0GKqSjssRpEuqHxlV1X4bja4BFlETo0uAxRIvyz2NadC7mtds8lSAg7V_h7k9t2Lbp3qPZhyphenhyphenOur2DUGCRLfy9RyAuYa9xLJKWn4f/s200/IMG_3039.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640942474975839106" border="0" /></a>The gal serving was so friendly and kind. She had a great smile. We had a great conversation about why most donut shops are owned by Cambodian families. Her theory was that it’s passed through relatives. I’ll try and research this further to verify, but dang, Cambodians know how to make good donuts. Nada is Cambodian and he went back home. I miss you, Nada.<br /><br />Taste of Glaze Donut: 4 ¾ Nadas<br />Soooo soft and slightly moist with the perfect crisp glaze and a wonderful flavor that wasn’t overwhelming. It was almost perfect.<br /><br />Blueberry Donut: Yes!<br />But sadly, they were sold out by the time we got there.<br /><br />Coffee: 4 ½ Nadas<br />Good smooth flavor, and pleasant taste. I enjoyed not having to stop at another coffee shop to rinse out the bad taste as I occasionally do with other donut shop coffee<br /><br />Special: They make sandwiches and sell cereal.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwGKpR_0rrPDRXOeVstQLeBf9kTBTg36EeQPmZ-Pi6AyLHsBIx9DrHKMQsQory045METJd_MzzI_RfjOR7ylgw6qXgGFjx5GcD2QNt7Ek7UIBc8kxmZVjxLBZwDG-hPL6rb8Tiy6_1hrdZ/s1600/IMG_3041.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwGKpR_0rrPDRXOeVstQLeBf9kTBTg36EeQPmZ-Pi6AyLHsBIx9DrHKMQsQory045METJd_MzzI_RfjOR7ylgw6qXgGFjx5GcD2QNt7Ek7UIBc8kxmZVjxLBZwDG-hPL6rb8Tiy6_1hrdZ/s320/IMG_3041.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640942655886204290" border="0" /></a><br /><iframe marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" src="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Little+Caesars&aq=1&sll=36.576587,-119.610654&sspn=0.001659,0.003484&ie=UTF8&hq=Little+Caesars&hnear=&cid=15761823879213105326&ll=36.611118,-119.600945&spn=0.096455,0.145912&z=12&iwloc=A&output=embed" frameborder="0" height="350" scrolling="no" width="425"></iframe><br /><small><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=embed&hl=en&geocode=&q=Little+Caesars&aq=1&sll=36.576587,-119.610654&sspn=0.001659,0.003484&ie=UTF8&hq=Little+Caesars&hnear=&cid=15761823879213105326&ll=36.611118,-119.600945&spn=0.096455,0.145912&z=12&iwloc=A" style="color:#0000FF;text-align:left">View Larger Map</a></small><br />Note: I couldn't find Selma Donuts on googlemaps.com so I used the closest businessAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-63439828484790185052011-09-12T09:00:00.000-07:002011-09-12T09:00:05.480-07:00Yum Yum Donuts – Willow Glen, CA<style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";} .MsoChpDefault {mso-style-type:export-only; mso-default-props:yes; font-size:10.0pt; mso-ansi-font-size:10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt;} @page WordSection1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-soO</style>Overall Shop Rating: 3 Nadas <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvpQYJsrXQx6U77aWcBi4JfVrfhLRUsBVKO0dPY4I_n0hPQv30cjxVtfEmFBLkjUjG4E8D98Kqb_cd41RQnlIay-q_y3ZXut5kMJggDL49HFVUE4n_hslAZCk9NJnhBVg3026byRY2OIQd/s1600/IMG_2307.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvpQYJsrXQx6U77aWcBi4JfVrfhLRUsBVKO0dPY4I_n0hPQv30cjxVtfEmFBLkjUjG4E8D98Kqb_cd41RQnlIay-q_y3ZXut5kMJggDL49HFVUE4n_hslAZCk9NJnhBVg3026byRY2OIQd/s320/IMG_2307.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650797734181306834" border="0" /></a><p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Sundays are my favorite days. I’m usually leading music for a church in any given town in California and, as I’ve traveled, I’ve noticed that donut shops must love Sundays also. In my experience, before or after church the local donut shops are packed with early rising church-goers and it makes me wonder how connected Jesus and donuts are. I would love it if, when I get to heaven, God tells me that when he provided mana for the Israelites in the desert, it was actually donuts. On this Sunday I found myself in Willow Glen and after church I was hungry so I wandered until I stumbled on Yum Yum Donuts.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvYzlN1xpKCsa4uxuo8-XEZBmH21yB6fs4PPGEeYNiDctuqjCtV361K5ZBK3JnYz77bwhMummma99rTdSb5NSzzJhUcw2X25v6_zBAqStXeQMj09bzzipRk_x4DavWBrwGqg6wLgqXpYvA/s1600/IMG_2303.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvYzlN1xpKCsa4uxuo8-XEZBmH21yB6fs4PPGEeYNiDctuqjCtV361K5ZBK3JnYz77bwhMummma99rTdSb5NSzzJhUcw2X25v6_zBAqStXeQMj09bzzipRk_x4DavWBrwGqg6wLgqXpYvA/s200/IMG_2303.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650798762836992802" border="0" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal">Vibe of Shop: 3 ¾ Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">I’ve noticed that there are these posters I see all over the place in corporate donut shops. There’s one I particularly appreciate: “With a donut in each hand anything is possible.” This place was very clean and put together like good chain should be, but I prefer a more vintage donut shop feel.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Outside Appearance: 4 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">This place had a nice corner location with ample parking and a pay phone. The only thing missing is some tables for donut consumption and vibe out time with old friends.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN_gWjIKvlOeKSIkMZEIqGG5nkoLZtxjdw7zbLnbLrI7vWehxY1LRTlgqvSDvqOcJsWiA3R6eJ8PpVE69mfeq1oxZ67WokWWml6D0y6vVu1-plWPQReVSaJrWWQ_OypPwlS8NJ5ggZf1DR/s1600/IMG_2304.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 149px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN_gWjIKvlOeKSIkMZEIqGG5nkoLZtxjdw7zbLnbLrI7vWehxY1LRTlgqvSDvqOcJsWiA3R6eJ8PpVE69mfeq1oxZ67WokWWml6D0y6vVu1-plWPQReVSaJrWWQ_OypPwlS8NJ5ggZf1DR/s200/IMG_2304.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650798384585157650" border="0" /></a>Hours: “24 Hours - Always Open”</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Service: 2 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">I can understand that shops get busy and stuff, but I appreciate it when the servers make the customers feel welcomed like a guest in a home. This place was all business.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Taste of Glaze Donut: 3 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Average. That’s about all I have to say. The balance was off between the fluffiness and moistness. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Blueberry Donut? Yes, but I didn’t try it.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coffee: 3 Nadas</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Sometimes coffee is just coffee and that’s all you need. On this day I didn’t need froo-froo coffee. I was in the mood for black liquid consciousness. This coffee did the job but didn’t impress at all.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Special: I really enjoyed the beautiful sprinkles and bright colored frostings on the donuts. It made me feel like a child again as I smiled in my reminiscent moment.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTDEoTH_Uy1AuZ4n7Gvem5Wh-Plvq_MSpRYKuyu1ydprG8L3sMnIJ0QR5cYzs0vBDfg2jLo3h3mNKP0mN8GRoJnks-nSJV-FmAArFf-XsKqyP-qFq9bqb4XY7JGP1mGP0t09a3-q-a6GI3/s1600/IMG_2306.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTDEoTH_Uy1AuZ4n7Gvem5Wh-Plvq_MSpRYKuyu1ydprG8L3sMnIJ0QR5cYzs0vBDfg2jLo3h3mNKP0mN8GRoJnks-nSJV-FmAArFf-XsKqyP-qFq9bqb4XY7JGP1mGP0t09a3-q-a6GI3/s320/IMG_2306.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650799145656281426" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib4nBQRmuiuuPr-J8Q6X_h_VPrJIMHcj2wgD14C7jMTGNAE8V_BusSD6JHg14wUsPq6Sw1j6ePy2OjGxRVz4_icE3DMSJ3FnZXcsiCzeUK5b-Uq0dnXG5bqO0B-eF5VCk7yXiFL_w3lC4Z/s1600/IMG_2309.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 149px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib4nBQRmuiuuPr-J8Q6X_h_VPrJIMHcj2wgD14C7jMTGNAE8V_BusSD6JHg14wUsPq6Sw1j6ePy2OjGxRVz4_icE3DMSJ3FnZXcsiCzeUK5b-Uq0dnXG5bqO0B-eF5VCk7yXiFL_w3lC4Z/s200/IMG_2309.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650799499601668402" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Also, I laughed at the poster that said Nutrition. I know that they are legally obligated to post nutrition facts but I thought it funny that the word nutrition was posted in a donut shop.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhByZ6cRtXI7nfp1ldyOghVm6Wo1t4qFK3MAjjK5G_YUbC4QJaQi5qJFWtyAAQ3-c6nMmjtpPYu-wFcCsg7WQeqksxiX092kk94asvTAJH-4_7yukI6AhNzsXcmF-g3wQaDw8TVpdjkwcPY/s1600/IMG_2308.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhByZ6cRtXI7nfp1ldyOghVm6Wo1t4qFK3MAjjK5G_YUbC4QJaQi5qJFWtyAAQ3-c6nMmjtpPYu-wFcCsg7WQeqksxiX092kk94asvTAJH-4_7yukI6AhNzsXcmF-g3wQaDw8TVpdjkwcPY/s200/IMG_2308.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650799802938621218" border="0" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><iframe marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" src="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=yum+yum+donuts+Willow+Glenn&aq=&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=53.167773,114.169922&vpsrc=6&ie=UTF8&hq=yum+yum+donuts+Willow+Glenn&hnear=&t=m&cid=16377869944759280142&ll=37.313997,-121.913223&spn=0.023892,0.036478&z=14&iwloc=A&output=embed" frameborder="0" height="350" scrolling="no" width="425"></iframe><br /><small><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=embed&hl=en&geocode=&q=yum+yum+donuts+Willow+Glenn&aq=&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=53.167773,114.169922&vpsrc=6&ie=UTF8&hq=yum+yum+donuts+Willow+Glenn&hnear=&t=m&cid=16377869944759280142&ll=37.313997,-121.913223&spn=0.023892,0.036478&z=14&iwloc=A" style="color:#0000FF;text-align:left">View Larger Map</a></small><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib4nBQRmuiuuPr-J8Q6X_h_VPrJIMHcj2wgD14C7jMTGNAE8V_BusSD6JHg14wUsPq6Sw1j6ePy2OjGxRVz4_icE3DMSJ3FnZXcsiCzeUK5b-Uq0dnXG5bqO0B-eF5VCk7yXiFL_w3lC4Z/s1600/IMG_2309.JPG"><br /></a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-7956169859819839322011-09-08T11:33:00.000-07:002011-09-08T11:53:48.346-07:00Heavenly Donuts – Redding, CAOverall Shop rating: 3 Nadas<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoPlvRA19d_MU8XBykoKiSGUVS9qJD2CzKvW8G3WILnoVdQAjrMB9tKIEtgZ_gQwqlqzXamWgRRLmEmV6y8_57TlWnImHKt-CP9Q9iUNdUIx4aE66DSrz8QIZyNVXEWo9Hlit1IvGwXB2s/s1600/IMG_2636.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 239px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoPlvRA19d_MU8XBykoKiSGUVS9qJD2CzKvW8G3WILnoVdQAjrMB9tKIEtgZ_gQwqlqzXamWgRRLmEmV6y8_57TlWnImHKt-CP9Q9iUNdUIx4aE66DSrz8QIZyNVXEWo9Hlit1IvGwXB2s/s320/IMG_2636.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650059092891027986" /></a>Redding, CA, a place that reminds me of the good ol’ days when cowboys walked the streets toting guns and gold-rush miners hit the saloon after finding gold nuggets in streams. I feel that not much has changed here in Redding, except that you can’t take your guns to town anymore. It’s probably a good thing. On this day, I found myself in Redding to attend my friend’s wedding, and <a href="http://travisoberg.com">Travis Oberg</a> and I spotted this shop while driving through town.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJJ3katv1IwH7HFXNX2IoCQoWtXJWylfH11U22C_gcjSGFXWAcM3xiYUmy8zcBPJFdP-ztmpcj5UUGZahgxU7t_97x1OZWKZODZ4QmpZI_nOD190mpB7p-vS1bKyrH0H8yExmidO1ElNrE/s1600/IMG_2631.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJJ3katv1IwH7HFXNX2IoCQoWtXJWylfH11U22C_gcjSGFXWAcM3xiYUmy8zcBPJFdP-ztmpcj5UUGZahgxU7t_97x1OZWKZODZ4QmpZI_nOD190mpB7p-vS1bKyrH0H8yExmidO1ElNrE/s200/IMG_2631.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650059274140816130" /></a>Vibe of Shop: 3 Nadas<br />My friend Alex hit the nail on the head: “The vibe is not awesome… but it’s clean” – Alex Braica… They had a good donut display but honestly, it was a little too corporate for me.<br /><br /><br /><br />Outside Appearance: 2 ½ Nadas<br />They had an impressive presence on the corner of a busy street. The huge sign and bright colors caught my attention immediately and drew me in like a bee to the honeysuckle. The main problem was that there was no place to sit outside and it wasn’t in a strip mall.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCcUNtiFxAZfMtGaOsgyT8wkSpzZbasXh5riu05wzQxiHV46YcVD-pseb_TS2JRJzePC-DXXqjgcTBo20JNS186AQMNO2LsVXkK5wxXDSPCBhgqO_BSpvbj6PTU8R3jBt0vTkRqSnr5JdX/s1600/IMG_2629.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCcUNtiFxAZfMtGaOsgyT8wkSpzZbasXh5riu05wzQxiHV46YcVD-pseb_TS2JRJzePC-DXXqjgcTBo20JNS186AQMNO2LsVXkK5wxXDSPCBhgqO_BSpvbj6PTU8R3jBt0vTkRqSnr5JdX/s320/IMG_2629.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650059647704101042" /></a>Hours: 24 Hours<br /><br />Service: 4 Nadas<br />The lady, though not of Asian decent, was very friendly and really kooky. I think she likes life, and donuts, a lot. Fun times.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1KIKh-tt2IA3SMGR9sDDPzAqgMVfcn1TfO9SwR6ZnGASsqbZm5XNAeNwPMUn-TvFrhcCSVw_kj-UIyhiJ_8ajvChkClLFQfdR6vyaK4AHw_Gz7rrtGoYTV0W0tFvj-02UAy2VEfX5mU_m/s1600/IMG_2628.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1KIKh-tt2IA3SMGR9sDDPzAqgMVfcn1TfO9SwR6ZnGASsqbZm5XNAeNwPMUn-TvFrhcCSVw_kj-UIyhiJ_8ajvChkClLFQfdR6vyaK4AHw_Gz7rrtGoYTV0W0tFvj-02UAy2VEfX5mU_m/s200/IMG_2628.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650059959551277362" /></a>Taste of Glaze Donut: 3 ¾ Nadas<br />The donut had good fluffiness and a nice crisp glaze. It was decently moist, but there was just something slightly off about it. I couldn’t figure it out, which is disappointing given my donut knowledge and status in the online donut community. I’m only human, afterall.<br /><br />Blueberry Donut? Yes! But unfortunately it sucked.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Coffee: 3 ½ Nadas<br />Slightly, almost, questionably, and arguably just about average. I didn’t gag, so that’s always a plus.<br /><br />Special: Oreo donut looks cool and is a creative concept but don’t be fooled. 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My buddy, Tyson, and I were on a hunt for a whiffle ball set when we drove past this little gem. Please, if you have the time, stop here and honor your taste buds by eating a glaze donut.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS1NrTT4YtkEQIAlgq86141MgnTDAmUqcCGM0ewwAaW0QDM1DuiWqOYa0zhwiUkyEPIFjdmb3hrAz27-gFEy1MLG9v1h4N8HQSVd6BPHVnaNe93qev7W6QVcs2pHuH6GCNyHGOAiuw4jJx/s1600/IMG_2368.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS1NrTT4YtkEQIAlgq86141MgnTDAmUqcCGM0ewwAaW0QDM1DuiWqOYa0zhwiUkyEPIFjdmb3hrAz27-gFEy1MLG9v1h4N8HQSVd6BPHVnaNe93qev7W6QVcs2pHuH6GCNyHGOAiuw4jJx/s200/IMG_2368.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640927754362092082" /></a>
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<br />Vibe of Shop: Insane Nadas
<br />Though there was no donut pink involved, this place embodied the classic donut shop vibe and there was plenty of seating for all!
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<br />Outside Appearance: Grungy Nadas
<br />I truthfully wouldn’t have expected such a delicious thing to come out of such a ghetto looking building, but then again, I’m kind of shallow at times and I tend to judge on appearances. My favorite part was the taco truck just outside the door tucked under the shade of the tree in the parking lot. You can have lunch and dessert by walking 10 paces!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCvay6a34hNHk3qH4f2Qrx7-vCFqS_NaesgwI5DicdyQBQjU8ymYEtMCNiSeNW-hWxd5R5hjjdPGGHIMwsVS3sGOgzQXz389qoatJqRkYgltMpuPXdtQgz0Xn6ea4BVjW7ge9i8uHMZ5ds/s1600/IMG_2366.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCvay6a34hNHk3qH4f2Qrx7-vCFqS_NaesgwI5DicdyQBQjU8ymYEtMCNiSeNW-hWxd5R5hjjdPGGHIMwsVS3sGOgzQXz389qoatJqRkYgltMpuPXdtQgz0Xn6ea4BVjW7ge9i8uHMZ5ds/s320/IMG_2366.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640928138031810146" /></a>Hours: Honestly, I was too excited about the tasty donut that I didn't check on the hours. I'll just have to go back... Oh darn. ;)
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<br />This lady was amazing! She truly reminded me of a happy aunty who won’t stop feeding me even when I say I’m done and can’t fit anymore in my belly.
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<br />Taste of Glaze Donut: Boom-a-licious Nadas
<br />I did not have high expectations but when I took my first bite my jaw dropped with amazement. It was so perfect… moist, fluffy, and perfect glaze.
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<br />Blueberry Donut? Yes, and it was amazing. Just ask Tyson.
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<br />Coffee: Warm and energizing Nadas
<br />I was so happy to enjoy a cup of joe at this point. Searching for a whiffle ball set is much harder than you would think.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLAe7348gQUf2I8YIjXSyWw67rvv_e4IEMX9yd-KfoMvrjWptE5g8D7Uly1ilZ6OnuGi7exzkUL3bviK4FJ07pxyVqffEXJKzsMaw78VHvOF9Vn5rATKUOBQAU0x9uL6AW-u650YwvJKrd/s1600/IMG_2369.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLAe7348gQUf2I8YIjXSyWw67rvv_e4IEMX9yd-KfoMvrjWptE5g8D7Uly1ilZ6OnuGi7exzkUL3bviK4FJ07pxyVqffEXJKzsMaw78VHvOF9Vn5rATKUOBQAU0x9uL6AW-u650YwvJKrd/s320/IMG_2369.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640931198788073906" /></a>Special: When you make donuts this quality and tasty you don’t need gimmicks or specialties to draw customers. The donut does all the promotion itself. Go see for yourself. Be informed: we are getting closer everyday to finding the best donut in the world.
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-25853153413469626702011-08-14T16:10:00.000-07:002011-08-14T16:30:07.380-07:00K D's Doughnuts and Desserts - Ramona, CAOverall Shop Rating: 3.5 Nadas
<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6AdhFFBkObrvK3I1LaBzBah5sopLiviorsSUGQiEmup-HIMOeZ8-hv2KBO4X9vBt6QsQ7O5RG7yzVn4y4YXzc4NTMXx8r66hJVpq_79_4LS3N4RvmOETYTwegVViLyih8xF8LcEU_URPA/s1600/IMG_1245.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6AdhFFBkObrvK3I1LaBzBah5sopLiviorsSUGQiEmup-HIMOeZ8-hv2KBO4X9vBt6QsQ7O5RG7yzVn4y4YXzc4NTMXx8r66hJVpq_79_4LS3N4RvmOETYTwegVViLyih8xF8LcEU_URPA/s320/IMG_1245.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640854975091908802" /></a>You may be thinking “Hey, who is this Tyson character? Isn’t this website called ‘Dave’s Donut Blog? How does Tyson expect me to respect his opinion on donuts and donutry when he has no qualifications that I know of?” – This is perfectly understandable, as Dave is widely recognized as a wordwide virtuoso of all tenets of the donut world and I am nothing more than, well, some guy or whatever. So please take this particular blog as a kind of wikipedia in the world of scholarly donut articles.
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<br />I have been taking a break from playing bass with Kokua to do some music at various Young Life properties in California. This gave me ample donut tasting oppurtunities <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLibJQDHg-_FX5GnQGhZehVBtdEzYYp9DfBGQn2IRudT7ECqRPCwK6ctdV0zOqfmu5GHbJ4CWGn2BiBdmvb0QjrEsfMJvxErzl-iqRnYQYmIJA4EfC1zw6ULZg4usiE-BEvlPI1mgQYiNH/s1600/IMG_1248.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLibJQDHg-_FX5GnQGhZehVBtdEzYYp9DfBGQn2IRudT7ECqRPCwK6ctdV0zOqfmu5GHbJ4CWGn2BiBdmvb0QjrEsfMJvxErzl-iqRnYQYmIJA4EfC1zw6ULZg4usiE-BEvlPI1mgQYiNH/s200/IMG_1248.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640856069455155234" /></a>which I took eager advantage of. This particular day I sampled some of the craftsmanship of KD Donuts in Ramona, California – but not alone. In fact I employed the taste buds of three more donut critics: Martin Cachero and AJ Pitkin from San Diego, as well as a donut critic abroad: Sean Pearson, a pastry enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona.
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<br />Overall Vibe of shop: 3.5 Nadas
<br />The exterior had a well designed, clean sign, as well as decal of layered donuts. I should have taken a picture of the decal but I didn’t. Think about it like this: a donut transport airplane broke in two during a flight over Detroit and all the donuts fell into the empty swimming pool of a bygone millionaire who moved to the Bahamas after he closed his automobile manufacturing plant and fired all the employees (that’s why the pool was empty) – and then somebody snapped a quick picture and made it into a window decal. I’m not sure if that’s the way this decal came to be but hey, it’s like a way to understand, you know? The interior wasn’t usual donut shop interior. It had pictures that weren’t of budda or island scenery. A little use of donut pink was apparent - and - surprisingly, there were ample pictures of Ramona, as well as a lot of advertisements for the California Lottery. If your day is going pretty good, why not get a donut, right? And then, your day is really looking up, so why not win the lottery? KD Donuts know how to do a correct sell of the lottery.
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<br />Service: 5 Nadas
<br />The service here was like no other service I’ve ever encountered in a donut shop. When we informed the nice woman behind the counter, named Stephanie I think, that we represented a donut blog, she went out of her way to accommodate us – even giving us free donuts! Hooray! That’s another $3.45 towards my future children’s college fund. Her husband came out of the back to give us a tour of the donut case. “The maple bar has a money back guarentee. If you don’t like it, your money back!” Five stars, sir. He even let us take a picture of him holding a donut with Martin, Sean and AJ. He let us behind the counter which was exciting. (See illustration 1.a)<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8f3e4v3WA23Ay6obBcIML-8S8Ro2NEVL_9bTvw-PVdXC54DCHOOgpveYJzeaabOjw93edshrzzWv9fJ2maWPuMGI8sgebS_rXBVQ2IGjO-eKXUnro_nXzvi9PWdUsXZo0UC6ltxIFmlLd/s1600/IMG_1247.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8f3e4v3WA23Ay6obBcIML-8S8Ro2NEVL_9bTvw-PVdXC54DCHOOgpveYJzeaabOjw93edshrzzWv9fJ2maWPuMGI8sgebS_rXBVQ2IGjO-eKXUnro_nXzvi9PWdUsXZo0UC6ltxIFmlLd/s320/IMG_1247.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640855442453187106" /></a>Regular Glaze: 2 Nadas
<br />Martin had this one, and he wasn’t impressed. He even called it trash, which is like a slap in the face to any donut. Calling a donut trash is like calling a human being 10 swear words in their own language. <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhR4WxPrJmXACgXSh7wPS_uhTSaEru8U3jbq9TpQ4j1jpUODUMaFeOWdt_Tg_yeseOIR1FzTDT6RtpledNKI0Q1HvV3FW-I5PSi6DtUYW3uSudB3ReUHIYk9x5bRJaXnaacHOm0K2r_Xxy/s1600/IMG_1246.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhR4WxPrJmXACgXSh7wPS_uhTSaEru8U3jbq9TpQ4j1jpUODUMaFeOWdt_Tg_yeseOIR1FzTDT6RtpledNKI0Q1HvV3FW-I5PSi6DtUYW3uSudB3ReUHIYk9x5bRJaXnaacHOm0K2r_Xxy/s200/IMG_1246.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640855656840781410" /></a>I think perhaps KD Donuts has been smitten with the “Krispy Kreme Kurse” where the donuts are delightfully crispy and soft and delicious in the morning, and then turn into a round shaped turd tasting donut in the afternoon, like a werewolf in reverse. Stephanie even told us that we had to come back in the morning. She backed it up by showing that over half the case was empty from the numerous early bird donut consumers. (See image 1.b).
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<br />Blueberry Donut: yes.
<br />AJ tried this one. To his disappointment there were no real blueberries baked into the donut, but hey, we were in Ramona, not Monte Carlo. Who do you think you are, man? They also had a regular glaze with blueberry frosting. Yum ahoy! Sean thought this was a top notch donut, adding that it would be better in the morning.
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<br />Coffee: N/A
<br />We didn’t try the coffee because it was a flamboyant 207 degrees farenheit outside. Call me what you will, but I wasn’t in the mood.
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<br />Cash only! I like cash-only donut shops. They stay true to American currency. They way it was, and should be. Cash-only is 101 in donut culture.
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<br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Note from the donut blog guru, Dave: Tyson is a good friend of mine. We have been playing music together for a long time and we visited many donut shops together. He is still a donut padawan learner, but I feel he has been adequately trained and his opinion can be taken as near truth. I'll let you know all know when I feel he has outgrown his donut critiquing adolescence. </span>
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-1966245971883886572011-07-11T12:07:00.000-07:002011-07-29T16:34:56.260-07:00Christy’s Donuts – Danville, CAOverall Shop rating 3 Nadas<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKN0lgWRUjV9KcRbik8FNTgxJKKQTTVDwcDYjFd6FvWTDBGRBX6_LZBau5QjbDfZUckn-3MIuXfqL_SiVgSObQKEYhyphenhyphenRFuEWnh5UNkh0b94xFQikh-rL_DqlkBJObWGafYyryIL2Vxhe23/s1600/IMG_2330.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKN0lgWRUjV9KcRbik8FNTgxJKKQTTVDwcDYjFd6FvWTDBGRBX6_LZBau5QjbDfZUckn-3MIuXfqL_SiVgSObQKEYhyphenhyphenRFuEWnh5UNkh0b94xFQikh-rL_DqlkBJObWGafYyryIL2Vxhe23/s320/IMG_2330.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628174907619082626" /></a>On this day, my friends and I found ourselves on a backyard concert tour called the Fire Pit Tour. We were in Danville playing at the Wisenor abode and before the show we needed some refreshment so we headed to their local donut shop just around the corner from their home. <br /><br />Vibe of Shop: 3 ½ Nadas<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFfRTKDfF7XvGvO_2vg_PuoswqRYOZIgaBd1RmQqzDk3-6Esd66RaFE-6O4SoSiBb6EsAcVMeioba1faiRfaOCJ7wumSO_V9kFLUz7q8sxSpJz6lb9WpQHxqXX2nnaOSh3oA3ewktDQdYV/s1600/IMG_2334.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 149px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFfRTKDfF7XvGvO_2vg_PuoswqRYOZIgaBd1RmQqzDk3-6Esd66RaFE-6O4SoSiBb6EsAcVMeioba1faiRfaOCJ7wumSO_V9kFLUz7q8sxSpJz6lb9WpQHxqXX2nnaOSh3oA3ewktDQdYV/s200/IMG_2334.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628176639141372834" /></a>When I walked inside I enjoyed the home-like feel of the joint, but I did feel a little cramped. It was like a miniature house for dolls, but with donuts.<br /><br />Outside Appearance: 4 Nadas<br />Nestled in a nice nook of a strip mall and surrounded by a thrift store for old people, I enjoyed the seating outside, though at the time it was occupied by a mom and her children. I wish they weren’t there because it was a beautiful day outside and I wanted to enjoy my dough nugget in the sun.<br /><br />Hours: Mon-Fri 5:30am-5pm, Sat 6am-2pm, Sun 6am-1pm<br /><br />Service: 4 Nadas<br />The servers were kind and helpful… and Asian. Always a plus.<br /><br />Taste of Glaze Donut: 3 Nadas<br />I visited this place with my friend, Kent, and his kids and I had high hopes because he built it up as his regular stop. I’m sorry, Kent, but they just didn’t bring the excellence I was hoping for.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9YcvsqWucBWbVK6XNklezwb5OvF4o8mkI05xPemyWzqKg74acwV-hr0viIzKxZuTPnYDe88LHqfD5MdtpzsswMkc_Ya6-YNoYuFh8mm1mRXetvxgaPa08CC_DzI7b4vs_e7bWMptZAyVa/s1600/IMG_2328.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9YcvsqWucBWbVK6XNklezwb5OvF4o8mkI05xPemyWzqKg74acwV-hr0viIzKxZuTPnYDe88LHqfD5MdtpzsswMkc_Ya6-YNoYuFh8mm1mRXetvxgaPa08CC_DzI7b4vs_e7bWMptZAyVa/s320/IMG_2328.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628177770898136962" /></a>Blueberry Donut? Yes<br />I’ve heard it said that you can’t judge a book by it’s cover and in the same way I will say: You can’t judge a donut by it’s glaze. This donut looked great but was just average. Again, I’m sorry, Kent. I wish I could give a higher rating for your sake. Maybe it’s just because we came later in the day, but a good donut should hold it’s it’s course til the end of donut day.<br /><br />Coffee: 3 Nadas<br />Average, but it didn’t make me gag so that’s always a good thing.<br /><br />Special: My favorite part about the shop were the old movie posters and random decorations on the walls. Also, I enjoyed the polka dot wall paper.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkMMg7Ff0bI5ijIA_Ra52sFsfs6k8Fx6X33kSFfNONfInBAIH_hkJskaNEHPpxcdhKoYcwdTQgpkufiRD0wUKDjuT34p0QJy_RvO7sU2p8GHGsU2j7oIEzfZZ75bIILYL8yHShCQ4ZJumz/s1600/IMG_2335.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 149px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkMMg7Ff0bI5ijIA_Ra52sFsfs6k8Fx6X33kSFfNONfInBAIH_hkJskaNEHPpxcdhKoYcwdTQgpkufiRD0wUKDjuT34p0QJy_RvO7sU2p8GHGsU2j7oIEzfZZ75bIILYL8yHShCQ4ZJumz/s200/IMG_2335.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628179037985442834" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTizortv4xPKK_tptPZdOed-0mT6qlXJ9Wn1pyLrgjL7V1ZR7t-mdOdrxKmsNPLPS-H0ZlzSoydY7G04sAF5YSdniMW9rVnYe_A5SBI1Y8uqmoSF25q-jOcLmQzlCbfZHclXjZ7Ieym38v/s1600/IMG_2336.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTizortv4xPKK_tptPZdOed-0mT6qlXJ9Wn1pyLrgjL7V1ZR7t-mdOdrxKmsNPLPS-H0ZlzSoydY7G04sAF5YSdniMW9rVnYe_A5SBI1Y8uqmoSF25q-jOcLmQzlCbfZHclXjZ7Ieym38v/s200/IMG_2336.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628178372944892914" /></a><br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="350" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" src="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=christy's+donuts+danville&aq=&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=53.035373,114.169922&ie=UTF8&hq=christy's+donuts&hnear=Danville,+Contra+Costa,+California&cid=6324632529512049914&ll=37.827548,-121.993518&spn=0.011864,0.018239&z=15&iwloc=A&output=embed"></iframe><br /><small><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=embed&hl=en&geocode=&q=christy's+donuts+danville&aq=&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=53.035373,114.169922&ie=UTF8&hq=christy's+donuts&hnear=Danville,+Contra+Costa,+California&cid=6324632529512049914&ll=37.827548,-121.993518&spn=0.011864,0.018239&z=15&iwloc=A" style="color:#0000FF;text-align:left">View Larger Map</a></small><br /><br /><g:plusone></g:plusone><br /><script type="text/javascript"><br /> (function() {<br /> var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true;<br /> po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js';<br /> var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s);<br /> })();<br /></script>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-16634364983874852332011-04-27T10:00:00.000-07:002011-04-27T10:00:01.924-07:00Donut Rising - Chico, CAOverall Shop rating: 4 Nadas<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWhpDLxMsZ8iMfQK4ugMGvJIv4kI2fU76bVIea-xcw0Ty_PmnJfXDPgUxslLrcW3Y9_OVFkYJQB5AOGFXNRdkrC8ThwUaPlcN7e_CWNIHkkeSKh_tT1i1KyCymSJwEnRnkDVJeRx8y5LM5/s1600/IMG_2213.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWhpDLxMsZ8iMfQK4ugMGvJIv4kI2fU76bVIea-xcw0Ty_PmnJfXDPgUxslLrcW3Y9_OVFkYJQB5AOGFXNRdkrC8ThwUaPlcN7e_CWNIHkkeSKh_tT1i1KyCymSJwEnRnkDVJeRx8y5LM5/s200/IMG_2213.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596348319854595858" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbO1HwY7Y4GhRbywE83sReef2EpeO48T0dqLEfsw8gEx4MtGoNmMkzbqptVgrgceYv8-pnucAEFJRkW04GVxKurFUMoHMMDtGoCOzF_smGwH3lMnfkQP7ACyGrlfa3S-aD852GWeA2tVwx/s1600/IMG_2206.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbO1HwY7Y4GhRbywE83sReef2EpeO48T0dqLEfsw8gEx4MtGoNmMkzbqptVgrgceYv8-pnucAEFJRkW04GVxKurFUMoHMMDtGoCOzF_smGwH3lMnfkQP7ACyGrlfa3S-aD852GWeA2tVwx/s320/IMG_2206.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596347560495801554" /></a>In my extensive donut research I have found that there are 3 categories of donut shops: corporate shops (Krispy Kreme, Dunkin Donuts), small family owned shops (Ferrell’s Donuts, Dunlap Donuts), and crazy boutique shops (Voodoo Donuts, Psycho Donuts). Donut Rising falls in the last category and does the “boutique donut thing” well! I loved the thought and planning that went into the décor and I love the interesting and creative approach to the donut flavors. Chico, being a rootsy college town and the home of the successful and creative brewery, Sierra Nevada, I wouldn’t expect less of their donut culture. Donut Rising is quality and a great donut stop!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2Ey_7DAzkjnMpz8ytGK8tU_PbRd3e8U7w6n281yk3VDbpTH8PGeqLUA7Bx5Th9wEn3gzhMtmOdFmmU_DAtdBTtS6paPkzBNAO9GzJy4Npm2wYziOaX3jiBskFlvQG5PM4qp7ckL1gwE1r/s1600/IMG_2209.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2Ey_7DAzkjnMpz8ytGK8tU_PbRd3e8U7w6n281yk3VDbpTH8PGeqLUA7Bx5Th9wEn3gzhMtmOdFmmU_DAtdBTtS6paPkzBNAO9GzJy4Npm2wYziOaX3jiBskFlvQG5PM4qp7ckL1gwE1r/s200/IMG_2209.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596347937837552946" /></a>Vibe of Shop: 4 ½ Nadas<br />When I walked in, I was floored by the décor. The use of donut pink was skillfully balance with the bright green and checkered floors. One can’t help but smile and feel a little crazy when walking into this shop.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv5oH2Ctyuy1W5msOaf-bPqgYdz_bL6KyfvxNnFaA2Xas7Yuz79n7oUB7STdqBmxw7nktpNRv3i86PWrxPQHdpCG0k7lae9939M1S1YLvjomfHVlm7DqiTm1TShR-nO73_houQDZJj8_3C/s1600/IMG_2208.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv5oH2Ctyuy1W5msOaf-bPqgYdz_bL6KyfvxNnFaA2Xas7Yuz79n7oUB7STdqBmxw7nktpNRv3i86PWrxPQHdpCG0k7lae9939M1S1YLvjomfHVlm7DqiTm1TShR-nO73_houQDZJj8_3C/s200/IMG_2208.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596348712644703618" /></a>Outside Appearance: 3 Nadas<br />I enjoyed the location, being nestled in a quaint strip mall and being neighbors of Wok’N Roll Hawaiian BBQ. I was disappointed that there was no outdoor seating.<br /><br />Hours: 7am – 3pm-ish<br /><br />Service: 4 Nadas<br />The girl who helped us was very kind and informative and after talking a bit, I found out she was a part owner. For the record, she wasn’t of Asian descent, but she made a killer donut!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOKEz5rSQtq1MlIBiJHEQeW4cnfrz5Qw143Q4CX2H59Xu2W3tS9r3p4gbj6GS5GF50yOtWqZaJT-RZIuNajqybw2FThuKUOpA9VAW_xWp0EJ75JS3lBU-1YUTHPTE13D87vE3aLuxaMcX_/s1600/IMG_2211.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOKEz5rSQtq1MlIBiJHEQeW4cnfrz5Qw143Q4CX2H59Xu2W3tS9r3p4gbj6GS5GF50yOtWqZaJT-RZIuNajqybw2FThuKUOpA9VAW_xWp0EJ75JS3lBU-1YUTHPTE13D87vE3aLuxaMcX_/s320/IMG_2211.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596350811582907618" /></a>Taste of Glaze Donut: 4 Nadas<br />The donut was fully, moist, and the glaze was near perfect. The flavor didn’t necessarily stick out, though. Maybe it’s because I was so excited about trying the bacon maple bar.<br /><br />Blueberry Donut… I’m not sure. I was so distracted by all the crazy flavors (like Maple Bacon and Chai) that I forgot to look. <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFBfJh9qGu9beLo847tNUzGZTHxVuO8F5T-jFs23ve1FCxnESNw825DjFB5oIsKbuc2_etMrRJVzqNyzB7Q3grajzkg4_wmocQbYkNpRmzEltwAMQAmzE4525wxCaT6Mg8GZLghKgLmvki/s1600/IMG_2217.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFBfJh9qGu9beLo847tNUzGZTHxVuO8F5T-jFs23ve1FCxnESNw825DjFB5oIsKbuc2_etMrRJVzqNyzB7Q3grajzkg4_wmocQbYkNpRmzEltwAMQAmzE4525wxCaT6Mg8GZLghKgLmvki/s320/IMG_2217.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596350207289664562" /></a>Coffee: 4 Nadas<br />It was delicious and simple. I don’t know what else to say.<br /><br />Special: Obviously, this shop is shooting for creativity and the unique taste niche. I was so pumped on the Chico Chai donut. I would highly recommend it! The Maple Bacon… Mmmmm. Perfect blend of saltiness and sweet. Actually, while we were sitting there discussing the flavors, my friends, Chris, Travis, and I came up with a new twist… We call it the Volcano: a donut with Bacon, Maple frosting, and filled small bits of jalapenos! I can’t wait for someone to try and create it! I would, except I don’t know how to make a decent raise glaze yet. First things first…<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_Zi5TIa5W11lvVWFJFFfQ5r16O8sudUmAdSWspzEl7B2Ad__s003liYZKI1q4DzaF0iBcgudbgrDsg7WaX60Zl2tBT6Ecs25Uu5qQR02XT-fX6vLP6rgR3dsaVCL1OrH79Og_rPHFNg7r/s1600/IMG_2215.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_Zi5TIa5W11lvVWFJFFfQ5r16O8sudUmAdSWspzEl7B2Ad__s003liYZKI1q4DzaF0iBcgudbgrDsg7WaX60Zl2tBT6Ecs25Uu5qQR02XT-fX6vLP6rgR3dsaVCL1OrH79Og_rPHFNg7r/s200/IMG_2215.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596351938280225490" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg84wlPunICIL29JJ1qYvo6kzCCABT-i99Z9lxsicuG3Hie3NaMrjY98f2lcJ-CpUHcw3YwkGldVFMr4fM8MjZszzR_2LZnzqznwCCr80bMuyV7hePzd5QHMt9kppUeYiIhA36K1p0O2s5o/s1600/IMG_2218.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg84wlPunICIL29JJ1qYvo6kzCCABT-i99Z9lxsicuG3Hie3NaMrjY98f2lcJ-CpUHcw3YwkGldVFMr4fM8MjZszzR_2LZnzqznwCCr80bMuyV7hePzd5QHMt9kppUeYiIhA36K1p0O2s5o/s320/IMG_2218.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596351374181335970" /></a><br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="350" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" src="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=1008+West+Sacramento+Ave.+Suite+A1+Chico,+CA+95926&aq=&sll=39.751809,-121.844779&sspn=0.10017,0.222988&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=1008+W+Sacramento+Ave,+Chico,+California+95926&ll=39.736432,-121.860695&spn=0.023101,0.036478&z=14&iwloc=A&output=embed"></iframe><br /><small><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=embed&hl=en&geocode=&q=1008+West+Sacramento+Ave.+Suite+A1+Chico,+CA+95926&aq=&sll=39.751809,-121.844779&sspn=0.10017,0.222988&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=1008+W+Sacramento+Ave,+Chico,+California+95926&ll=39.736432,-121.860695&spn=0.023101,0.036478&z=14&iwloc=A" style="color:#0000FF;text-align:left">View Larger Map</a></small>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-23850167376298201892011-04-20T10:00:00.000-07:002011-04-20T10:00:00.147-07:00Fluffy Donut - Davis, CAOverall Shop rating: 3 ½ Nadas<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiod2x44laoXjOkqr_IZxeV7ztzOZCfl3YdZCMtq1vgtxqWBOF8rPkjTwoP-_3w9HDCNcSIWhUvJBOyckHEWkDgarRtMGnb82jmYtNTQLoiDEfkk8ul8dVQpR0gy10NxWLvP8Ub3vz6X7pW/s1600/IMG_2248.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiod2x44laoXjOkqr_IZxeV7ztzOZCfl3YdZCMtq1vgtxqWBOF8rPkjTwoP-_3w9HDCNcSIWhUvJBOyckHEWkDgarRtMGnb82jmYtNTQLoiDEfkk8ul8dVQpR0gy10NxWLvP8Ub3vz6X7pW/s320/IMG_2248.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596342078716078626" /></a>Davis, CA is a wonderful college town tucked in the middle of farm lands and perfect flat terrain for riding bikes. When you get tired from all the pedaling around town, bike your way on over to Fluffy Donut for some refreshment. I haven’t spent much time in this peaceful town, but I hope to find myself here more in the future so I can thoroughly explore and experience the donut culture of Davis.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWaPmALdzSRMarNkxM7gxLvDQXOyaRU7_yQJ3JENGDBY4LLhTUf0Kw7zFXz9EmCOxurYAleLQsLlUTyzYPOy1CyMBxqhWiELPJNKrYt5YO7pOzOBtJIU77x4DPRNzXYm6Nk80oCHnV8bqr/s1600/IMG_2240.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 149px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWaPmALdzSRMarNkxM7gxLvDQXOyaRU7_yQJ3JENGDBY4LLhTUf0Kw7zFXz9EmCOxurYAleLQsLlUTyzYPOy1CyMBxqhWiELPJNKrYt5YO7pOzOBtJIU77x4DPRNzXYm6Nk80oCHnV8bqr/s200/IMG_2240.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596342551229032818" /></a>Vibe of Shop: 4 Nadas<br />This place has ample seating and plenty of soft donut pink in the décor that makes me feel right at home. There are large windows in the front of the store that provide for lots of natural light to keep the vibe bright and happy.<br /><br />Outside Appearance: 5 Nadas<br />I haven’t found a more relaxing exterior of a donut shop as this. There were tables and chairs, park benches and lots of nice foliage that provided a relaxing feeling.<br /><br />Hours: 5:30am-5:00pm<br /><br />Service: 2 1/2 Nadas<br />The nice Asian man was witty and friendly but super slow. I can understand why as he had to serve donuts and make sandwiches all by himself.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS1SuDJSlvHMpnxxmIceCTAyqMCX6WEtq8USmDOx_b_qaQyf94oOEyldEtQq3BxNMSzqoh8DMbaDx9tUS_MpSoDTcT-8vKAiRvJVFjnt79oCATPdEJ9NczpQkHQS8qaXnjbBtTv8nYvfn_/s1600/IMG_2244.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS1SuDJSlvHMpnxxmIceCTAyqMCX6WEtq8USmDOx_b_qaQyf94oOEyldEtQq3BxNMSzqoh8DMbaDx9tUS_MpSoDTcT-8vKAiRvJVFjnt79oCATPdEJ9NczpQkHQS8qaXnjbBtTv8nYvfn_/s320/IMG_2244.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596343094929591794" /></a>Taste of Glaze Donut: 3 Nadas<br />As the title of the shop states, this donut was fluffy, but a little too fluffy for my taste. The glaze was a little too crispy and dry, and the flavor of the donut was too ordinary. Nothing really stuck out to me.<br /><br />Blueberry Donut: When we were there they didn’t have a regular blueberry cake donut, but they did have an old fashion blueberry donut. I didn’t try one since I just had a huge burrito and I could barely handle eating any more.<br /><br />Coffee: 3 ½ Nadas<br />The coffee had a good flavor but was watered down.<br /><br />Special: This donut shop doubled as a sandwich shop. I noticed that they kept busy serving as many sandwiches as donuts. This is admirable as they were literally next door to a Subway Sandwich shop.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOzOq4bFXyQnuhSlRaD0w8GlNdGMFs74jyN2hXurMMD4cuWerDo61oOZGU3BrcTkwMAlseHb2anke7wwpm61fqN_DKiBbMk__RbIlOXq4JVDtMrX0DAW7ZZWSSCvqxwOg75WrxpAoqlFAn/s1600/IMG_2243.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 149px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOzOq4bFXyQnuhSlRaD0w8GlNdGMFs74jyN2hXurMMD4cuWerDo61oOZGU3BrcTkwMAlseHb2anke7wwpm61fqN_DKiBbMk__RbIlOXq4JVDtMrX0DAW7ZZWSSCvqxwOg75WrxpAoqlFAn/s200/IMG_2243.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596343968983999634" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjToXDnhmP1kmxhFPMXHd-teZavMlrW4C7srfucJtTPUz_wMLmbPqOiChppwwofrDTqI8taa-heSsXDkp1ut6mYvdTeCAkY6ElocXjMFnK00oYrsFDnBy4FLg-dssfzIKT73h6F5DQuTIp3/s1600/IMG_2241.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjToXDnhmP1kmxhFPMXHd-teZavMlrW4C7srfucJtTPUz_wMLmbPqOiChppwwofrDTqI8taa-heSsXDkp1ut6mYvdTeCAkY6ElocXjMFnK00oYrsFDnBy4FLg-dssfzIKT73h6F5DQuTIp3/s320/IMG_2241.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596343557005828978" /></a><br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="350" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" src="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Fluffy+Donut+Davis+CA&aq=&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=52.285401,114.169922&ie=UTF8&hq=Fluffy+Donut&hnear=Davis,+Yolo,+California&ll=38.55367,-121.758642&spn=0.023493,0.036478&z=14&iwloc=A&output=embed"></iframe><br /><small><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=embed&hl=en&geocode=&q=Fluffy+Donut+Davis+CA&aq=&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=52.285401,114.169922&ie=UTF8&hq=Fluffy+Donut&hnear=Davis,+Yolo,+California&ll=38.55367,-121.758642&spn=0.023493,0.036478&z=14&iwloc=A" style="color:#0000FF;text-align:left">View Larger Map</a></small>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-17823446873197486412011-04-16T16:25:00.000-07:002011-04-16T16:40:55.847-07:00Dunlap’s Donuts - Santa Cruz, CAOverall Shop Rating: 4 1/2 Nadas<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI6EAfYxha4tVeU_Kb_8LaKjn-zAgPNPR3-ZJ17vgxL7546Gy6QdqiyL64EeGqVhcjEiqTR8hvMK-ZiTDUwTq23IwqUzUMHikJNWEogoHPM-75wjzXPYmL-Tt0L1OuWHKfY-zKsMPGcsdv/s1600/IMG_1931.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI6EAfYxha4tVeU_Kb_8LaKjn-zAgPNPR3-ZJ17vgxL7546Gy6QdqiyL64EeGqVhcjEiqTR8hvMK-ZiTDUwTq23IwqUzUMHikJNWEogoHPM-75wjzXPYmL-Tt0L1OuWHKfY-zKsMPGcsdv/s320/IMG_1931.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596327609798497954" /></a>Dunlap’s Donuts, known to my friends and I as 38th donuts, is perfectly located on the corner of Portola and 38th Ave. It’s a few short blocks from the popular surf spots known as the Hook, Pleasure Point, and 38th Ave, which makes this the regular stop after surf sessions. Honestly, there’s not much better than tasty fried sugary dough after paddling around for a couple hours in 50 degree water. Also, I’ve always loved the servers there. I believe it’s run by a Cambodian family and I’ve enjoyed seeing some of their kids grow up over the years (I’ve been going here for a long time). <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAl-v23Xiimqtexkqhv-nU-HYzGs4bOjEErvB620n5UXpMj0WW-dt0_yJEcL7S2HwyzaLOwIFe9hdoHYI4QGPmzJQEGBi40CLhmU8pBVQeznem5WWLE9jS4Nr98UzdzBNE0rtyUXE5s_cL/s1600/IMG_1928.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAl-v23Xiimqtexkqhv-nU-HYzGs4bOjEErvB620n5UXpMj0WW-dt0_yJEcL7S2HwyzaLOwIFe9hdoHYI4QGPmzJQEGBi40CLhmU8pBVQeznem5WWLE9jS4Nr98UzdzBNE0rtyUXE5s_cL/s200/IMG_1928.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596328242802587138" /></a><br />Vibe of the Shop: 5 Nadas<br />This is the perfect donut lounge scenario. donuts in the middle, seats all around. No matter what time you get there, there’s a big possibility 2 to 3 older guys will be sitting in the corner talking about the good ol’ days. <br /><br />Outside Appearance: 4 1/2 Nadas<br />I love the quaint look, the location, and ample parking, but I wish there were some tables and chairs outside so that one could soak in the sun while enjoying a sugary morsel.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRaU_NDO_mHOSgE73Pkaoc-0BspuAb_RtupJGSWvnZeBxw_xYfMmD6IpKVVUSS9DmdiH9YoDsn34fbM90IIm4zpJl-ZrVQZrrZtovYmyYhp_CjwTOxRMQTN2nS0tqNbe1Ete6u7-tA62H1/s1600/IMG_1925.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRaU_NDO_mHOSgE73Pkaoc-0BspuAb_RtupJGSWvnZeBxw_xYfMmD6IpKVVUSS9DmdiH9YoDsn34fbM90IIm4zpJl-ZrVQZrrZtovYmyYhp_CjwTOxRMQTN2nS0tqNbe1Ete6u7-tA62H1/s320/IMG_1925.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596328704554865266" /></a>Hours: I’m not sure the exact hours, but I do know that they are open earlier than you want to be awake, and they stay open til at least 8 at night. Definitely not 24 hours.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4w8KpXxBmXapYoFOkTw_4wpzJIxITVKwqX2SupxKmMethMyBn6NZPvom3dtHPoN0-B_jQIzQNELd5Fr5nzQe6lwwCPSGkzi_2msAmfjUTjIXKNJolbIxtK6MAR3KnflcZn7BE-acscGux/s1600/IMG_1933.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4w8KpXxBmXapYoFOkTw_4wpzJIxITVKwqX2SupxKmMethMyBn6NZPvom3dtHPoN0-B_jQIzQNELd5Fr5nzQe6lwwCPSGkzi_2msAmfjUTjIXKNJolbIxtK6MAR3KnflcZn7BE-acscGux/s200/IMG_1933.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596329048614017986" /></a>Service: 5 Nadas<br />Every time I go in the lady named, Linda, serves with smile… either her or her son, who is also super cool.<br /><br />Taste of the Glaze Donut: 4 Nadas<br />Honestly I’ve had better, but these donuts are still really tasty. It has good moistness/fluffiness/density ratio and the glaze is not too thin and not too overbearing. <br /><br />Coffee: 3 Nadas<br />Santa Cruz has such a great coffee culture so if you want excellent coffee all you have to do is walk about 200 yards north to Coffeetopia or walk a block south to the award winning Verve Coffee. The coffee at Dunlap’s is just average but it does the job and it’s cheap!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf60lzVRmMjgfoaofEr5MbBHnKmBMh39tflIeGwuftt1YFXfwcAK-t2avnGOsiYnHkWCMqWgmpgQ7DN3MO3H1HMCYAYOBU9G3O51isQmGxgCJz6R56gin9kpHY25D6wjqxddsh92Hv8SB9/s1600/IMG_1934.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf60lzVRmMjgfoaofEr5MbBHnKmBMh39tflIeGwuftt1YFXfwcAK-t2avnGOsiYnHkWCMqWgmpgQ7DN3MO3H1HMCYAYOBU9G3O51isQmGxgCJz6R56gin9kpHY25D6wjqxddsh92Hv8SB9/s200/IMG_1934.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596329599307630786" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIqA_eMKoJEMZ6hxb4AmgublyI-2wDwEnNrTGR22bBzAwD71LfzBxKUP6zeXd0L0froV31MCiICm6Gnx2AxH9-ldN6IHDyj1nmUWGPEJjatOXJRlYK-gRNNBJAdRd47YM1R6EOL_8Z8vTV/s1600/IMG_1935.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 149px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIqA_eMKoJEMZ6hxb4AmgublyI-2wDwEnNrTGR22bBzAwD71LfzBxKUP6zeXd0L0froV31MCiICm6Gnx2AxH9-ldN6IHDyj1nmUWGPEJjatOXJRlYK-gRNNBJAdRd47YM1R6EOL_8Z8vTV/s200/IMG_1935.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596329818680038850" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Blueberry Donut: Yessssss!!!! And actually this is the blueberry donut that I use as the standard for all others. I believe that this is their strength. It could be that a blueberry donut is the perfect post-surf snack, though.<br /><br />Go surf and get a donut!<br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="350" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" src="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Dunlap's+Donuts,+Portola+Drive,+Santa+Cruz,+CA,+United+States&aq=1&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=52.285401,114.169922&ie=UTF8&hq=Dunlap's+Donuts,&hnear=Portola+Dr,+Santa+Cruz,+California&ll=36.967107,-121.968498&spn=0.012001,0.018239&z=15&iwloc=A&output=embed"></iframe><br /><small><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=embed&hl=en&geocode=&q=Dunlap's+Donuts,+Portola+Drive,+Santa+Cruz,+CA,+United+States&aq=1&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=52.285401,114.169922&ie=UTF8&hq=Dunlap's+Donuts,&hnear=Portola+Dr,+Santa+Cruz,+California&ll=36.967107,-121.968498&spn=0.012001,0.018239&z=15&iwloc=A" style="color:#0000FF;text-align:left">View Larger Map</a></small>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3527603481462273782.post-5734519085856234252011-03-29T23:52:00.000-07:002011-03-30T11:42:05.774-07:00A letter from a fellow donut connoisseur<span style="font-style:italic;">*Note* Ben is my good friend and trusted donut critic. He and I have visited a few shops together and discussed the intricacies that make up a great donut, so I give my validating approval to whatever he says. Ben, I'm sorry to say that you really missed out. I recently visited Trisha's, and though the smell was not strong, the taste nearly drove me crazy. These little guys are "Lightning in a Bottle." We'll just have to go there together sometime soon and share in the donut experience.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">From an email Ben sent me....</span><br /><br />I read <a href="http://davesdonutblog.blogspot.com/2010/12/trishs-mini-donuts-san-fransisco-ca.html">Andrew's guest donut blog about the pier 39 donuts</a>, and I'm kind of angry.<br /> <br />When I was in New Zealand, the mini donuts were a life changing experience. Between the two islands, I only found them in the very first city and very last city I visited. And believe me...I looked. I only found the second mini donut shop because I smelled it. Kristen and I were walking through a mini-mall and the smell hit me. I got so excited I nearly lost bowel control. We were right next to a bakery, so I turned and stepped inside...and the smell ceased.<br /> <br />"They're not here...we must keep looking!"<br /> <br />I returned to the promenade and followed my nose a few doors down. Heaven again. Lightning in a bottle.<br /> <br />Then, on Kristen's birthday (last Thursday), I went to pier 39. I saw the mini-donut shop. And I didn't buy them. Because that smell was absent. I walked all around the shop, searching for that haunting fragrance. Nothing. I stuck my head as close to the window as I could, and still nothing. I saw some people buying and eating them, and they didn't look quite as sparklingly brilliant as the New Zealand ones. So I didn't buy them, because I couldn't risk putting mediocre mini donuts in a mouth that had tasted such sublime excellence.<br /> <br />And then today I checked your blog, saw that post, and wondered if I had missed out on more lightning in a bottle. And now I'm conflicted and therefore, as I mentioned above, angry.<br /> <br />Miss you brother. Take care!<br /><br />-BenAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11271579269264189776noreply@blogger.com0