Top 7 Donuts of 2020 (Chicago)

Happy New Year! I know it's been a while since I've posted here. I have hit a bit of a burnout during 2020, so I'll be taking an indefinite break from this blog. The fact that I kept it going for about 4 years is a pretty great feat though (in my opinion). I loved…

Chocolate Hazelnut – Yolk & White

Hello, donut lovers! I took another unplanned break these past few weeks because I was exhausted. I had a big project at work and looking at a computer during non-working hours did not spark joy. So quick piece of advice: take time off to recharge your batteries. Take care of yourself, wash your hands, and…

Apple Cider Donut – Royal Oak Farm Orchard

It's September, which means it's officially Apple Cider Donut Season! Royal Oak Farm Orchard is located in Harvard, IL, but I bought these at the Woodstock farmer's market. If you're looking for a city getaway, this was a fun little excursion. My friend and I ate pierogi from the Delicja stand for lunch and they…

Danish Donut with Almond Cream – Stan’s

Last week I participated in the Virtual Stan's Donut 5K. I ran the innaugural race in 2017, which was a lot of fun, but I think being able to do it on my own time was just as enjoyable. Wearing my race t-shirt, I met up with a friend in Lakeview and walked up to…

Cinnamon Sugar – Beacon Doughnuts

When I visited Beacon Doughnuts I tried a second donut: Cinnamon Sugar. And once again, I learned that you should ask what kind of dough the doughnuts are before ordering. Because this turned out to be another cake donut. Oops. It's also hard when you can't see them in a display case, but it's definitely…

Apple Fritter – Yolk & White

There's another NEW donut shop on the scene in Chicago! I never thought I'd say that during this pandemic, but I'm delighted to share with you my experience with Yolk & White. There's no website, only an Instagram account. This microbakery is located in Buena Park and the menu changes monthly, so hurry and get…

Blueberry Mascarpone Streusel – Firecakes

Some days I want a simple glazed donut. And other days I want an "extra" donut. And Blueberry Mascarpone Streusel donut from Firecakes is very, very extra. Unfortunately, it is now out of season. However, Firecakes has moved on to a variety of peach donuts! I hope to try one (or 2) of them soon…

S’more – Beacon Doughnuts

There's a (fairly) new donut shop in Chicago! Beacon Donuts moved into the alley space at Armitage & Halsted formerly occupied by Maison Marcel. While I've been familiar with Beacon donuts thanks to Instagram, I hadn't tried them yet. They were primarily sold at the Wicker Park Farmer's market, which is a little tough to…