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10 donut stores to jump on a plane for.

Mmmm, I love donuts.

I’m an addict and Mr LML definitely agrees with me. I want them for breakfast, lunch and I’m always keen to have donuts for dinner, even though it’s socially frowned upon (we need to change that!) Writing this blog has added fuel to the fire, all of these donut stores are now on my bucket list (or re-added so I can eat more!) and you should probably add them to yours too- there are never enough donuts 😉

Here are my top 10 donut stores to jump on a plane for:

Doughnut Time, Brisbane – Australia

Our PB&J doughnut has returned!

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Doughnut time is Brisbane’s pride and joy of donuts and their crazy flavour combinations get you instantly addicted to their ever changing menu. From my personal favourite Katy Berry (raspberry glaze, white choc curls and raspberry powder) to the epic Glazed and Confused (caramel glaze and salty chips) to the PB&J donut above (you should know what this one is!), there’s a flavour combo for everyone. Matt Preston even paid a visit to their Fortitude Valley store to see what all the fuss is about! 😉

Doughnut Plant, New York City – USA

Our most requested doughnuts are back tomorrow: PUMPKIN and APPLE CINNAMON #doughnutplant A photo posted by Doughnut Plant (@doughnutplant) on

With flavours like Pumpkin and Apple Cinnamon, you’re bound to be inspired for Christmas with every bite of these delish doughnuts from Doughnut Plant. They have four locations over New York City as well as nine in Tokyo and one in South Korea. Their latest creation is a Candy Corn inspired donut, filled with house-made corn pudding and covered with a vanilla saffron turmeric glaze…*droooool*!

All Day Donuts, Melbourne – Australia

Dem vovos – shop from 8am – 10pm

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All Day Donuts, based in Brunswick, Melbourne are another one of Australia’s top donuts. They have delish flavours like Iced Vovo, Caramel Cookie and Lemon Yogurt Poppyseed – OMG YUM! You can grab these creations five days a week until sold out so what are you waiting for?!

Sidecar Doughnuts, California – USA

Sidecar Doughnuts make their donuts fresh every hour to ensure you get the yummiest donut possible. With their location at Costa Mesa, California and a brand new one opening in Santa Monica you’re sure to get your donut fix. Their flavour combos range from Hummingbird (OMG yum!), Lemon Meringue Pie to Maple Bacon and more! For those of you who follow a gluten free lifestyle, they’ve got you covered with gluten free options – winning!

Do Rite Donuts, Chicago – USA

If you were a donut, what would you be? What personality traits and quirks would come out in your donut avatar? Do-Rite Chef @jmahin Asked his buddy @thejoshelkin this question, and after three rounds of arm wrestling and some competitive bird calling, this is what they came up with. Bear in mind Elkin’s reputation for some fantastic off the wall creations. Introducing the new #doritecollab (drumroll). The donut: The Whiskey Crunchy Munchie. Brioche raised donut with a chocolate and whiskey filling, dipped in brown butter glaze, drizzled in a salted caramel and rolled in pretzels and roasted peanuts. This all speaks to Elkin’s devotion to decadence and brown liquor in general. You can see Josh Elkin and Jeff Mahin together on an upcoming episode of Sugar Showdown on the Cooking Channel. You can find the donut on the shelf at both Do-Rite locations through 10/22.

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Do Rite Donuts in Chicago make their donuts in small batches, in house, and all day long to make sure you get the freshest donuts possible. They have a new crazy flavour which is epic…get ready. It’s a brioche raised donut with chocolate and whiskey filling, covered in brown butter glaze, drizzled in salted caramel AND rolled in pretzels and roasted peanuts…all I can say is this is one amaaaazing donut. Chicago here I come!

Crosstown Doughnuts, London – United Kingdom

Date filling, orange blossom glaze, cardamom crumble #craftbycrosstown #crosstown #crosstowndoughnuts A photo posted by Crosstown | Doughnuts & Coffee (@crosstowndoughnuts) on

Crosstown Doughnuts in London are a local favourite with their scrumptious flavour combos, SIX donut bars AND over 20 stockists, wherever you’re travelling to in London there’s a Crosstown Doughnut nearby. My favourite flavour I’ve seen is their date filled, orange blossom glaze with cardamom crumble donut…I’ll take three please!

Mamas Donuts, Hamilton – New Zealand

Pinacolada this week yummy

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Here’s one for all our travellers heading to the land of the long white cloud! Mamas Donuts are in Hamilton (south of Auckland) and their flavours definitely get the cravings. From their latest creation- Pina Colada to everyone’s favourite Peanut Butter and Chocolate, you’re bound to buy at least one… six-pack 😉

Lotties Doughnuts, Amsterdam – Netherlands

Lotties Doughnuts were the first handmade donut company in Amsterdam and they’ve definitely set the bar high for anyone willing to challenge them. They cater to events, weddings and even baby showers! I know what you’re thinking and even though it’s Amsterdam, they’ve kept their flavours G rated so that the whole family can enjoy 😉 My personal favourite would have to be the Marble Bloomin Blueberry followed closely by the Totally Coconuts.

Grumpy Donuts, Sydney – Australia

Come visit us @thegaleries tomorrow from 10AM

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Based in Sydney, Grumpy Donuts certainly give the local sydneysiders their donut fix. They have lots of flavours (new ones added all the time!) and despite the name won’t leave you grumpy, you’ll be completely content once you’ve bitten into one of these amazing donuts. If you’ve over indulged and can’t leave your hotel to get more, they deliver-woo! I recommend the Vanilla Oreo Ring or S’mores donut, mmm!

Beechwood Doughnuts, Ontario – Canada

Browned Butter Pecan? Yes please. A photo posted by Beechwood Doughnuts (@beechwooddoughnuts) on

Last but certainly not least, are Beechwood Doughnuts in Ontario, Canada. These guys sell fresh, handmade, 100% vegan donuts – perfect for anyone, not just the vegans and vegetarians out there! They have over 15 flavours to choose from but I think I would definitely go for the Apple Fritter or the Browned Butter Pecan donut….talk about delish!

Which donut would you jump on a plane for? Don’t be afraid to say all of them 😉




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  1. Cate

    They all look delish! Thankfully, I don’t have to hop on a plane to enjoy Beechwood Doughnuts, they are actually only a 5 minute drive from my house 🙂


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