It was mid afternoon when the craving hit me.
Hmmm I feel like a custard donut and coffee!
Anyone who knows me well, would know that custard donuts are the keys to my soul heart. I could probably eat four of them in a row if I wasn't trying to lose a few kgs.
That morning I had heard about a bakery just round the corner from our homebase - not exactly walking distance but not far to drive. This particular bakery is tiny. Family owned and run, smack bang in the middle of the industrial area. The first thing that I liked about it was that it didn't enforce mandatory mask wearing. I tore that thing off my face faster than Husain Bolt eats chicken nuggets. It was a liberating feeling seeing people's faces again. They were all smiling.
Lory and I perused the few remaining morsels in the window. Donuts. Cinnamon Sugar, Dark Chocolate & Almond, Lemon Zest & Coconut. The co-owner greeted us in a very cheerful demeanour, while smiling, asked us what we would like...
"Four donuts, a coke and a cappucino please. Donuts for dinner, why not right?".
He raised his eyebrows and exclaimed "Wow, you're a lucky??? kid" to Lory while judgementally shaking his head. I love saying things like this to people and catching them offguard (I enjoy watching their reactions). I whispered "Not really, we have spaghetti bolognaise at home for supper." His smile returned as he agreed "Oh I'm also having spaghetti tonight" before trying to upsell me the sourdough pizza bases that were sitting in a rack behind him. I gotta hand it to the guy, his seizing my shitty parenting abilities and trying to turn them into a sale was impressive. I cheerfully declined the offer. The pizza bases didn't look bad at all though. Maybe next time.
I wanted the last peice of cheesecake but the bastard gentleman in the queue ahead of us had grabbed it up. I refrained from mugging him for it, it would have been unlady-like of me. 'Twas tempting though - that cheesecake looked really good. If you find a good bakery, visit it early in the morning or you'll miss out on all the good stuff.
We were content enough with our donuts and drinks and decided to go sit at the beach parking lot to munch 'em. I finished my coffee before we even got there, it was so good. The tide was in so the beach was non existant, but it was still pretty to look at. It was a kinda cool midday, off the cuff excursion and even though they didn't have custard donuts, the ring donuts we bought were up there with some of the best I've had in my life. I think that bakery might be a keeper, next time I'll get us there earlier and see what else they have. Hopefully custard donuts or copenhagens are on the menu, I think that would seal the deal.
Can't trust anyone who doesn't love a good donut. Glad to see you're trustworthy!
Ahoy Kris, nice to hear from you. I agree with your judgement here, donuts are amazing and well loved in our household - it's good to know you're one of us 😁
Hope you are keeping well and the weather is warming up there a bit...have you had your first thaw?
Just enough thaw to tease. It was nearly all melted last week but then a little 2 inch snow last weekend, which melted during the week, and then another inch or so last night that covered the grass and barely the drive. Just a reminder that winter is not quite done with us yet. We do have some sun today which should melt it off and looking forward to getting a nice hike in and maybe some fly time. I'm a sucker for a good apple fritter, filled long john, or sugar covered solid with raspberry filling.
Mother nature not quite committing to summer just yet it seems. We're having some rain here today so we weren't able to do our walk in the nature reserve. I hope you get your hike in and the sunlight stays for a while.
Hmmmm delicious selection. You have good taste for sure!
Evil wears various masks and this night it's you! How dare you post about donuts right before I'm off to bed?! You're incorrigible. And yeah, devilishly devilistic.
Good post though, nice snaps, and Lory is a cute little donut monkey.
Lol Galen, I do feel rather uhhhmmmm... devilish now 😈
Devilish Donuts - good name for a confectioners stand don't you think? You should have had a donut for dessert, although I know you aren't supposed to be eating them. If we're ever in the land down under we'll buy you a 'healthy' one ok?
Lory thought this excursion was the best thing since sliced cheese. It was good fun and hit the sweet spot 😁
Healthy donuts? 🤮
Lol ok fine. Unhealthy donuts it is 😄
The only way.
Hello @andrastia,
Nice photos 🙌 especially the first one:)
I particularly like custard-filled donuts too, more than the Bob Marley ones as Cameron calls them...you know the ones with "Jammin?"🤣...nutty ones are nice too, but without the chocolate for me.
It seems like such a lovely clear day, and it's a nice mum and daughter moment to have donuts:)
Occasionally Cam will pick up a box of 5 donuts from the Co-Op, or Morrisons supermarket, and I share them evenly with two and a half each;)
I hope you'll get the custard ones next time, and I do like Copenhagens too (I get them from Lidl, but they have all different names).
The coffee looks pretty good, and it was probably a great idea to drink it before it went cold.
Lory seems content, as she always does.
Have a nice weekend!
PS.
...it's always a great idea to listen to your body...
Hi Milly
Thanks for the comment, it made me laugh 🤣 Jammin donuts 🤣 Funny lady!
It's nice to know you and I would be happy to sit for a bit, talk sh*t, coffee and custard donut in hand. I think it would be fun.
You share them evenly? I thought it interesting that you made a point of telling me this (I am totally guilty of doing the opposite occasionally, mostly when Lory is asleep lol) ...
I hope you and Cam are well and enjoying your travels. Your adventures always intrigue me.
I just came back to the very two locks that we first did on our own, when we ventured out on the boat for the very first time. It's always sentimental coming back this stretch:)
Yes, I do enjoy sessions of chatting sh*t especially with donuts or muffins.
Haha! Cam has a great ability to eat all snacks and any food that does not require cooking if he stays up later than me🤣
Oh I can totally understand the sentimentality around that, it's like a right of passage I suppose which is cool. You should take a photo every time that you are there and have a photo album for just that lock.
Your last line - Lol 🤣 I was wondering if that could possibly be the case.
I like the idea of taking a photo each time. I missed doing so today:(
Next time 🙂 I think it would be nice if you had photos through the different seasons, could make a wonderful framed picture for one of Badger's walls.
Really nice idea:)
With those yummy pics, you've left me craving doughnuts this morning. I'll have to do something about it, hehe. And don't tell anyone, but I would love to have donuts for dinner sometimes.
Have you and Lory a happy weekend! 😊
Hi Coquicoin
Thanks so much for your message. Good donuts are totally worth making other people have cravings over 😁
I would love to have dinner donuts too, but it's frowned on by society hahahaha.
Have a lovely weekend yourself. How is your son doing now?
Hi Iris!
My son is fine, excited about his graduation in a few months but also a bit anxious about his move to the University. Thank you so much for asking.
Have a lovely Sunday!😊
Hi @andrastia I must say that I am in love with the view, it transmits a lot of serenity. How I would love to visit that place
Donuts and coffee are always a good way to brighten up your day 🙌🏻.
Hi @soysofia
Thanks so much for stopping by to read my post. Knysna is really a stunning area, you would love it, it is green and lush, full of natural spaces and beautiful beaches.
I agree entirely! 😄 You can't be upset while eating a donut, it defies the laws of physics lol.
Nothing tastier and more special than donuts. It takes me back to my childhood years. My dad spoiled us with donuts every week. They are really delicious with a hot coffee in the morning.
Hmmm that sounds like a spectacular plan! Weekend Donuts. It could definitely become a thing in my house 😁
I'm glad you are keeping well. Have a lovely night Lelys.
Donuts are perfect for dinner! Before becoming a carnivore, donuts were held in a very sacred spot in my soul....lololol and honestly about the only thing I get a craving for every now and then is warm fresh-baked pastry.
They are confection perfection aren't they? You should still be able to spoil yourself every now and again with one!
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