Sidecar Doughnuts, a specialty doughnut store in Costa Mesa, opened its doors this month to the delight of Orange County doughnut aficionados everywhere.
First off, I love that they use the spelling of doughnut vs. donut, which after a quick Google search, is in fact the grammatically correct spelling. Who knew? I guess they did, and the spelling was only the first of many things they got right with their new business!
Dare I say, they really did score a hole in one. Sorry, couldn’t help it.
I was invited to a media sneak peek before it opened to the public and was able to meet the owners and find out more about their offerings.
We were also given this sampler plate of doughnuts along with a freshly brewed Stumptown latte. By the way, Sidecar is the only location in Orange County where you will find Stumptown coffee. AAAAMMMAAZING!
Now I am going to be honest: typically I eat a donut about once a year at a garage sale ~ a decision I usually end up regretting after when I get that “blah” feeling.
Not so with these yummy confections!
Sidecar Doughnuts is revolutionizing the doughnut world with doughnuts made from real ingredients. We are talking doughnuts made fresh from scratch on the hour, using the finest ingredients and no preservatives.
Their speciality doughnuts include real yeast-raised, cake, and buttermilk varieties dressed up with fun extras to make unique flavors like Maple Bacon or Birthday Cake. Think your kiddo might like that one? You guessed right.
It was love at first taste for me. You can really taste the difference. My favorite? Maple Bacon hands down. It was an entire breakfast experience in one bite.
Gluten-free Fridays! Avoiding gluten these days? Every Friday you will find gluten-free doughnuts; and even vegan options from time to time. Follow Sidecar Doughnuts on Facebook to find out when.
They are pricer than your typical donut, but worth the upgrade for the fresh ingredients and hip location. Plus, where else would you find a fresh, hot doughnut topped with crispy bacon?
[Disclosure: I was provided scrumptious bites and a latte complimentary; along with a doughnut box filled with some goodies. Glad they spotted me on the corner with my sign, “Will work for doughnuts.’]
And I was told one of their doughnuts has less calories than a bagel + cream cheese. SOLD!
As if I already didn’t have enough reasons to gobble them up!!!
I’ve been following sidecar on fb. I’m so excited their shop is now open; I can’t wait to try them!
You will LOVE LOVE LOVE them! Report back on your favorite flavor!