We're both big fans of Dunkin' Donuts- from the Coffee and tea to the breakfast sandwiches (which we enjoy for a light dinner). Recently, Dunkin' Donuts published a story and pictures of UNIQUE donuts made in other countries where Dunkin' has stores (I didn't know this, and think it's cool). Some of them sound great, while others (one with fish on it) make me cringe! Anyway, it's fascinating what other countries do to donuts. Enjoy! Rob
Here’s A Dozen Dunkin’ Donut WonDDers From DDs Around the World
By Rick Golden, Manager of Donut Excellence
To
honor and celebrate this “day of dozens,” Dunkin’ Donuts is putting a
spotlight on unique donuts available in its restaurants across the
globe. With locations in 32 countries, such as Korea, India, Russia,
and Germany, local flavors and tastes provide an opportunity to create a
variety of delicious donuts for our guests to enjoy.
"Donuts
are a brilliant canvas for innovation,” said Stan Frankenthaler,
Executive Chef and Vice President of Global Product Innovation at
Dunkin’ Brands. “There's something truly artistic about mixing and
matching different combinations of donut shapes, fillings, frostings,
and decorations to create excitement and appeal to unique audiences
around the world."
In celebration of 12.12.12, here are a dozen of our favorite Dunkin’ Donut WonDDers from around the world:
Boston Kreme Donut, United States
While
this donut has truly gone global, it’s originally from the United
States and continues to be one of our most popular donuts. Fun Fact: In
2007 the Boston Kreme was named the Official Donut of the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts!
The
Chicha donut in Peru is topped with a purple corn juice icing – a local
flavor that you’ll also find in Coolatta® beverages! The donut was
created as part of a “Patriot Dozen” donut series to celebrate Peru’s
Independence Day. Other donuts in the series include designs and flavors
inspired by local hobbies, food, and Peruvian history.
Dates Donut, Saudi Arabia
Another
interesting example of how Dunkin’ Donuts customizes its donuts to
appeal to local taste preferences can be found in the Middle East, where
guests enjoy donuts with the flavors of rose, pistachio, dates, and
more. The above Dates Donut features either chocolate or white icing and
is topped with a date syrup drizzle.
Dried Bonito Donut, China
For
those craving a more savory treat, Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants in China
feature donuts with flavors such as pork, seaweed, and fish. The Dried
Bonito Donut, pictured here, is topped with dried bonito fish and a
sweet teriyaki sauce glaze.
Dunkin’ Deluxe Donuts, Germany
True
to their name, Dunkin’ Deluxe Donuts are oversized glazed donuts shaped
like a flower with decorative icing and a fruit-filled center. These
donuts come in a number of berry flavor varieties.
Fruity Paradise Donut, Thailand
One
bite of this sweet treat from Thailand will transport you into donut
paradise! The Fruity Paradise Donut features a glazed donut with whipped
cream, toasted almonds, pineapple, kiwi and cherry.
Moscow Wink and Emoticon-Inspired donuts, Russia
Instead
of sending an emoticon in an email, or text, Dunkin’ Donuts guests in
Russia can share their winks and smiles with one another in person with
these colorful donuts. All feature playful names related to their
facial expressions, like the Moscow Wink!
Pineapple and Cream Cheese Sandwich Donut, Korea
A
donut that DDoubles as a sandwich? In Korea, this sandwich is a sweet
treat featuring fresh pineapple and soft cream cheese on a thin, long
stick donut.
Pinwheelnut, Cheese Topping and Black Cheese Topping Donuts, Indonesia
Talk
about a triple threat! In Indonesia, you can be the “big cheese” by
trying the Cheese Topping Donut or Black Cheese Topping Donut. For those
with a sweet tooth, Indonesia also offers a Pinwheelnut Donut.
Saffron Pistachio Melody, India
While
saffron may be more commonly associated with savory dishes like paella
and rice, you might not know that it is also delicious when used in
baked goods. In India, Dunkin’ Donuts guests enjoy this savory, bright
yellow hued spice in a Saffron Pistachio Melody Donut, featuring an
icing infused with freshly extracted saffron water and topped with
pistachio nut pieces.
Have you ever travelled to a Dunkin’ Donuts internationally? Which of these 12 WonDDers would you like to try?
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