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Though initially sceptical, Mr Hornigold, who has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants and founded Longboys Doughnuts, quickly developed a close relationship with his mother.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2025

I’m obsessed with Sidecar Doughnuts, but that’s not really a nighttime thing so it’ll probably be Go Greek.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2024

Doughnuts are also distinct from spheres, so a hairy doughnut—an unappetizing image, no doubt—can be combed smoothly.

From Scientific American • Aug. 18, 2023

Doughnuts: The market has been saturated and competitive for decades, but new doughnut shops keep coming to Los Angeles.

From New York Times • Apr. 25, 2023

The line at Voodoo Doughnuts that wraps around the block.

From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson