![]() The walk then went classic touristy with a pass past the Olympic Cauldron and Canada Place. I liked the Strawberry Rhubarb berliner as the less sweeter of the two, and for its sugar coated crunchy crust. A heavy yeast donut stuffed with tangy and sweet fruit filling. The group was a fan of their Mango Passionfruit Bismarck. ![]() As this was the summer season we see more fruit and floral flavours. The donuts we had here spoke to Lucky’s rotating seasonal offerings. This was in Vancouver’s downtown business core, where visitors could watch their donuts being made in house. Each of their locations are tailored to the neighborhood that it resides in. Our second donut stop was the cafe named after the 49th Parallel and their donuts by Lucky’s. Including the famous Fairmont Vancouver hotel borne out of the depression area. We also stopped at historic landmarks and were given the run down on their prestigious rise to fame. And even one that has since been converted into a bed and breakfast. And a creamy dulce de leche, which I preferred for its toffee crunch topping.įrom here we travelled through the residential area of downtown Vancouver, pausing at historic houses built in 1900’s, one with their original windows and wood. A Hazelnut filled with a thick glop of Nutella spread. Here, we enjoyed their spongy yeast doughnuts. With so many locations opened up, they have since become a hot spot for students to congregate and study at. A backpack, which I suggest you wear, along with proper walking shoes, and anything else you need to be out in the elements on the day.Īt Breka we learned that they were originally a German bakery and have kept many of their recipes. Keeping things light I would only take a bite of each and save the rest for later in my backpack. ![]() One speaks to the stop, the other presents the box of donuts to the group, along with napkins, and paper sleeves to pack any leftovers with. The number of donuts are preordered, picked up, and paid for by either of your hosts. You are directed to take in each donut stop shop, but don’t actually go in. Trust me, linger around and they will find you. It is underground so there is nothing marking the start of it or who runs it. The Underground Donut Tour begins at Breka Bakery’s Bute location. Or the to ruin the overall experience for those who decide to play tourists to their own city, but with treats every 30 minutes. I won’t be going into much more detail of what we saw and what we had, as to not reveal too many of the details of the tour. Although with all this walking you can burn off all the donuts and their calories, that you do eat and finish right away. They want to make sure you have a good time and cater to your needs while you are travelling with them.Īnd don’t worry if you can’t finish 6.5 doughnuts, they do encourage you to take them home. They often check-in, gage interest, and offer to help take photos. Although the pace is leisurely and the ladies are very accommodating. ![]() The tour is also a good way to get in some exercise. And that the most expensive donut comes out of LA gilding in gold leaf this one ring retails for $100 each. ![]() Like how donuts used to be considered the layman’s snack, due to its inexpensive cost to make. I did appreciated their fun facts on donuts. Much like the family of three from the Netherlands, who we were walking with today. This includes points of interest, historical buildings, tourist attractions, and landmarks.Īs a resident, even I learned something new, but this one is definitely more ideal for those not local to the city. A 3km casual stroll that not only speaks to their favourite donuts, but gives you a history lesson of the city they now call home. They have chosen the respective donut stops to make, and have plotted out the route to take to us there. A collection of tidbits and factoids that they figure others would want to know as well. So much so that they have done their research for this tour, which requires learning, memorizing, and retaining much of Vancouver’s history. It is hosted by two local women, originally from San Francisco, who have since moved to Vancouver and have fallen in love with the city. I figured it would be like a pub crawl, but instead of drinks you get to try a curated assortment of donuts, as recommended to you by the pastry experts. As soon as it was announced that Vancouver was getting a donut tour, I wanted in. ![]()
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