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Design your Dream Doughnut Finalists Selected!

It was extremely difficult but we somehow managed to select three finalists for our "Design your Dream Doughnut" contest! We were so excited to see so much creativity and attention to detail in your submissions! FROST fans rock!

Because we could only select three finalists, here's some of the criteria we used to make our picks:

• Likeability  We chose flavors we thought would have broad appeal.
• Feasability  We have to be able to create the doughnut in a high-production kitchen, and the cost of ingredients must be realistic.
  
• Novel  We only selected flavors that were not on our existing list for future development, or were too similar.

Nearly every entry we received made our mouths water, but these three finalists met all of our criteria - and we think you'll love them. So without further adieu, here they are:

Jennifer Byass-Rascoe
"Aloha Fritter - Take all the ingredients that are in pineapple upside-down cake: pineapples, cherries, and brown sugar and make it into a yummy fritter!"

There were numerous delicious suggestions for pineapple upside-down cake inspired doughnuts. This one in particular sounded delicious in the form of a fritter!

Michael Kluck
"Tin Roof Sundae - Do you like Tin Roof Sundaes? This creation stars a delicious vanilla cake doughnut with chocolate frosting topped with salty red-skin Spanish peanuts and completed with a caramel drizzle."

We loved the Spanish peanut element of this suggestion. The salty/sweet combination sounds uniquely irresistible!

Alana Nawaa
"Almond Joy Bismarck - A regular Bismarck doughnut with coconut cream filling, chocolate frosting, and topped with coconut and almond pieces."

With so many requests for coconut varieties (and many entries similar to this one), we went with Alana's entry that was simple and would taste close to it's namesake.

Stop in tomorrow during our National Doughnut Day event from 5pm-Closing and sample these three new flavors and vote for your favorite! The winner's flavor will be featured in the lineup at FROST and they will win a $100 FROST Gift Card!

Tomorrow we'll also be giving "Honorable Mentions" for some of the most unique, wacky, and elaborate submissions we received!

See you tomorrow!

National Doughnut Day: June 4

Join FROST and MOViN 92.5fm on June 4th for NATIONAL DOUGHNUT DAY! Here's what's in store:  

• Join the "Design your Dream Doughnut" contest and you could win a $100.00 FROST Gift Card! ENTER HERE
• Taste the TOP 3 doughnuts designed by FROST customers and VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE!
• Enter our FIRST ANNUAL FROST DOUGHNUT EATING CONTEST and win $100.00 FROST GIFT CARD! DETAILS
• Popular local radio station MOViN 92.5fm will be at the FROST from 5-7pm with a radio remote and will be giving away fun prizes!
• Fun starts at 5:00pm! COME JOIN US!

ENTER THE DESIGN YOUR DREAM DOUGHNUT CONTEST TODAY!

All entries must be received by Wednesday, June 2, 11:59am.

DOUGHNUT EATING CONTEST DETAILS

All entrants must be 18 or over. Entrants under 14-17 may participate with parental permission. You must register to enter at the shop by 5:00pm. Contest will occur between 5:30-6pm. Winner will be chosen by FROST at it's sole discretion and results will be deemed final. Entry into and participation in eating contest is at your own risk. FROST Doughnuts, Frostology LLC, or it's affiliates shall be held harmless in the event of any injury or other adverse effect caused by participation in the contest. Please visit the store for more details or questions.

425 Magazine: Frostology Defined

A new business was moving into the Mill Creek Town Center. But tarp curtains obstructed the view of what was brewing behind the large-paned windows. The only clue was a single newly invented word — “Frostology.”

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Gastronomy Blog: Dear God, Please bring FROST Doughnuts to Los Angeles

 

"The doughnut that made me close my eyes and tilt my head in utter bliss was none other than the Smokey Bacon Maple Bar..."

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Tom Douglas Blog: The Suburbs Strike Back

 by Tom Cole, Etta's

Those of us commuters exiled to the suburbs often take heat from our city folk friends about how we dwell in a culinary wasteland.  And while dining density may be lagging, you cannot knock us about boring doughnuts.  Not anymore.

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Cakespy: Warm Feelings for FROST Doughnuts

 Doughnut purists may argue that doughnuts aren't meant to be gourmet, but they have probably never tasted a fancy Wedding Cake or Red Velvet Cake doughnut from Frost.

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Seattle Weekly: FROST a favorite at Seattle Food & Wine Experience

 The first thing I ate Sunday was a maple bacon bar from FROST doughnuts. I'd like to brag that I drove all the way to Mill Creek to satisfy some sort of sugary pork craving, but I was fortunate enough to score a free ticket to Sunday's Seattle Food and Wine Experience...

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photo: Julien Perry 

FROST in Sunset Magazine: Editor's Picks

 FROST has been featured in the March 2010 issue of Sunset Magazine!

The "Northwest Editor's picks" section features some of the region's best. not-to-be-missed destinations.

Featured is FROST's Smokey Bacon Maple Bar. "The quarter-pound best seller is possibly the first doughnut popular enough to generate a reservation system", says writer Jess Thompson, "call ahead and ask a staffer to set a few aside; they sell out early".

Sunset Magazine is available at newsstands everywhere.

Join FROST for "Have a Heart" at Mill Creek Town Center

Join participating merchants of the Mill Creek Town Center as we give back to our favorite charities during our 1st Annual "Have a Heart" campaign!

Each participating retailer will be featuring it's own offer that will benefit their chosen charity. At FROST Doughnuts, when you purchase our upcoming "Lulu Valentine Rum Cake" doughnut, 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Lifelong AIDS Alliance here in Seattle.

"As always, we wanted to choose a local charity that directly benefits Washington residents in need. Lifelong AIDS alliance is not only committed to preventing the spread of AIDS, but they provide practical support services to local residents living with HIV and AIDS", said Daniel Sterling, FROST founder. "I have always been impressed with the positive impact Lifelong has made in the region."

The "Have a Heart" campaign officially begins February 5th through the 14th. You can pick up the Have a Heart 2010 Giving Guide at these participating Mill Creek Town Center retailers:

Paddywack, FROST Doughnuts, Artis Photography, Boston's Pizza, Color Me Mine, Eye Society, Lil Lads n' Lasses, Nest Home & Gifts, Lady D's Garden of Lavender, Musings Artist Inspired, CLIX Portrait Studio, Firestation Deli, Active Martial Arts, Opal, Belle Provence, and Blazing Onion.

FROST: Valentine’s Day Doughnut Creations 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Mill Creek, WA January 19, 2010

FROST Doughnuts in Mill Creek Town Center announced their Valentine holiday flavor line-up today.  “With the celebration just around the corner, we will be offering an array of new FROST Doughnut creations," explain FROST co-owners Del Hernandez and Daniel Sterling, the master-minds behind the inspired FROST Doughnut flavor profiles.

We are also introducing the new Frostini Duets package: eight Frostini (FROST's version of the classic "doughnut hole") paired with a coordinating dipping sauce in a grab-and-go container.” At launch, flavors to be offered are: (More flavor pairings will follow):

            Cherry Cordial Duet
            Cherry Bomb Frostini with rich, dark chocolate
            Lemon & Blueberry Duet
            Blueberry Bliss Frostini with bright, refreshing lemon
            Chocolate Raspberry Duet
            Chocolate Frostini with our luscious raspberry (shown below)

 

FROST Valentine Holiday Flavors:
Note: We will also have a variety of sprinkle varieties featuring hearts and valentine colors for the week leading up to Valentine's Day. We will also be featuring HEART SHAPED BISMARCKS in our traditional flavors.

Lulu Valentine's Pecan Rum Cake
Named after Daniel's mom who's birthday is the day before Valentine's Day (and her middle name is "Valentine"), this special vanilla cake doughnut is laced with top-shelf rum, delicately glazed and topped with pecans. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of the Lulu Valentine between Feb. 5 and Feb 14 will be donated to Seattle's Lifelong AIDS Alliance.

Strawberry Shortcake Bismarck
Strawberries are layered between two Bismarck halves, nestled among fluffy vanilla crème.

Join FROST at the Seattle Food & Wine Experience

Join FROST and many of Seattle's most celebrated restaurants at the 2010 Seattle Food & Wine Experience! We will be serving miniature "taster" varieties of our most popular flavors, and pairing them with wines from around the Pacific Northwest.

Along with FROST, some of the attendees include: Andaluca, Artisanal Brasserie, Earth & Ocean, The Hunt Club, Pearl, Ray's Boathouse, Salty's on Alki, Ruth's Chris Steak House...and many more along with wines from 10 countries!

This will be a fantastic event for food & wine lovers! To learn more, visit the event's website at:
http://seattlefoodandwineexperience.com/

You can purchase tickets for the event here: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/76445

FROST Launches All New Website: frostology.com

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

We are excited to announce the launch of the all-new frostology.com! The new FROST Doughnuts website is loaded with great features, such as a Daily Flavor Calendar and a fully browse-able Flavor Menu!

http://www.frostology.com

FROST hits 3,000 Facebook Fans

FROST Doughnuts in the Mill Creek Town Center hit 3,000 Facebook Fans today, awarding the 3,000th fan a $50.00 gift card.

"We are extremely excited about our continued growth in Social Networking", said owner Daniel Sterling, "The enthusiasm for FROST continues to exceed our expectations".

HeraldNet: Frost takes doughnuts to new heights...

HeraldNet: Frost takes doughnuts to new heights of flavor, and price

It was like a real-life commercial for Frost Doughnuts.

We were sitting around with friends at a holiday party when the topic of the Mill Creek bakery came up. Its exotic flavors. Its great taste.. [more]

Seattle Magazine: Most creative doughnuts worth the drive

Seattle Magazine "Best of 2009"

FROST Doughnuts: Most creative doughnuts worth the drive

How far would you go for a maple bar adorned with pieces of real bacon? Or a peanut butter and jelly doughnut? We’d head north to Mill Creek for Frost Doughnuts (Mill Creek, 15421 Main St.; 425.379.2600), and we’d also pick up a couple of banana-split fritters while we’re there.

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FROST featured on KING 5 Evening Magazine

This evening FROST was featured on KING5's Evening Magazine program.

"Our Holiday Doughnut Delight Tower was featured then quickly dismantled and eaten by the crew", said Paul Goetz, one of the owners of FROST. "They certainly enjoyed it and it inspired a flurry of Twitter messages by hosts and crew shortly after", added Daniel Sterling, one of FROST's other owners.

FROST featured at Sur la Table at the Bravern

Today, two of the owners of FROST gave a demonstration of their Holiday Doughnut Delight tower at the Bravern's Sur la Table in downtown Bellevue.

"It was one of our most well-attended demonstration events here at the store", said store director Susie Hino.

The event touched-off a holiday of pre-orders for FROST.

FROST in Seattle Metropolitan Magazine

"This fall, Frost is tempting us with pumpkin walnut fritters, lemon Bismarks, and candy cane-spiked cake. If you follow them on Twitter, you’ll get the digital equivalent of a fresh and sticky sweet sheet bright and early each morning."

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FROST Doughnuts…doughnuts evolved TM Holiday Flavors

FROST Doughnut Delight Towers available to order

 

 
Autumn Pumpkin Spice   Photos: Daniel Sterling

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Mill Creek, WA November 10, 2009

FROST Doughnuts in Mill Creek Town Center, announces the introduction of holiday flavors to their ever evolving flavor line-up. “With the arrival of cooler weather we are developing seasonal flavors that are delicious and fun! We also produce custom FROST Doughnut Delight Towers, with special fondant cloaked doughnuts and fresh flowers” says Del Hernandez Managing Partner Culinary Director for FROST Doughnuts. Autumn Pumpkin Spice will be re-imagined: taking the moist, fresh pumpkin spice cake and topping it with our luscious Cream Cheese Frosting. Examples of other flavors available shortly after Thanksgiving (Follow us on Facebook for daily flavor selections):

Holiday Eggnog   Pumpkin Cheesecake

Snowy Peppermint Bark     Grandma's Gingerbread

Apple-Cranberry & White Chocolate Fritter

To order FROST Doughnut Delight Towers call the FROST Doughnut shop (425-379-2600) and speak to Del Hernandez about designing your custom doughnut tower, perfect for wedding rehearsal dinners, anniversaries, birthdays office functions or holiday gatherings: one tower holds 33 FROST Doughnuts and color coordinated fresh flowers.   

    

Seattle Weekly: First Taste: Frost Doughnuts...

"First Taste: Frost Doughnuts and the Dubiously Famous Maple-Bacon Bar"

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