The oversized doughnuts at these long-running shops can read more as dessert than breakfast (the best of the bunch: the crackly-topped creme brûlée). In the mood for something savory? The rest of the ...

Homemade doughnuts without all of the faff! This simple recipe uses a clever kitchen hack to give you golden, sweet doughnuts in no time. Heat the oil in a deep-fat fryer to 170C (see tip below).