Smile #71 - Donut Want One?

Knocking down my Charlotte To-Eat-list, two at a time.  :) 

Everyone has guilty pleasure.  Mine happens to be watching Donut Showdown.  :)  A show that challenges donut masters to create the best donuts using their creativity and skills.  Be warned:  Don't watch if you are hungry!

Recently I found out about Joe's Dough.  This pop-up shop is in business bi-weekly at the Daily Press.  His donuts are usually sold out within the first hour.  9:30 am on a Saturday morning .... not exactly a reachable goal for me.  

For the first time, Joe hosted a special donuts ice cream event in the afternoon.  This is my chance to try the donuts! 

Long anticipated Maple Glazed Donut w/ Bourbon Ice Cream & Bacon!!  :)  

Strolling through Noda, a popular art district in Charlotte, we stumbled across Jack Beagles.  Why not knock two birds with one stone.  :)  

The laid back pub has some great quick bite options.  

The mac-and-cheese was quickly diminished by us three!  :) 

My meal:  Blue Bayou Burger

Bubble's order:  Philly Cheesesteak

Satisfied both my sweet tooth and hunger in one trip to Noda.  :)