Thanks for the Love Food Network

Mojo Monkey was chosen as Minnesota's best for Food Network's 50 States of Donuts

Let us preface this blog post by saying, we aren't in the donut industry to collect accolades or recognition.  We ARE in the donut industry to try new things, mix unique flavors and create those smiles on the kids' (and adults') faces when they bite into something delicious.

That being said, we aren't afraid to brag a little bit when we are recognized for our hard work.  (We know, it's not like us as Minnesotans to brag).  

Recently, it was brought to our attention that a little outfit out of New York City, called the Food Network, which also has some offices in Atlanta, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Detroit, Jersey City, Cincinnati, and Knoxville, Tennessee had named us to their best donuts (they spell it doughnuts) in America list.  

This was humbling recognition and made us blush a little bit.  As just a little shop on West 7th, we aren't accustomed to national recognition.

If you don't have time to click through and find us, we'll save you a little time with their write up here:

"Mango-Glazed Doughnut at Mojo Monkey Donuts: Minnesota
The exotic flavors of this mango-glazed doughnut are one example of Owner Lisa Clark’s mission to make amazing raised doughnuts (assisted by her pastry-enthused children). Mojo Monkey Donuts’ signature yeast dough (crafted with locally brewed beer, yams and parsnips) is made into a ring, then topped with organic mango glaze and unsweetened coconut for a tropically inspired treat."

If you do want to page through the list we're page 32 and surrounded by some pretty incredible looking donut shops from across the country.

Thanks for allowing us to brag a little bit.  And thanks for your support of Mojo Monkey Donuts.

Best Breakfast: Thank You Local Media

Rick Nelson of the StarTribune made a list of the top twenty spots for a great breakfast in the Twin Cities. Mojo Monkey Donuts is happy to be part of the list! Thank you Rick! We encourage you to try them all (many are favs of ours too; others are now on our list of must-visits!)

Here's what the article says about Mojo, "And hot from the fryer, it’s the ethereal raised doughnuts at Mojo Monkey Donuts, carefully glazed with mango and honey and generously sprinkled with crunchy dried coconut. Owner Lisa Clark charges $2.49 per, and they’re worth every penny."

Read the whole article here.

Lisa Clark Wins Emerging Business Owner of the Year!

In very exciting news, Mojo Monkey Donuts owner, Lisa Clark, is the 2013 winner of the Emerging Woman Business Owner of the Year Award. This is a huge honor!

Lisa joins the ranks of winning business owners like Kim Bennett of American Family Insurance, Stacey Stratton of True Talent Group and Fitness Star, Stacie Clark, of Tiger Athletics.

Mojo Monkey fans will love learning a little of the history behind Mojo Monkey Donuts and about Lisa's passion for pastries. Read the article here.

And join us in giving a big round of applause to Lisa!

Exciting News Coming!

Lisa Clark, Mojo Monkey Donuts founder, will be interviewed on KSTP tomorrow at 6:10 and 8:10 in the morning! Why? Tune in to find out!

City Pages Names This Donut One of the Best!

Mojo Monkey's Maple Bacon Bar is now officially award-winning! Check out our top spot on City Page's Top 10 Donuts in the Twin Cities list.

"Think of the bar as a portable pancake feast," says the Hot Dish (and we especially love this part...), "but more pillowy and more sinful." We agree that it's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.

Did you know this bar is now even better? Introducing the Beer Battered Bacon Bar: Same great maple and bacon flavor but now with an extra bonus from Summit Brewing. Try one today!

Both Minneapolis and St. Paul have some great donuts, and we're proud to be part of the best of the best. Thanks, City Pages!

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Mojo Monkey on The Cooking Channel!

Did you catch Mojo Monkey in the limelight on TV? We had a fun appearance on Unique Sweets on The Cooking Channel. The episode airs a few more times—check out show times here.

Mojo Monkey Donuts on YouTube

Check out this blog and video about Mojo Monkey Donuts!

Excerpt from blog:
"I don’t normally go for the raised donuts, but I’m glad I did get the vanilla creme bismarck. The raised dough had good yeasty flavor, which surprised me. It tastes like a bakery smells, if that makes sense. The creme filling is also outstanding—smooth and with just enough body so it doesn’t drip and also not full of air like a whipped cream."

Thanks Raun! Visit his blog for the full review!

Mojo Monkey Makes Best Breakfast in the Twin Cities

Thank you to Metro Magazine for putting Mojo Monkey Donuts as number one in the Twin Cities for the most important meal of the day! (Not to mention putting our delicious donuts on the front cover...) Visit their website or your local grocer to check us out in the January issue.



Click for Metro Magazine's January issue. >>

Minnesota Monthly

Thank you Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl of Minnesota Monthly for naming us the “belle of the ball” of Twin Cities donuts in the January issue!

Make sure to pick up the January issue for the full review!

Pioneer Press

Kathie Jenkins included our powdered donuts in her Top Ten Dishes of 2011—sweet!

Check out Kathie's Top Ten on Pioneer Press. >> 

Blog Review: Streets of Saint Paul

Thanks Streets of Saint Paul blog for adding Mojo Monkey Donuts to the long line history and events of the great city!

Read Streets of Saint Paul. >> 

Blog Review: Cooking with Gas and Glass

Thank you Cooking with Gas and Glass for your fabulous descriptions about our donuts.

Read them here. >> 

Metro Mag

Morgan Halaska of Metro Mag gives the low-down on where to find great donuts in the Twin Cities (we made the list!).

Check out the donut guide. >> 

Blog Review: Ruby Shoes

Special thanks to Anne-Marie for her feedback and incredible photography in her blog Ruby Shoes.

Read the Ruby Shoes review. >> 

Star Tribune

Rick Nelson from the Star Tribune wears his Eau de Donut with honor.

Read his review. >> 

City Pages

Thank you Joy Summers for your savory words in City Pages!

Read it here. >>

Metromix

Special thanks to Erica Rivera for the sweet review (and great photos!).

Check it out. >> 

Mpls.St. Paul Magazine

Calling all foodies: read the latest Foodie newsletter from Mpls.St.Paul Magazine—it’s got a sweet treat this issue (hint: it’s us!).

Read it online. >> 

Twin Cities Live

We’re on TV! Check out Stephanie March, from The Weekly Dish, dish about our delicious goodies with John and Elizabeth.

Minnesota Monthly

Thanks for being one of our first visitors (and reviewers!) Dara at Minnesota Monthly!

Read the review. >>