Mmmmm Donuts

Nevermind the obligatory Homer Simpson reference, 2012 is the year of the donut. You can quote me on that.

Leading the trend is Cartems Donuterie, a new pop up shop nestled in the corner of the Pennsylvania Hotel on Carrall and Hastings. Sourcing from local vendors, these little toroidal rings of deliciousness are as innovative as donuts can get. Try the Sweet Heat , an intriguing combination of sugar and spice, or their alternative to the muffin, The Breakfast Donut, a healthier take with whole wheat, organic figs, flax, and honey. On a vegan diet? No worries, opt for the very chocolatey No Animals? No Problem! donut. Anya Georgijevic

$2.50/each or $30/dozen atCartems Donuterie, 408 Carrall St., Vancouver, 604-671-6015, www.cartems.com