Doughnuts evoke many fond memories, yet they also bear conflicting messages about today’s consumer culture: beloved comfort food for many, the devil’s fare for others. Heather Hunwick’s Doughnut takes the reader on a fascinating journey from prehistory through the ancient world and medieval Europe and into the New World, where it follows the food’s evolution from open hearth to today’s branded favourites and delectable artisanal creations. Meticulously researched, full of intriguing perspectives on its social impacts and complemented by appealing recipes, this is a must-read for lovers of food history everywhere.