"When I’m in Santa Barbara I try to visit Kin Bakeshop, about 10 minutes north of downtown, as early as possible because the mochi and brioche doughnuts tend to sell out. Current flavors include raspberry yuzu, a caramelized brown sugar maple with dark chocolate curls, and Thai tea Oreo mochi doughnuts, and the signature sweet potato brûlée brioche doughnut is stunning to look at. Owners Tommy Chang and Will Chen grew Kin from a pop-up into the sleek minimalist shop in 2023; check Kin’s Instagram for weekly flavors, but always order the creamy, strong iced Einspänner coffee." - Eater Staff