Dahntahn Donuts Interview Questions

Food trucks have recently surged in popularity. How did you come up with the specific idea of a donut truck?

Once decided on the food truck concept we started looking at what types of food trucks already existed in the Pittsburgh market. We noticed that while there were come dessert trucks, which is what donuts could be considered, there were really no morning trucks! So we asked ourselves what quick fresh breakfast item people love and could quickly grab and share with friends and coworkers, and that’s donuts of course! 

Your website mentions monthly specials. Can you give us any details as to what those monthly specials look like?

We are always thinking of new and exciting ideas for our monthly special. We have had raspberry tart which was a great donut with graham cracker crumbles and raspberry drizzle. Currently we have a delicious blueberry lemonade while we try to channel a summer vibe! It’s a light, refreshing lemon icing with crumbles of blueberry pop tarts on top!  It’s refreshing with both tart and sweetness! 

The Dahntahn Donuts menu is full of specialty donuts like s’more, pb&j, and maple bacon. Where do you get the inspiration for your unique donut recipes?

We spend time just kind of trying new things when working on the truck. We also wander isles at the grocery store and think “what would be good on a donut?!” Of course, we always are also open to suggestions, look at classic favorites, and check out donut shops when traveling for work or vacation! We love talking with other shops. 

All of your donuts are made-to-order. Do you actually make the donuts in the trucks from start to finish, or do you simply top them on the spot for customers?

Everything is made start to finish FRESH on the truck every day. We get to an event about one hour before window up. The batter is mixed fresh and then placed into the fryer hopper. Each donut comes off the line and then is topped right on the truck! Donuts are finished with toppings as they are ordered. Lots of times the donuts are so fresh we have to warn customers to be careful as the donut itself is still very warm! 

Does it ever become difficult to make donuts in the confines of a truck?

Space wise, not really. Where we struggled originally, though, was making sure we were level! The donut fryer needs to be almost perfectly level so a leveling system was something we had to figure out and fast! 

What exactly is your donut sundae?

One delicious mess of six donuts! Our donut sundae can almost be topped to match any premium donut. The donut sundae is a boat filled with six fresh donuts and smothered in delicious toppings! This is great to split with friends or family especially at events or festivals! We recommend forks and napkins for this one!! 

Your website says you like to serve customers in “fast, simple, and convenient locations.” Where can customers most often find Dahntahn Donuts on a daily basis?

Dahntahn Donuts can be found all over Downtown, Oakland, North Hills, and South Hills. Several days a week we are specifically requested and booked outside of complexes or buildings around the Pittsburgh area. Businesses and complexes book us often to come set up outside their locations. We are always open to working with and talking with new potential locations. You can track our location on an awesome app called Mobile Nom that shows you where trucks are and when they are open for the day and upcoming days. 

What types of events do you most often cater?

We have done bridal and baby showers, weddings, birthdays, family picnics, and Corporate events so far! Anything you might need donuts for, we are glad to work with you and come up with the right fit!

Do you have anything else you would like to add?

Come find us! Check out our social media pages, give us a like, and see what’s new. We love meeting Pittsburghers and people just visiting the city. We also are constantly announcing specials and flavors on social media so give us a follow on Instagram @DahntahnDonuts or find us on Facebook! 

Rachael Bindas is a freelance writer and editor from Pittsburgh, PA. She focuses mainly on fiction, yet still harbors a deep love for poetry. She is the author of the Children's book, Before the Sun Wakes Up. Her work has been featured in Totally Allure, Moledro Magazine, Aeons, The Curious Element Magazine and The Holiday Cafe.