A beloved UK doughnut company is currently on the hunt for people to test its sweet and sugar-laden fried creations.
The perfect side hustle for Yorkshire folk with a sweet tooth, Project D's 'doughnut tester' role sounds like the job of a lifetime to us.
The company might be based in the Midlands, but they're after recruits from across the country - so if you think you love doughnuts as much as Homer Simpson, this is your chance to show off a lifetime's worth of knowledge.
First founded back in 2018, today the company is one of the UK's biggest doughnut makers and distributors - delivering their goods all over the country.
Now, it seems like they could use your help.
“We are on the lookout for doughnut testers to provide comprehensive feedback to help us stay at the top with our doughnut creations,” Project D said on its website.
Successful applicants will be gifted with a box of different doughnuts once a week for an entire month at no cost to them, but they must provide feedback based on the quality, selection, taste, and toppings.
Recent creations by the bakery include Lotus Biscoff doughnuts, red and glittery Boston Creme doughnuts, Jammy Dodger doughnuts, and a collaboration with BN biscuits.
'Luck of the Irish' four-leaf clover doughnuts were recently created for St Patrick's Day. / Image: Project D
Project D said in a post to its social media pages: “No experience is necessary, but we are looking for people with a passion for doughnuts, the taste buds to distinguish between even the slightest flavour changes, and an eagerness to try new products.
“We know this role sounds like something out of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, but we are genuinely looking for some creative individuals who can help Project D progress to the next level.
Image: Project D InstagramThe company needs you to help it “stay at the top with our doughnut creations” / Credit: Project D (via Instagram)
“We know our doughnuts are second to none and we get fantastic feedback from customers, but having additional taste testers will just help us to perfect our product.
“We can’t wait to start working with successful candidates.”
Fancy it then? Why wouldn’t you?
All you need to do is head on over to the Project D website, fill out and submit an application form, and then a member of the ‘Dream Team’ will be in touch if your application is successful.
She's big, she's green and she's ready to ruin your figure.
A lot of you will have seen the viral ‘Bertha’ cake by Leeds born beloved sweet treat specialists Get Baked.
They recently opened another site in Manchester's Northern Quarter, where queues literally formed round the block of hungry punters wanting to get their hands on the infamous sugary treats.
And now it's going to happen all over again, as they've recently unveiled their newest flavour which is sure to go down a storm.
We’ll give you a hint: it’s a current food and drink trend that’s about as big as Bertha herself – it’s not matcha, it’s not hot honey (duh), and it’s not Guinness…
Images: Get Baked
Yes—scratch that; HELL YES!Get Baked is set to welcome Bertha’s equally beautiful twin sister, and she’s officially a pistachio girlie.
Having started out life simply as ‘Bruce’, after taking inspiration from the iconic scene from Matilda, this thing has become a phenomenon in its own right, and who doesn’t like more flavours of a good thing?
Probably one of the biggest foodie crazes going at the minute, thanks to the popularity of pistachio cream, cookies, lattes and the similar social media sensation that is the ‘Dubai Pistachio Bar' people are rather fittingly going nuts for this particular flavour of almost absolutely anything.
With that in mind, the Leeds-born bakery and dessert shop – founded by Rich Myers over in Headingley back in 2011 – have shown no hesitation in hopping on the bandwagon and creating a new twist on their own viral menu item.
Teasing the full details in a post on their Instagram this week, they wrote: “What’s big, green, and is going to destroy your life in a couple of weeks’ time? Pistachio Bertha. Strictly limited to 5,000 slices. Coming oh so soon. GB.”
In case you were wondering just how mad those with a sweet tooth could possibly go for a slice of cake, just look at the recent queues when they finally launched in Manchester city centre:
Speaking on the grand opening here on our turf and his partner Amy’s hometown, Myers said simply: “Manchester, what a launch. Thanks for much for the warm welcome. Stay baked.”
Leeds Tattoo Expo to return to the First Direct Arena for 10th anniversary
Clementine Hall
The tenth annual Leeds Tattoo Expo will showcase some of the best in tattooing both local and internationally.
If you fancy getting yourself a fancy new bit of ink, then look no further than the iconic Leeds Tattoo Expo that will be returning to the First Direct Arena this June.
Taking place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June 2025, over 200 tattooists and 70 traders will be flocking to the city to show off their skills.
And not only that, but there’ll also be a whole host of market traders for you to browse as well as live music to have a boogie to.
The artists will be tattooing with options for both pre-booked appointments and walk ups available throughout the weekend.
Image: Leeds Tattoo Expo
There will also be a piercer, tooth gems and a henna artist ready to adorn your body.
Alongside getting tattooed, there’s plenty to do and to see over the whole weekend; there'll be an alternative drawing class, an illustrators market with kids’ workshops provided by Art Gecko, an art fusion event on the main stage, burlesque performances and competitions, a small vintage clothing pop-up, fire breathing and break dancing demonstrations in the square outside the arena.
The annual tattoo competitions will also be taking place each evening, where tattooists showcase their work to a panel of judges, sponsored by Killer Ink!
To celebrate Leeds Tattoo Expo's tenth anniversary, they'll be hosting a Pre-Party at Belgrave Music Hall on Thursday 5 June which is a completely free entry event complete with live music and free pizza.
You can find out more about the event and book your tickets here via the First Direct Arena's website.
The Hoot -
21st March 2022 
