The Tragedy of Krispy Kreme

Yahoo Finance News ^ | October 13, 2009 | Carol Kopp

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Krispy Kreme had been a popular doughnut chain in the South since 1937, but remained unknown to the rest of us until about 1996. That's when the first Krispy Kreme popped up in New York City, on West 23rd Street. ..."

Krispy Kreme stock hit a high of about $49 in 2003. Then it started on a long downward spiral, losing about 90% of its value.

This company had problems that had nothing to do with its doughnut recipe.

It over-expanded and took on crushing debt. There were allegations of management misconduct. Some franchises went bankrupt. Competition was fierce in the cheap eats category. More people started consuming healthy foods.

In short, Krispy Kreme managed to lose money selling something that is both cheap and delicious.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krispy_Kreme

[caver]

I know people like their Krispy Kremes but they are almost 100% sugar. Yech.

[Rodebrecht]

That's all I have to say.

[Red Badger]

[RonF]

I remember when Krispy Kreme doughnuts expanded into the Chicago area. I bought a dozen and brought them into work. They were soft, gooey, sticky and to my taste altogether yukky. I went back to Dunkin’ Donuts and never bought Krispy Kremes again.

[RushIsMyTeddyBear]

I have been known...in my teens....to go into KK...buy the freshly baked ones....and pig out.

[A CA Guy]

They were a fad, over expanded to the point they were trying to be also in several grocery store chains.
They are more expensive and became not so special which is why they imploded IMO.

[the invisib1e hand]

the product was awful. it was a hype machine. nobody was surprised when the stock rewarded the shorts.

[dead]

I think the first time you eat a Krispy Kreme donut, you think, "Oh my God! Where have these been all my life! I'm in heaven."

By the third time, you're more like, "Actually, this wad of fat, flour and sugar I'm chewing is kinda gross."

[CommieCutter]

I remember when Krispy Kreme doughnuts expanded into the Chicago area. I bought a dozen and brought them into work. They were soft, gooey, sticky and to my taste altogether yukky. I went back to Dunkin’ Donuts and never bought Krispy Kremes again

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They’re the most overrated donuts I have ever tasted. I prefer the donuts that come from the grocery store bakery, if that tells you anything!

[brewcrew]

Thus beginneth another thread discussing the finer points of crap, ad infinitum.

Only in America.

[InterceptPoint]

I gave up eating Krispy Kreme doughnuts several years back. They just can’t be healthy. But for those Freepers who are still young enough to “recognize” their “immortality” I have to recommend them highly. Go buy a dozen hot ones and eat the whole box. It will be a memory that will last a lifetime. Of course that lifetime might be shortened a bit but by the time you are 120 years old you’ll be ready to go anyway. So eat up.

[animal172]

Years ago we had one in our city. When I was working the midnight shift we would drive by about 3 in the morning just to smell the air around the building. They closed years ago and now the doughnuts are delivered to our stores by truck. Just not any fun anymore.

[HamiltonJay]

It was a tragedy to see what a bunch of New York nitwits did to a southern institution.

Just a damned shame.

[AmericanGirlRising]

Here in the South, KK is a great product. It’s geared toward our tastes. We like our tea sweet and our donuts sweeter!

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krispy_Kreme

[animal172]

And don’t forget the steaming cup of coffee......

[carton253]

I agree. As a donut lover, I thought Krispy Kremes were the worst. Donuts are best served by the mom and pop stores that open at 5:00 am and close by 11:00 am. Always fresh!!

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Krispy Kreme delivery truck, circa 1939

[Cicero]

I LOVE Krispy Kreme. Only the traditional regular donuts, none of that extra stuff smeared on the outside, which detracts from the basic flavor of sugar and dough.

I used to fortify myself once a week at the Krispy Kreme outlet in Penn Station. More than one donut once a week would be hazardous to your health. But that was a treat.

I still have my Krispy Kreme baseball cap, which I bought from them after admiring it on the people working there.

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[navysealdad]

2009 Krispy Kreme Calendar

[Global2010]

Totally agree with you.
A fad not to last.

Good to see ya by the way, was just thinking about you the other day.

Still living as a single freeper?
I personally think it is a great lifestyle for me.

[animal172]

Hey, where did they find those pictures of my ex-wives????

[GraceG]

Krispy Kreme - Live Fast, Die Young

[Harley]

Paula Deen's Krispy Kreme Burger with Bacon and Egg. That gal sure knows how to facilitate a heart attack.

[Gay State Conservative]

I know people like their Krispy Kremes but they are almost 100% sugar. Yech.

What...are you some kind of Communist? Damn it...heroin's illegal....cocaine's illegal...what's left?

Sugar,chocolate and prime rib,that's what!

[AreaMan]

Thus beginneth another thread discussing the finer points of crap, ad infinitum. Only in America.

Excuse us, your Highness...were you so aghast that you dropped your monocle into the brandy snifter?

Maybe you and the other members of the Royal Mongolian Debating Society can edify us.

Please save us from our American-ness!

[RabidBartender]

Krispy Kreme gave out free donuts nationwide to celebrate Obama’s inauguration. Reap it.

[animal172]

When did we all become so health conscious here?

[wireman]

I’m not even gonna click on that link!

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I know people like their Krispy Kremes but they are almost 100% sugar. Yech.

I never had one. But they looked delicious.

[animal172]

WHAT?????

[Boston Blackie]

Krispy Kreme donuts .... tons of fun.

[A CA Guy]

Married now over two years with a one year old son.

No sleep, we both work in a stable job situation but time isn’t as available to be on the net as it was before.

We did a Baptism/first Birthday together.

The marriage and baby come later in life. I have a couple of decades on the wife, but she still manages to keep up with me at times.

[al_c]

Here in the South, KK is a great product. It’s geared toward our tastes. We like our tea sweet and our donuts sweeter!

Speak for yourself. Those KK donuts are gross.

Southern Maid are better. But the best are at Lone Star Bakery in Round Rock.

[navysealdad]

Didn’t know they were yours!!

[animal172]

Oh come on. You know you want to. Just do it!!

[SaveTheChief]

Krispy Kreme had been a popular doughnut chain in the South since 1937, but remained unknown to the rest of us until about 1996. That's when the first Krispy Kreme popped up in New York City, on West 23rd Street. ..."

Yes, we all know New York City is the center of the universe, and nothing outside of New York City is worthy of discussion - ever.

[Non-Sequitur]

They’ve pretty much died out in the Kansas City area. The local chain, Lamar’s, has won out. They make a better product anyway.

[animal172]

Were you married to them too?

[knittnmom]

I miss Spudnuts. http://gardnerhistory.com/spudnuts/
My parents used to have one in Richland Center, WI.

[Lovely-Day-For-A-Guinness]

Krispy Kreme are the Wonder Bread of doughnuts.

I'd rather eat a dog shite sandwich than either of those two products of modern chemistry.

[ltc8k6]

Less than 20% sugars actually. The same as any other glazed doughnut.

They may be over rated, but they are not any more sugared than anyone else’s doughnuts.

[RabidBartender]

Krispy Kreme Celebrates Obama with Free “Freedom of Choice” Donuts

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2165801/posts

[tumblindice]

“But Dad, my heart hurts.”
“I said butter your bacon!”

[Rummyfan]

I used to actually go to this particular KK outlet on PdL. Nothing like a dozen fresh glazed with a quart of cold milk!

[stanz]

I have never tasted a Krispy Kreme donut. Should I?

[caver]

“What...are you some kind of Communist?”

I don’t think so. I just don’t like those donuts. That will leave more for you.

[animal172]

Haven't eaten a Krispy Kreme in years. Now I'll never eat one again as long as there is a breath left in what is left of my beautiful body..............which has since gone bad.