New Bedford Eats: Cookouts, tacos, and scallops
Not sure where to head to grab something to eat? There is an overwhelming number of places to choose from on the SouthCoast.
New Bedford Eats helps you narrow down the list of places to try by bringing you new menu items, food events, and specials popping up all over the area.
Whether you want some fresh seafood, a meal with a cause, or an inexpensive date night there is something for everyone this week.
Does it get any better than New Bedford Scallops?
The answer is obviously no, and at The Black Whale they are highlighting New Bedford Scallops in their new menu item. A must-try is the Scallop Gratin, NBMA’s finest, served in the shell, with buttery breadcrumb and a creamy gruyere cognac sauce for $18. They are also dishing up fried scallops ($30), bacon-wrapped scallops ($34), and seared scallops ($32). For your scallop fix make sure to head over to 106 MacArthur Dr., New Bedford.
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Tacos aren't only for Tuesdays
You don’t have to wait till Tuesday to get a delicious taco, all you have to do is stop at Off the Hook Bar & Grill for their pulled pork tacos. These tacos are made with pork that is smoked for 10 hours and topped with slaw and hand-cut, crispy onion strings for $16. Not a fan of pork? No worries they are also serving up fish ($18) and lobster tacos ($26) as well as triple threat tacos with a fish, a scallop, and a shrimp taco ($22). For tacos and more check out 56 Goulart Memorial Dr., Fairhaven.
Father's Day cake decorating
Lees Market offered a sweet surprise for local moms this past May, and now dads can also have their cake and eat it too. The Westport store will be holding its annual Father's Day cake decorating event on Saturday, June 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. They'll have frosted single-layer cakes available to customize with sprinkles and decorations. The cost is $14.99 per child, and no pre-registration is required. Stop by 796 Main Road, Westport, and dress up a delicious gift for dad.
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Support the DNRT this summer
The Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust - DNRT is hosting three summer cookouts this year to support its fundraising goals. Tickets are $75 per person for each cookout and include dinner, music, lawn games, and an open bar. June 23: Cajun-inspired menu by Morton’s Fork and music by Southcoast Brass Band; July 29: Backyard BBQ menu by No Joke Smoke and music by NB Symphony Orchestra; and Aug. 26: fresh and local menu by It’s Thyme and music by The Two of Us. To enjoy some great food, good music, and support the DNRT buy your tickets at https://dnrt.org/product-category/dnrt-store/summer-cookouts.
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Looking for a fun cheap night out?
Look no further than The Vault at 791 Purchase St., New Bedford. Entertainment? Check! Food deal? Check! Drink special? Check. Every Thursday at the Vault they are checking off all the important boxes with their musical bingo nights from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Test your musical knowledge, get a $5 pizza, and a $6 rum punch – the perfect date night that doesn’t break the bank is here.
Do you have a special deal, menu item, or food-related events to entice the local foodies? Share it with us at fharrington@s-t.com.
This article originally appeared on Standard-Times: Southcoast meal, deals, and events: NB Eats
