New Bedford Eats: Summer vibes are headed to the NB food scene
We have been talking a lot about summer being on its way, but it finally feels like summer is arriving on the SouthCoast. This is the perfect time to get out there and enjoy the New Bedford food scene for all your summertime favorites.
With the numerous restaurants and different cuisines on the SouthCoast, it can be overwhelming or even frustrating trying to please everyone in your party. From frozen treats to fried goodness, this week's New Bedford Eats meal deals, fun snacks, and specials are sure to entice any palate.
Summer goodies with a side of nostalgia
Nothing says summer is starting quite like the official opening of the Gulf Hill Dairy Ice Cream Bucket. Overlooking Apponagansett Bay, it is a time-honored tradition to stop by and get lunch or dinner at "The Bucket." They have everything from their famous lobster roll ($18) to burgers, hot dogs, and sandwiches. No meal would be complete without ending it with an ice cream cone, with over 25 flavors starting at $2 you won’t be disappointed. Summer on the bay begins at 77 Gulf Road, Dartmouth.
Get your calendars ready: it's festival time on the SouthCoast
Immerse yourself in Portuguese culture
The three-day festival is here, this weekend the Day of Portugal of New Bedford will be in full swing. Get ready for a weekend full of traditional Portuguese foods including malasadas; shopping from local small businesses; live performances from Portuguese band; Ranchos Folcloricos (Portuguese cultural dancing); and so much more. The fun begins at 6:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, June 2; from noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 3; and noon to 10:30 p.m. Sunday, June 4 at 81 Tinkham St., New Bedford.
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Must have summer treat just for you
Who doesn’t love a good old PB&J sandwich? Well, The Donut Factory has upped the ante on this classic and created the ultimate summer treat – a Pb and Jelly Sundae! It’s 3 scoops of vanilla ice cream sandwiched with peanut butter sauce and grape jelly at every scoop topped with a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for $11.99. Indulge in the sundae and make sure to check out the specials they feature each day at 7 Howland Road, North Fairhaven.
Are you hungry? Dig into a taco platter
There’s a special menu available only on Mondays and Wednesdays at Top Shelf Bar & Grill called Jorge’s Favorite Bites. You don’t want to miss out on these yummy morsels. Think you can handle a whole platter of tacos? The Top Shelf Taco Platter has three of each chicken, beef, and shrimp tacos, a side of nachos, cilantro, onions, tomatoes, guacamole, and a chipotle drizzle for only $23. They also have shrimp or steak-loaded fries and pulled pork porkquiles or sandwiches. The specials are waiting for you at 1825 Acushnet Ave., New Bedford.
When wine, cheese, and chocolate are the question? The answer is always yes!
Get your tickets for the 10th annual Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate Festival. It is a joyful celebration featuring your favorite wineries and local food artisans as well as some new faces and exciting surprises. Taste over 45 different wines, while browsing through local artisans sampling a variety of cheeses, chocolates, and more. This 21+ event has three sessions on Saturday, June 17: session 1 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; session 2 from 2:30 to 5 p.m.; and VIP session from 6 to 8:30 p.m. all happening at the Westport Fairgrounds, 200 Pinehill Rd., Westport. Tickets are $41 for the first two sessions which includes a logo glass along with your tasting; the $74 VIP session has live music, a $10 food truck voucher, a logo glass, a commemorative gift, and more; they also offer Designated Driver Tickets for all sessions. To get your tickets to the fun visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/coastal-wine-trails-wine-cheese-chocolate-festival-2023-tickets-370559592717.
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You can get your seafood at the shack once again
Don’t feel like cooking dinner today? Well, you’re in luck Dicky's Clam Shack - Dartmouth is now open for the season. Dig into all the perfectly fried seafood goodness that brings add to the summer vibes. They have a variety of goods like fried oysters, scallops, fish, and shrimp as well as clam cakes, burgers, and more. Save cooking for another day and head to 880 State Road, North Dartmouth.
This article originally appeared on Standard-Times: Ice cream, fried seafood, and sunshine on the SouthCoast: NB eats
