Special Barbie theme for Riverhouse's drink of the month: Taunton Eats

Kristina Fontes, The Taunton Daily Gazette
·3 min read

Not sure where to grab a bite to eat? With lots of options around the Taunton area, it can be difficult to choose.

If you’re having a hard time, we’re here to help you narrow it down.

We've compiled a list of meal deals, special events, and mouth-watering offerings at local eateries and markets to consider when planning your next night on the town, or a quick stop for a tasty treat.

This week, we've got a Barbie-themed drink, special events, and mouth-watering dinner and weekend specials.

Let’s dig in:

Drink of the month at Riverhouse is Barbie-themed

Hi Barbie! The summer of Barbie has been undeniable, from the box office numbers to the cultural, pink phenomenon. You can now indulge in a Barbie-themed spirit at Riverhouse, 260 W. Water St. Their drink of the month is the delightfully pink Tropical Barbie, with pineapple vodka, coconut cream, pineapple juice, and cranberry juice, shaken over ice.

Riverhouse's drink of the month is the Tropical Barbie.
Riverhouse's drink of the month is the Tropical Barbie.

Medium at Stoneforge in September

Stoneforge Tavern and Publick House, 90 Paramount Dr., Raynham, will be hosting medium Nicole Botelho on Monday, Sept. 25. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $60 per ticket, which includes a cocktail. Not everyone will get a reading. For tickets, call 508-844-8002.

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Dinner specials at The Local Eatery

Try some dinner specials at The Local Eatery, 16 Wareham St., Middleboro. Recent specials include Mexican street corn shrimp tacos: three flour tortillas filled with Cajun lime shrimp, slaw, roasted street corn salad and a chili lime crema, served alongside rice salad. They’ve also got appetizers like crab cakes, maple bacon Brussels sprouts, and wings. You can even call your order in ahead of time at 508-923-9308. To see a full menu, visit TheLocalEateryMA.com.

Vino’s Family Cafe on vacation

Vino’s Family Cafe, 503 Winthrop St., Rehoboth, is taking a little break. They’re on vacation through Aug. 22. They plan to reopen on Wednesday, Aug. 23, at 11:30 a.m., ready to once again feed hungry customers.

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Weekend specials at Uncle Ed’s Front Porch

There’s plenty to choose from among the latest weekend specials at Uncle Ed’s Front Porch, 116 Winthrop St., Rehoboth. This upcoming weekend’s specials include a bbq rib sandwich: slow-cooked St. Louis ribs, bones removed, glazed with honey bbq sauce, and served on a bulkie roll with pickles. They’ve also got seafood specials, like whole-belly clam rolls, lobster rolls, fish and chips with chowder and clam cakes, and wholly-belly clam platters. For an ice cream special, try the fresh peach sundae, with two scoops of ice cream, homemade fresh peach topping, nuts, whipped cream, and a cherry. Ice cream is available every day from noon to 9 p.m.; the kitchen is open Tuesday from 3 to 7 p.m. for Taco Tuesday, Friday from noon to 8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 3:30 to 8 p.m.

Taunton Daily Gazette/Herald News copy editor and digital producer Kristina Fontes can be reached at kfontes@heraldnews.com. Support local journalism by purchasing a digital or print subscription to The Herald News and Taunton Daily Gazette today.

This article originally appeared on The Herald News: Taunton Eats: Riverhouse offers Tropical Barbie drink for August