Poutine Peddlers Takes the Crown for Best Fries in TauntonPoutine Peddlers Takes the Crown for Best Fries in Taunton A recent online poll conducted by the Taunton Daily Gazette revealed that Poutine Peddlers has emerged victorious as the purveyor of the tastiest fries in the Greater Taunton area. The poll garnered an impressive 5,928 votes, with Poutine Peddlers securing 2,973 of them, translating to a resounding 50.15% of the vote. Riverhouse and Deep Pond Farm trailed behind in second and third place, respectively. The Secret to Their Success Kristen Macedo, co-owner of Poutine Peddlers, attributes their triumph to their unwavering commitment to excellence. “We wanted to be the best and always strive for that,” she declared. “Fries are what we do. We specialize and focus on that.” Macedo emphasized the importance of freshly prepared ingredients, with each batch of fries fried to order to ensure maximum crispiness. “They’re always hot, fresh, and crispy when they’re shipped,” she stated. An Array of Culinary Delights While fries are the cornerstone of Poutine Peddlers’ menu, they offer a wide range of creative variations to tantalize taste buds. The traditional “OG” poutine features classic ingredients like cheddar cheese curds, gravy, and scallions. For those seeking a more adventurous culinary experience, the “Porky Pig” poutine incorporates coleslaw, BBQ sauce, and pulled pork from Kinfolks BBQ. The “Mac Attack” is a hearty concoction topped with ground beef, cheese sauce, pickles, and a special sauce. Making a Mark in Taunton Initially apprehensive about the public’s reception, Macedo expressed delight at the overwhelming embrace Poutine Peddlers received from the Taunton community. “It was a success from the start,” she exclaimed. “We are so happy that the city has embraced us.” With its delectable fries and innovative menu, Poutine Peddlers has established itself as a culinary destination in Taunton, showcasing the vibrant and diverse dining scene the city offers.
TAUNTON — The people of Greater Taunton have spoken: Poutine Peddlers has the best fries in the area!
In an online poll conducted by Taunton Daily Gazette, Poutine Peddlers won by a large margin.
A total of 5,928 votes were cast for 10 popular restaurants/eateries in the Greater Taunton area known for their amazing fries. Of those, Poutine Peddlers received 2,973, or 50.15% of the vote.
“Yes, we did!” exclaimed Kristen Macedo, co-owner, adding that it is “overwhelming” and “extremely exciting” to receive this recognition from the community.
In second place was Riverhouse in Taunton, which put in a strong performance with 2,005 votes or 33.82%. Rounding out the top three was Deep Pond Farm in Taunton with 711 votes or 11.99%.
What is poutine?
Poutine Peddlers parked its food truck in Taunton in November 2021, in the parking lot of 239 Broadway.
Macedo said she and co-owner/high school friend Shelley Ring “wanted to bring something different here” to the area, and that they both fell in love with the popular Canadian staple, poutine.
“What’s not to love?” Macedo said, referring to the traditional poutine’s ingredients, namely fries, gravy, curds and scallions. It’s all a bit messy, which is why it’s usually eaten with a fork.
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Fries, of course, are the foundation of what Poutine Peddlers does. Each batch is fried to order, “so they’re always hot, fresh and crispy when they’re shipped,” Macedo says.
Asked what makes their fries a cut above the competition, no pun intended, she added: “Fries are what we do. We specialize and focus on that. We wanted to be the best and always strive for that.”
What’s on the menu?
- Although the menu is small, Poutine Peddlers gets creative with how they present their fries. In addition to the traditional poutine, which is referred to on the menu as the “OG,” another popular selection is the “Porky Pig,” which takes poutine and adds coleslaw, BBQ sauce, and BBQ pulled pork that comes straight from Taunton staple Kinfolks BBQ.
- Then there’s the “Mac Attack,” which serves poutine with seasoned ground beef, cheese sauce, pickles and “special sauce.”
- This reporter also recommends the “Gold Fever Chick,” a poutine with fried chicken and a spicy, honey mustard-like “gold fever sauce.”
- There are always weekly specials. During this interview, Poutine Peddlers offered a “Teeny Weeny Poutine,” which is poutine with fried hot dogs, mustard, and diced onions, and the “Italian Sausage Poutine,” which is poutine with fried Italian sausage, roasted onions and peppers, and mustard.
- And if you just want fries, you can of course order those too and be satisfied.
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Instant hit
Macedo admits there were initial concerns about whether the Poutine Peddlers would be successful.
“It’s like any new business. There was concern about how the community would perceive us. Can you get people to try it?” Macedo said.
She said that once they opened, “it was a success from the start” and “we are so happy that the city has embraced us.”
