The Skewer House Celebrates 10 Years in Taunton
The Bridge Street restaurant marked its decade-long anniversary with traditional festivities.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Food and Drink
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The Skewer House celebrated its 10th anniversary on October 17, 2026, at its Taunton location. The restaurant commemorated the milestone with a special event featuring traditional Portuguese folk dance.
Why it matters
The celebration honors the decade-long history of a local establishment known for serving traditional Madeiran espetadas. The event marked both a personal milestone for the owners and a continued cultural presence in the Taunton community.
The Skewer House has operated for 10 years after opening in 2016 at 41 Bridge Street. It continues to specialize in traditional Madeiran espetadas for the local community.
The players
Martin Straus
Martin Straus is the former mayor of Taunton who attended the anniversary event as a guest of honor.
The Skewer House
The Skewer House is a Taunton-based restaurant located on Bridge Street that specializes in traditional Madeiran skewers.
The details
The restaurant hosted a surprise event that included a performance by a London-based Portuguese folk dance group. Staff also marked the occasion by recreating an original team photograph from when the business first opened.
Timeline
The restaurant originally opened in 2016.
The 10th anniversary celebration took place on October 17, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The Skewer House exemplifies the role of family-run ethnic restaurants in maintaining cultural heritage within regional UK food markets. Its 10-year tenure reflects a broader industry trend where authentic, traditional concepts survive by building deep community ties.
Local diners can visit the restaurant on Bridge Street to experience the traditional Madeiran menu. The addition of birthday cheesecakes to the menu provides patrons with new limited-time options to celebrate the milestone.
The takeaway
Small independent businesses often thrive by maintaining a consistent cultural focus over long periods. Residents looking to support local institutions can visit establishments that highlight specific regional traditions like those found in Madeira.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Somerset County Gaz.
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