7 Things you probably didn’t know about lobster in Nova Scotia

Everyone knows no visit to Nova Scotia is complete without a lobster dinner.

So, let’s explore all things lobster with 7 things you probably didn’t know about Nova Scotian lobster. We’re sure these tasty crustaceans will claw their way into your heart.

Lobster fishing occurs off the coast of Nova Scotia year-round and is readily available from local restaurants and retail food shops.

Did you know that the largest lobster ever recorded was caught in Nova Scotia in 1977 and weighed 44 pounds!

Barrington, Nova Scotia is the Lobster Capital of Canada.

The lobster fishing grounds off Barrington’s shores are amongst the richest in the world and lobster has been the economic backbone of communities in this area since the 1800’s. They even build a Christmas tree out of lobster traps during the holidays.

There is an annual month-long lobster festival held on Nova Scotia’s South Shore.

Every February, this much-loved crustacean is celebrated during the Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl. From a lobster roll contest to lobster-themed art shows, tours, and a craft beer festival, it’s easy to show off your love for lobster!

You can get lobster beer here!

Try something different and get a pint of lobster beer, aptly named Crustacean Elation, from Salt Box Brewing, located in Mahone Bay.

You can buy a box of lobsters to take home with you straight from the airport.

Heading home and didn’t quite get your fill OR would like to share delicious Nova Scotia lobster with friends? Grab a box of lobster, live or cooked, from Clearwater Seafoods at the Halifax Stanfield International Airport. The carton fits under the seat or in the overhead compartment, depending on your aircraft.