Halifax Panoramic Seafood Sojourn

OVERVIEW

Settle in for a panoramic drive through Halifax as an appetizer of sorts to your immersion into the city’s culinary scene with a focus on the local seafood. Depending on the route, you may pass highlights such as the Halifax Public Gardens, the 19th-century Old Town Clock – a gift from Prince Edward that perches high on the National Historic Site of Citadel Hill – and St. Mary’s Basilica, which features the tallest polished granite spire in North America. Enlightening commentary will describe the significance of Halifax’s landmarks and later, as you walk from restaurant to restaurant, how the city’s culinary traditions have evolved over time. Halifax is especially known for Atlantic lobster, the king of crustaceans, which will be featured on at least one of the tasting menus. It may be steamed, the main ingredient in a lobster roll or served in a classic poutine of cheese curds, gravy and French fries.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See the highlights of Halifax on a panoramic drive through downtown.
• Sample local specialties at three restaurants as the guide describes the dishes.
• Gain insight into how seafood reigns supreme in Halifax and influences the cuisine.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.