Prince Edward Island Going Out
Food and Drink
Things to know: Waiters expect a 10 to 15% tip. Most dining rooms are licensed to sell alcohol. Licensed premises can stay open until 0200, although many close earlier. The provincial government runs liquor stores across the province. Hours vary but are usually longer in summer. Some are closed on Sundays.
Regional specialities:
• Shellfish - lobster, in particular - is a mainstay of the dinner table. Lobsters are steamed or boiled and included in casseroles or chowder and salads.
• Oysters are popular; they may be served with tangy sauce, deep-fried, in pies, scalloped, or in soufflés, soups and stews.
• Prince Edward Island is famous for its new potatoes (small, round potatoes), and a favourite with locals are new potatoes boiled in their skins, then mashed and served with lots of butter, salt and pepper.
• Fish cakes made with salt cod and potatoes.
Legal drinking age: 19.
Tipping: It is customary to tip 15% in bars and restaurants.
Nightlife
Shopping
Shopping hours: Mon-Thurs and Sat 0900-1700, Fri 0900-2100 (although these may vary depending on the area and time of year). Stores are only permitted to open on Sunday in December.
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