Albertan Hiking the East Coast Trail this summer

Hey all,

Thanks in advance for any and all advice. I am so excited as I have just booked the plane tickets to St John's this summer to hike the east coast trail. I'm doing the full trail starting in Cappyhaden, and ending in topsail beach.

I have just over 4 weeks planned for the trip, thinking it will take me about 15-20 days to hike followed by 3 ish days in st John's at the end, and a few days extra as wiggle room. (Flexible return flight so I can change exact departure as needed)

I really want to see and experience local things. What are somethings you would recommend that I check out, or do along the way? I would love to try Lobster and fish aswell. My preference would be some type of mom and pop shop that's locally owned and operated. I'd rather avoid big chains if I can. This will be my first time in Eastern Canada, and I want to see and try everything haha.