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What makes crayfish a favourite New Zealand food, and where can I taste it?


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Crayfish is a Kiwi favourite seafood, known as lobster in some regions. You can try it in places like Kaikoura at restaurants such as Nins Bin, Cods & Crayfish, Karaka Lobster, and Kaikoura Seafood BBQ.

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