When I go to Canada western Ontario (NE of LOTW) almost annually it is a family run place (40+ years) the owners are a mix of Natives and Iowans btw, and those guys (the owners/guides) are so good at removing the Y bone, it makes me want to learn to butcher as a hobby. A northern is a damn good shore lunch. A little Crystal hot sauce, maybe lemon and some onion. My favorite lunches are shore lunches. BYOB and booze, as its expensive to buy to the north. We usually end up with a decent duty with the overage at the border.
I used to like Canadian whisky, but have 'grown up' I guess. Scotch is preferred if I'm not having gin (or brandy). I like a pretty broad spectrum, from the solid approachable Macallan and Glenmorangie to uber peaty Laphroaig (or other Islay styles).