Last Minute Foodie Dad Gifts

Father's Day is a time to celebrate dad and thank him for the traits and good genetics he's passed down . If he's a foodie father, then he gifted you again with a love for the exotic as well as a taste of fine wine and food. Celebrate that gift with some interesting treats and gadgets' he's sure to love. Best of all because its' late in the game, they can be picked up anywhere.

It goes without saying that all men love their grilling and barbecues. get him some interesting rubs and marinades.Many gourmet food stores offer some tasty dry rubs.. They can also be found in the spice  and seasoning section of your local supermarket. If you're creative you can make your own.Just remember to use a higher ratio of salt to sugar. Then add fresh ground pepper, white or black .If  dad likes heat then add a pinch of cayenne or chile for fire. From there , add any herbs he's partial to and mix well. Pour into a fancy jar or bottle. Barbecue sauce is a must for the Papa Bear who loves his ribs and steaks. Williams and Sonoma carries a variety ranging from a bourbon laced one to  one with a good dollop of maple syrup to it.This can also be a great gift for vegan fathers too. After all there are soy burgers and dogs as well as steaks.If Dad is a candy fiend, then think about a gift from Rocky Mountain Chocolates or Getrude Hawk. The last has a bucket full of dad -centric treats from cookies to nuts to their famed mini Smidgens. Of course if you're the New York  area, buy dad the classic Fudgie The Whale from Carvel Ice Cream..This is a  vanilla ice cream cake with a crunchy cookie filling  and a lush cream icing that's been a Father's Day gift for the last fifty years..


Foodie dads also love gadgets. One of the best is the sous vide oven, It;s a fancier version of the pressure cooker and perfect for those gourmet fathers who want to try their hand at something different. Jerky lovers would love to wake up to a meat dehydrator on their day. The price ranges goes from an affordable sixty dollars to the deluxe five hundred dollar Excalibur. If dad loves his ball park foods there is the hot dog and bun steamer and warmer. What would go with it ? A beer brewing kit. For the more sophisticated pop think about a wine making kit along with wine glasses and glass tags. If you want dad to have a healthier diet , surprise him with  a juicer. Juicers can be found everywhere, from Sur La Table to Target and are great in making everything from fruit and veggie combos to orange juice. Another healthy gift is a vegetable steamer. It's perfect for steaming the upcoming harvests of tomatoes and zucchini. Throw in a rice cooker for cooking up  nutritious sides of brown and wild rice. If your father is heavily into dessert  then think of getting him a chocolate fountain . Its a fun surprise that can be used for all sorts of parties and holidays. Of course a cookbook goes a long way, There is Eat Like A Thug by Thug Kitchen and Man Kitchen by Joe Madden.

Be creative and fun this Father's Day, Treat your foodie dad to something yummy or innovative. Give him a gift that will surely be memorable.