How to spoil your dad this Father's Day

WHILE your dad or father figure may be one in a million, you don’t need to spend a million to spoil him on Father’s Day on June 17. There are many ways that you can show appreciation to your father or the father figure in your life without breaking the bank. Here are five gifting ideas you can choose from.

The fashionable father

For that stylish man who loves looking dapper, why don’t you treat him to a special bespoke suit from local brand Tailor Me. This brand makes specialised hand-crafted bespoke suits. And if he’s one of those who cannot do without a tie, get him a stylish timber bow-tie from Major John; they create unique and hand-crafted products.

The Hands-on dad

If your father is one of those who is always handson at work, get him to put down the tools and treat him to a nice spa. With branches nationwide, NetFlorist is having a midday-spa break for dads. For more information, see www.netflorist.co.za

The traveller

For the man who is always on the go and admires outdoor activities, the Malkin 8 x 21 Roof Prism Binoculars make the perfect accessory. The binoculars come with a handy pouch and sling for easy carrying and feature a field view of 126m at 1 000m. It is a compact yet powerful tool, with precision-aligned optics to provide a pleasurable viewing experience regardless of whether your dad is out fishing or just doing some sightseeing.

The Artistic dad

For a man who appreciates art and all the finer things in life, treat dad to an afternoon of music, good food and fine liquor at the Gin & Jive Father’s Day party.

Enjoy a harvest table luncheon of the perfect Sunday roast paired with a choice of artisanal gins and craft beers. The event takes place at The Park House of Events on 7 venue on top of the Hyde Park Corner shopping mall, and the music line-up includes modern jazz performers plus indie music, courtesy of South African indie rockers Rubber Duc.

The King chef

Get the kitchen master a Beer Bird stand. This stand is the perfect beer-chicken cooking device. All that is required from the chef is for him to decide on which lager to use to flavour and season the chicken, and within two hours the whole family will be enjoying a succulent, juicy and tender chicken.