Tasty ideas: Your local Father’s Day food gift guide
Steaks, beer and brownies among the perfect gifts for dad.
Though it might seem obvious, the real way to your father’s heart is through his tastebuds. This Father’s Day, which is Sunday, give your father what he wants — a chance to sample some of the Dayton area’s finest food.
From upscale charcuterie boards to quality beer and steak, these are the perfect Dayton-centric food gifts to give dad on his big day.
Steak kit from The Pine Club
Still searching for a way to pay tribute to that grillmaster in your life? A steak kit from The Pine Club in Dayton is sure to do the trick. Since 1947, The Pine Club has been serving up some of the most famous steaks in the Miami Valley. Thankfully, The Pine Club has made it possible to make their signature steaks
at home. Customers can choose between a number of different steak kits that include strip sirloin, rib eye, filet mignon and combination boxes that include a number of steak options. The Pine Club also sells a variety of steak sauces and salad dressings.
Where to buy: thepineclub. com/shop/steaks
Cost: Prices vary between $130-$230 per box.
Whiskey Pecan Fudge Brownie and Just Add Whiskey Kit from Dorothy Lane Market
Does your dad have a penchant for sweets and high-quality liquor? Dorothy Lane Market has created the “Best Dad Ever” box that comes with its latest iteration of the Killer Brownie, the Whiskey Pecan Fudge Brownie, as well as Bittermilk Whiskey Sour Mix, Peak Extra Large Ice Cube Trays and Poppy Popcorn Smoky Texas Popcorn.
The Whiskey Pecan Fudge Brownie, which is infused with the flavor of barrel-aged whiskey and topped with crunchy pecans, Heath toffee pieces and chocolate chips, is sure to inspire some emotion from even the most stoic father. The Best Dad Ever kit comes with four of these special brownies.
Where to buy: shop.dorothylane.com/Item/BestDadEver
Cost: $70
Personalized charcuterie board from Dayton Charcuterie Gal
Those who wish to give their father an upscale food-related gift this Father’s Day should look no further than the personalized charcuterie boards created by the Dayton Charcuterie Gal. It’s no secret that charcuterie boards, with their assortments of meats, cheeses, artisan bread, olives, fruit and nuts, are having a moment right now.
Where to buy: To purchase a custom charcuterie board from the Dayton Charcuterie Gal, send her an email at dytcharcuteriegal@gmail.com or a direct message on Facebook or Instagram. Cost: Prices vary.
More info: www.facebook.com/dytcharcuteriegal
A bottle (or two) of Mutt’s Sauce
For that father in search of the next big spoonful of flavor, Mutt’s specialty sauce delivers. Crafted in Dayton, Mutt’s multi-purpose specialty sauce comes in a variety of flavors such as Ghost Pepper and Sweet & Spicy. As an added bonus, Mutt’s is a veteranowned business.
Where to buy: www.muttssauce.com or at a variety of stores in the Miami Valley.
Cost: A variety pack is available for $29.
Beer from a local brewery
Given the fact that Dayton is home to many breweries, hunting down a six-pack of quality, local beer is fairly effortless. Local breweries The Dayton Beer Company, Warped Wing Brewing Company, Branch & Bone Artisan Ales and Yellow Springs Brewery offer customers a way to take home their favorite brews. Customers can also pick up their favorite local beer at The Barrel House in downtown Dayton.
Where to buy: Visit each brewery’s website to learn more about purchasing their products.
Cost: Prices vary.