At Food Town, we think dads are SUPER, but we know shopping for them isn’t always easy. (After all, how many ties does a guy need?) Don’t worry, friends. Your neighborhood grocery has ideas for a whole slew of Father’s Day gifts sure to go over big this year.
Food Town’s present pros have gathered a few of our favorite Father’s Day gift ideas — things that are quick and easy to pull together, customizable to suit what he likes and able to meet just about any price range. (You’re welcome!) Read on for great ideas for your No. 1 guy smile, whether Dad’s a backyard pit master, an outdoor adventurer or a homebody who loves his movies.
Father’s Day Gift Ideas for the Grillmaster
If your head honcho goes all in on backyard grilling, why not indulge his interests? A fun apron, new set of grill tools or a cookbook or two are easy-to-wrap Father’s Day gift ideas he’ll love. If you’re REALLY ready to pull out all the stops, you could even grab him a new grill! But why stop with tools and accessories?
Consider pulling together ingredients he can use to get grilling right then and there. (Or, have someone else in the family grill up a tasty meal if he’d prefer to put his feet up on his big day.) Your Food Town offers quality meats cut fresh in-store and all the seasonings, sauces and sides required to make your Father’s Day meal something memorable.
Food Town Tip: Need some recipe ideas? Check out our BBQ & Grilling Pinterest page and Texas Barbecue blog post, or click through our online recipes!
The Best Father’s Day Gift Ideas for the Gamer or Moviegoer
Does your main dude love nothing more than a good videogame or keeping up with the latest releases with at-home move marathons? Snack baskets are a surefire way to make him smile! (Since they’re easy to tailor to his unique likes — and to scale up and down based on budgets — they’ll make you smile, too!)
Consider including a new videogame or movie in his basket, then adding items that center around its given theme. Whether that means coordinating contents with the game or movie’s artwork or tailoring items to include things the characters enjoy eating or drinking, this can be a fun way to get the creative juices flowing. Of course, you’ll want to be sure to incorporate some of Dad’s favorite drinks, candies and snacks to ensure you truly hit this gift outta the park.
The Best Father’s Day Gifts for the Great Outdoorsman
For dads who like to be one with nature, why not pack up your gear and make a day (or weekend) of your Father’s Day celebration? A beach trip to nearby Galveston, an afternoon at the Houston Arboretum or a day spent hiking and biking through the Houston area’s many parks and trails can be a great way to get in all sorts of quality time. (And that’s one of the best Father’s Day gifts there is!) If you want to wrap something up for him to open, consider a new backpack or a full picnic basket you can enjoy as a family once you reach your spot.
When it comes to that picnic, include his favorite foods, drinks and snacks — just be sure to package everything carefully, as the Texas heat is no joke! Our aisles are filled with fresh ingredients and simple selections that are easy to prepare and pack up for meals on the go. We also stock paper plates, bug spray, sunscreen and other essentials for outdoor enjoyment.
Food Town Tip: Our So Many Salads Pinterest board is packed with recipes that make the most of flavor-packed fresh ingredients, and many store well for a day at the beach or on the trails.
Let Him Choose: Gift Cards Make Great Gifts for Father’s Day
Got a dad who’s a little harder to buy for? We know the struggle, friends! Don’t worry, though. Food Town Gift Card Malls, located inside all of our neighborhood groceries, are filled with cards for fan-favorite retailers and restaurants. You can get Food Town gift cards, too! Since they allow him to pick out exactly what he wants, these gifts for Father’s Day are a guaranteed hit!
If you’re looking for ways to make your gift or prepaid cards seem a bit more special, consider hiding it inside a greeting card with a personalized message, tucking it inside a gift basket like the ones we outlined above or affixing it to a small gift like a T-shirt or stuffed animal.
We hope these ideas help take some of the stress out of Father’s Day shopping and make Dad’s big day one for the books. Don’t forget, quality time with his favorite people really is the best gift a guy could ask for. So, no matter what you decide to do for Father’s Day, so long as you do it together, you’ll be in good shape.
Stop by to see us soon to pick up the ingredients and items you need to celebrate dad the way he deserves! And if you’re still working out what to cook up for the holiday, our Better with Bacon Pinterest board has all sorts of Dad-approved options. Your Food Town is wishing a very Happy Father’s Day to all the super dads out there!
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