Admit it. Dad never did wear that necktie with cartoon characters or use the money clip with the dollar sign on it. And that mug with “World’s Second Best Dad” was only good for one chuckle.
So this Father’s Day give Dad what he really wants. But what’s that? Find inspiration with these nine ways to make Dad’s day.
Grill Him a Steak. Our beef rib eye steaks are 5-Step® Animal Welfare opens in a new tab rated and are one of summer’s best-tasting steaks. All that’s needed is a little coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper before and after grilling.
Wow Him. Serving big appetites? Ask the butcher at your local Whole Foods Market for a tomahawk steak (a thick cut with a long bone “handle”). For a quick grill, ask for “flanken cut” beef short ribs, which are thin slices cut across the bones.
Introduce Him To The King Of Crab. Our Alaska king crab legs are rated yellow or green by Seafood Watch and The Safina Center opens in a new tab, and you’ll find them pre-cooked at our seafood counters. They just need a quick grill to heat through before cracking and serving with clarified butter, remoulade, ponzu sauce or a squeeze of lemon.
Give Him a New Grillmate. 365 Everyday Value® Organic Regional Barbecue Sauces celebrate the unique flavors from iconic barbecue destinations. Choose from Kansas City Love, Memphis Madness, or Texas True. They’re delicious as a sauce or a dip.
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Impress Him With Your Burger-Building Skills. Looking for toppings? These winning combinations are sure to impress.
Hummus + olive tapenade
Blue cheese + hot sauce
Avocado + sliced cucumber
Roasted red peppers + cashew cheese
Go meatless and macho! Plant-based and filled with protein and fiber, 365 Everyday Value® Meatless Burgers can be grilled straight from the freezer. Choose from Original or Spicy Southwestern.
Pour Him A Proper Pint. Here are a few Dad-approved beer and cheese pairings.
Saison. This rustic farmhouse summer ales goes great with goat cheese.Session Beers. Smooth with balanced malt and hops, these beers pair well with Fromager d’Affinois or other soft-ripened varieties of cheese.
Pilsner. This pale, light style of lager is a match for an aged Gouda or mild cheddar.
Sour Beers. Grab a goblet! These beers are long-fermented, complex and crafted with wild yeast and are recommended with robust or smoked cheeses.
Show Him A New Way To Beer. Sweet and tangy, limited edition 365 Everyday Value® Organic Pale Ale Honey Mustard make a brat a top dog and a burger better. Pair with his favorite pale ale for double the cheers.
Keep Him Handsome. Every Man Jack makes grooming products with no parabens, no phthalates, no artificial colors and no sodium lauryl sulfate — and never tested on animals. They’re all-around awesome…just like Dad.
Give Him Snacks. Dads love snacks. We’ve got the goods to power his tennis matches, golf tournaments, soccer games, hiking, biking, parkour sessions, climbing, skateboarding…or whatever your dad’s into these days. Our best bets include 365 Everyday Value® Mango Baobab Trail Mix, Cascadian Farm Organic Honey Almond Buzz Crunch, Epic Bars (Uncured Bacon and Pork, and Beef, Apple Uncured Bacon) and 365 Everyday Value® Thai Curry Cashews.
What are you giving your dad for Father’s Day? Share your (non-necktie) ideas below.