Father’s Day is upon us (18 June) and if you haven’t made plans yet, we’ve got you covered! Our list below includes a whole host of Father’s Day dining options; there’s everything from tasty steaks for dads, to classy meals with a harbour view. And we also have some great Father’s Day gift ideas for making the day extra special.
# Father’s Day Gift Ideas!
Altfield Gallery
This Father’s Day, Altfield Gallery is featuring a range of one-of-a-kind hand-blown glass for gentlemen from the Georgian period in England, dating from 1750 to the early 1800s. This is considered the highpoint of the glassmaker’s craft. The rare glassware remains in perfect condition to use and enjoy for the man in your life. As we know, wine tastes better when decanted and allowed to air a little, especially when it comes from a beautiful piece of glassware! There are also some other specially crafted pieces made specifically for whisky, gin, brandy and other spirits. And, for long-term storage, they can sit perfectly on a drinks tray.
Shop 249, Prince’s Building, Central
2537 6370 | altfieldgallery.com
Gifts for every kind of dad
As usual, the Lion Rock Press stationery store is bringing a creative and playful perspective to its Father’s Day gifts. Think quirky illustrations, cheeky cards and fun Hong Kong mugs themed to show your dad plenty of love! This year, browsing Father’s Day gift ideas is even easier with their curated collections – from sporty dads and adventure dads to foodie dads and book-loving dads! If you have a “Golfather” in your life, the gift set with three personalised golf balls and a Father’s Day card is sure to be a hit. Meanwhile, if your dad’s an outdoor enthusiast, there’s a great book selection with some of HK’s best hikes, bike rides, a city scavenger hunt and hiking gift book.
Summer style
If, like us, you struggle to find a gift for the dad who has everything, we have a practical and stylish option! These Panama Hats are handwoven from natural toquilla straw grown in Ecuador. This means they are weather resistant, offer natural UV protection and are fashioned into an accessory your dad will get a lot of use out of this summer.
Crafted for him
Offering cool, practical and thoughtful gifts, TREE’s selection of homeware is perfect for every dad. Every item is beautifully crafted, from the marble serve ware to the solid teak wine racks. We particularly like the Belgian designed PI bookends (from $1,450). These would look great on a study shelf or to keep your dad’s books upright by his bedside. Each piece is handcrafted from solid mahogany into a sculptural silhouette and finished by hand to preserve the wood’s natural character.
28/F, Horizon Plaza, Ap Lei Chau
2870 1582 | tree.com.hk
Shop 101-102, HomeSquare, Sha Tin
2841 8844 | tree.com.hk
# Father’s Day Dining Ideas!
Is the way to your father’s heart through food?
You can’t go wrong with an Italian brunch or dinner, particularly when one of the world’s greatest butchers, Tuscan Dario Cecchini, helped put together the spread. This Father’s Day, head to the 39th floor of Mondrian Hong Kong, to take dad to Carna, a restaurant with a harbour and skyline view. For brunch, start with antipasti temptations, then all- you-can-enjoy unlimited appetisers and pasta, including black truffle rump beef tartare and sliced raw beef. For mains, there’s a charcoal grilled meat platter to share where you can choose between Black Angus cube roll, chuck flap or Carima Costata di Manzo. There’s also unlimited side dishes, tiramisu for dessert and free-flow options starting from $280.
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Free flow with a side of jazz
Is your dad a muso? On Father’s Day, take him to modern Australian restaurant Hue Dining. You’ll getexquisite Victoria Harbour views combined with a live-jazz free-flow brunch! Options for free flow include a selection of 15 premium red, white and dessert wine choices, plus either Gosset Cuvée Extra Brut or prosecco and sparkling rose. On the menu, there’s an assortment of dishes to share featuring arancini, Iberico ham and truffle toastie, and lamb rib. For mains, tempting choices include sea bass, celeriac wellington, seared pigeon and melt-in-your-mouth smoked brisket. To finish on a sweet note, try the Pavlova topped with passionfruit curd, marinated pineapple, tarragon, and passionfruit ice cream, the Opera Cake with Chantilly cream and pistachio or the creamy Hazelnut Dacquoise with dark chocolate, whisky and mascarpone ice cream.
Nothing says love like a steak
Relish a classic steak night with dad at Flint and dive into a four-course Tomahawk dinner for two ($1,900). The feast starts with a refreshing scallop and pear tartare, and a hearty pumpkin soup before moving on to the massive main course – Australian stockyard Black Angus beef tomahawk. It’ll be served with fried chips, asparagus, wild mushrooms and truffle jus. Then, wrap up the feast with handcrafted mandarin chocolate cake. Grab a 30% discount and a complimentary glass of selected wine when reserving the menu on the JW eShop.
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Unleash his inner child
Take your dad out to The Sixteenth for a brunch that goes beyond traditional. On 16 June from 12pm to 2pm head to the outdoor garden, Tempo Tempo, to meet an array of exotic animals. This petting zoo by Jurassic Garage has everything from bunnies and lizards to porcupines and iguanas. You can create lasting memories with dad, and bond over close encounters with nature.
Mediterranean is on the menu
Treat dad to a modern Mediterranean brunch or dinner on 16 June at Quiero Más. For $398 per person, the six course Father’s Day Brunch features steak tartare, scallop ceviche, Fine De Claire oysters and pan-seared foie gras for starters. The six-course Father’s Day Dinner ($478 per person) is an elegant affair featuring a curated selection of Quiero Más Spanish showstoppers. Think Ibérico ham, Barça hamachi tartare, garlic-chilli prawns and suckling pig. For the main event with either dining option, choose between a paella or dry-aged wagyu. To finish, there’s churro with chocolate dip or a Basque burnt cheesecake.
Looking for more things to do with dad? See our guide to top things to do in Hong Kong. Or, for more Father’s Day dining ideas, visit our Wine & Dine section!