5 Gift Ideas for the Drinking Dad
Photo credit: Cindy Ord/Getty ImagesMen can be really hard to shop for, and dads in particular. It’s easy to fall for that old platitude, “it’s the thought that counts,” which quickly turns into an excuse for taking the lazy way out. While thoughtfulness is important, there are different depths of thought. I have fleeting, pointless thoughts all day long. Maybe I’m sentimental, but your dad deserves better than that for Father’s Day this year. I know that thinking for longer than a Facebook update or Tweet is hard these days. There are so many pictures of food to look at, who has time to think about what to get dear old dad?
Me. I love giving gifts. I thought long and hard about the father that enjoys his drink, and found a couple of cool ideas out there.
Chuao Chocolatier chocolate and beer pairing set
$35.95
Chuao Chocolatier has delicious and high quality chocolates. Chef Michael Antonorsi, creator of the delicious bonbons, worked with Stone Brewing Company to pair the chocolate morsels with a select craft beer. For the beer, they chose Arrogant Bastard Ale, whose undertone of sweet, syrupy malts and creamy texture expertly complements the salty flavors of the four choice chocolates (chipotle caramel, olive oil, macadamia chipotle, olive oil ganache).