Still need to get Dad that just-right gift for his special day this weekend? We’re here to help! PA Eats has rounded up a list of gifts that foodie Dads will love. Favorite kid? Yep, that’ll be you.
What dad doesn’t love jerky? Support local, delicious flavors—and give Dad a real treat—with West Chester’s Righteous Felon Jerky Cartel. With fun flavors like Che-Potle Guevara and Habanero Escobar, this “Criminally Crafted for the Unlawful Appetite” jerky will put a smile on Dad’s face and satisfy his tastebuds, too.
Spice it up with Chile Spot products for the man in your life. Chile Spot incorporates spice into sauces, jams, relishes, salsa and more. Check out their new product, Sweet Red Pepper Jalapeno Jam with Ghost Pepper, their hottest pepper jam ever! Look for Chile Spot at the West Chester Growers Market, or order online.
Beer. Enough said! We don’t really need to convince you that Dad would like any beer-related item you’d throw his way, do we? Pick up some swag, growlers or gift certificates from Victory Brewing Company or Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant. Or maybe take Dad out for a Father’s Day meal at one of these fine establishments. Great brews and great food are always a winning combination.
If Dad’s tastes run more toward vino, take him for a day trip along the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail! Eight local wineries offer tastings and so much more. Award-winning wines. Gorgeous scenery. A chance to learn about wine-making. Relaxation. (You know that’s what Dad really wants.) Consult the wine trail map here, and plan your route today.
Maybe Dad needs a little something to get him moving in the morning. How about a bag or two of coffee from one of our many local roasters? One Village Coffee, Rival Bros. Coffee Roasters and Golden Valley Farms Coffee Roasters all offer up brews of the non-alcoholic kind.
Dad a carnivore? Snag him some Maiale Cured Meats at the East Goshen Farmers’ Market and Media Farmers Market on Thursday, Kennett Square Farmers Market on Friday or the Artisan Exchange on Saturday! Maiale’s salumi and fresh sausages offer unique flavor combinations and unsurpassed taste. Score extra points—pick up some breakfast sausage and make Dad breakfast in bed! (Throw in a cup of the aforementioned coffee, too, while you’re at it.)
We love sweets, and we’re pretty sure Dad does, too. Luckily there are many different local options for securing some of the sugary stuff. Maybe some chocolates from Bridge Street Chocolates like the ones above. Chocolate-covered blueberries? Oh my! Or breakfast pastries from Cakes and Candies by MaryEllen—something else to add to that Father’s Day breakfast you’re preparing. You could always track down the Dia Doce cupcake truck (find it here) and pick up a dozen; that way Dad will have plenty to share. Or cool off with a treat at Brown Cow Ice Cream, the perfect family spot.
Whatever you decide to do for Dad this weekend, do it with love. That’s the best gift of all. Happy Father’s Day!
Jerky photo courtesy of Righteous Felon Jerky Cartel. Coffee photo courtesy of Golden Valley Farms Coffee Roasters. Chocolate photo courtesy of Bridge Street Chocolates.
