Sick of mom’s complaints that old pops is grumpy in the morning? Look no further: theDe’Longhi Gran Dama Avant DIY espresso maker - equipped with adjustable start time, auto shut-off and water hardness setting - is the cure for mom’s whines and dad’s moods. With this generous (the machine does cost a whopping $3499.00) provision, dad can pat himself on the back for solely producing the perfect cup of coffee, while smugly grinning that his nosey neighbour is standing in line at Starbuck’s for the wife.
2012 Father's Day Gift Guide
It's hard to believe Father's Day is just a few days away. In other words, you have very limited time left to make up for last year's gift debacle — you know, when you bought your dad a bottle of whisky, drank it, then vomited on the sweater your mom bought him. Anyway, we at TORO have come up with a couple ways for you to get the slate clean. You're welcome.
Sick of mom’s complaints that old pops is grumpy in the morning? Look no further: theDe’Longhi Gran Dama Avant DIY espresso maker - equipped with adjustable start time, auto shut-off and water hardness setting - is the cure for mom’s whines and dad’s moods. With this generous (the machine does cost a whopping $3499.00) provision, dad can pat himself on the back for solely producing the perfect cup of coffee, while smugly grinning that his nosey neighbour is standing in line at Starbuck’s for the wife.
Whether dad listens to Beethoven's thunderous Fifth or modern rockers Teenage Kicks, the new SUB from Sonos, the leading manufacturer of wireless music systems, will fill any room with thick layers of bottomless sound that help dad hear and feel the weight of every chord, kick, splash and roll. Just make sure you don’t catch a glimpse of him dancing. No one wants to see that.
Tied and true, nothing says 'this is a Father’s Day gift' like the necktie. So, this time around why not let dad live a little? Experimenting isn’t just for teenagers. For some good, clean, adult experimentation, buy an Eton tie. From flamingoes to scooters and everything in between, the avant-garde patterns of the Eton line will turn dad to dude in no time ... Now, about those Dockers … (Available at Harry Rosen)
Barbecuing used to be so simple: the meat was grilled, and consumed. Nowadays everyone expects to have it “their way.” Help Dad offset confusion with these handy Grill Charms, which attach to pieces of meat and indicate cooking preference: medium rare, well done, whatever your guests need. No more backyard disappointment and wasted food, thanks to Winlow.
It might not yet hold the car of his dreams but you can help dad start getting the garage ready with a Gladiator Organization Mega Kit ($350.00). The kit, which features nine pieces of 32-inch GearTrack Channels, gives you 24 feet of wall storage space with hooks, baskets, bins and shelves to transform that cluttered mess into an organized space.
Is your Dad a pimp, or exhibit any pimp-like qualities? He might enjoy this unusual bling, cufflinks crafted from gold and sterling silver made to resemble bones. Gold bones? Not the most practical gift in the world, but if pops is tired of neckties and gold equipment, consider paying him back with these high class accessories, care of Kristin Hanson.
Having tried for years to get Dad to quit drinking, maybe it’s time you turned his tragic dependancy into a fun hobby. This Home Brewing Kit comes with everything you see here, with a handy instruction manual to keep users from, you know, poisoning everybody. Brew up, refrigerate, and enjoy! Read more about this unique gift here.
Dad can get back to nature with these great gifts for the outdoorsman. The Coleman Stainless Steel Belted Cooler holds up to 85 cans and keeps ice for up to three days, even in summer's blazing heat ($159.99). And with Heimplanet's The Cave, there's no messing with tent poles. The tent, featuring Inflatable Diamond Grid, sets up in less than a minute and comfortably sleeps three with gear ($700.00). And finally, he can bring the outdoors with him wherever he goes with this Barbour Jackdaw Shirt, created by Edwyn Collins of the band Orange Juice ($225.00).
Some dads do, other dads watch. Indulge your dad's sports passions with some official fan gear. Pick up a Reebok Premier CFL Jersey, newly re-engineered for the upcoming 2012 season ($109.99) or a Euro2012 Jersey ($100.00) of his favourite team. And, if you want your dad to know, once and for all, that you are his best child, consider a customized Kensington VIP package to a prestigious sporting event. We hear the Olympics are coming to London this summer. Why not ante up and buy him a six-day 2012 Summer Games experience which will get him into his favourite events and give him access to private guided tours of all the sites (from $15,000 per person).
Even if the old man is a tried and true landlubber, he can let his imagination set sail with these surf-inspired gifts. A Ralph Lauren Beachside Reversible Bucket Hat ($55.00) will keep his pate protected from the sun's harmful rays, this pair of Crocs Hover Slip-Ons in Navy ($54.99) is comfy yet stylish and these Ralph Lauren Printed Chino Shorts ($98.00) are just plain cool. If you want to go the extra nautical mile, you can always send him to Santa Monica where he can charter a yacht like the luxury Tartan 5300and sail off into the sunset.
It's hard to believe Father's Day is just a few days away. In other words, you have very limited time left to make up for last year's gift debacle — you know, when you bought your dad a bottle of whisky, drank it, then vomited on the sweater your mom bought him. Anyway, we at TORO have come up with a couple ways for you to get the slate clean. You're welcome.
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