Knowing what to get the foodie father come Christmas is never an easy feat.
You may find yourself thinking: is there anything to buy beyond cookbooks or pizza-patterned undies and socks? He’s probably already got all the Ottolenghis, custom aprons and top-of-the-line BBQ gear all in possession…
Though, perhaps he’s never treated himself to a bottomless brunch or he’s in need of a knife block upgrade? Whether he’s got a sweet tooth or is a lover of brew, we’ve rounded up some of the best food gifts for men that the dad figure in your life will relish this Christmas Day.
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The best food gifts for men in Australia to shop for Christmas
1. Australian whisky tasting set by White Possum, $149, Hardtofind
If Dad is a distillery fiend, he’ll love this Australian whisky tasting set from White Possum that features twelve local craft whiskies. Bring on the Christmas cheers.
2. Ooni Koda 16 gas powered pizza oven, $1239, Ooni
There is nothing a foodie wants more than their very own pizza oven and you cannot go wrong with an option from Ooni. The Koda 16 is a gas-powered outdoor oven heats up to 500°C and will cook stone-baked pizzas in just 60 seconds.
3. French oven grill duo in onyx, $329, Stanley Rogers
Boasting high gloss and stain-resistant enamel, this cast iron grill pan is induction and cooktop-compatible, and oven-safe up to 250°C. The perfect addition to the home chef’s arsenal of cookware that will last for years to come.
4. Naked dark cacao Australian liqueur by White Possum, $59, Hardtofind
With dark chocolate wafts, floral notes, plus hints of raisin and golden syrup within the one recycled bottle, this Australian-made cacao liqueur makes a great gift for the dad with a bittersweet tooth.
5. Tangy and chewy organic sourdough starter by Beautiful Living Made Easy, $18.95, Hardtofind
This sourdough starter kit is perfect for the DIY dad who also appreciates the simpler things in life.
6. Baccarat Damashiro Emperor Mokuzai 7pc knife block, $279.99 (RRP $1149.99), House
Durable and tensile for all sorts of food prep, this knife block set from Baccarat features ice-hardened blades within a walnut and glass-paned block. Designed to be an accent piece in the kitchen, the foodie will appreciate its functional duality.
7. Personalised gum leaf Australian hardwood serving board by Manual Arts DEpt, $169, Hardtofind
Designed and crafted with sustainably-sourced Australian hardwood in NSW, this quintessentially Aussie serving board can be engraved to features Dad’s name or initials.
8. Bespoke Letterpress heirloom recipe book, $49.95, THE ICONIC
Dad will never forget a slight tweak to one of his famous recipes again with the help of this recipe book that will also make a sweet family heirloom one day.
9. Coles & Mason granite 14cm pestle and mortar, $69.96 (usually $99.95), Myer
No foodie’s kitchen is complete with a trusty mortar and pestle. This black granite one makes a timeless gift for Father’s Day.
10. Ferrero Rocher Tree Gift Box 12 Pack, $14, Big W
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