Beyond the Hot Sauce - Delicious Ways to Celebrate Dad

Although it may still feel like spring has only just sprung, Father’s Day is right around the corner. And while a standard store-bought gift might suffice for some, the special dad in your life deserves the best, so we suggest spoiling him on June 19 with the gift of food and drink because, as they say, the fastest way to a man’s heart is through his stomach!

Serve an Al Fresco Feast

One of the best features about Father’s Day is that it lands right in the sweet spot between spring and summer, so celebrating al fresco is almost always going to be a great option. Our seasonal grazing menus are ideal for any fun foray into the great outdoors, so whether you’re planning a casual close-knit family picnic or a large-scale outdoor party where everyone on the block is invited, Savoury City has an al fresco option for you.

Host a Backyard BBQ

Speaking of al fresco feasts, few outdoor activities are more synonymous with spring and summer than a backyard barbecue. So, if a seasonal grazing menu isn’t exactly dad’s speed, you can take your traditional family cookout to the next level with one of our fantastic BBQ Catering Menus.

Whether you want to impress Dad with your skill on the grill by firing up a juicy Jumbo Smokie ‘Dog’ and a House Made Beef Burger on a lightly-toasted brioche bun or you simply want to serve up a stunning selection of ready-to-eat sides like creamy coleslaw and orzo pasta salad, planning your celebration with Savoury City will help to ensure your Father’s Day festivities are a resounding success.

Assemble a Custom Cocktail Kit

Home bartending has seen a significant surge in popularity over the past couple of years, so if your dad currently fancies himself a mixologist in the making, you can help him to bolster his bartending game by designing him a custom cocktail kit.

We recommend stocking your kit with some of dad’s favourite locally-distilled spirits, a few artisanal simple syrups to mix with, and if you really want to go the extra mile for Father’s Day, complete your kit with a few pieces of professional-quality barware to help transform his basic bar space into a sophisticated setting for spring and summer sipping.

Spoil Dad with Seafood

Being situated on the West Coast certainly has its advantages, not the least of which is Vancouver’s incredible coastal bounty. If your dad loves seafood, we suggest surprising him with an abundant assortment of freshly-caught shellfish.

While some styles of cuisine are at their best when served in moderation, when it comes to finger foods like oysters and prawns, most seafood aficionados will tell you that bottomless is almost always best. In nearly 20 years of catering events in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, we’ve seldom seen a seafood spread produce any leftovers.

Cook Together

We’ve covered plenty of ways to pamper dad this upcoming Father’s Day, but what about the DIY dads who just love to get their hands dirty? If your dad has the most fun when he’s in the right in the thick of the action, planning a day of collaborative cooking can be a great way to inspire intimate conversations and precious one-on-one moments, which may be hard to come by once the party commences.

If dad also happens to be an avid outdoorsman, you can dial your collaborative experience up a notch by starting your day a little earlier and either fish or forage for dinner ingredients together.

If you’re looking for creative menu options to ensure your cooking session also produces a delicious outcome, set yourself up for culinary success with some of Savoury City’s go-to BBQ, vegetarian, and dessert recipes.