A Dutch oven is arguably one of the most versatile pieces of cookware on the market. And now Ironclad Co. has teamed up with Swanndri to create one especially for Father’s Day.
Dad can use it at home in the oven or on gas or induction hobs, or even take it camping to make warming winter meals, desserts and even homemade bread. And the best part? It’s guaranteed to last for years.
Samuel Whitelock: View from the second row
Former All Black Lock Sam Whitelock has just released his autobiography View from the second rowall about his love of the game, farming and his family.
It’s already a bestseller in New Zealand, so why not put the book on your dad’s bookshelf?
Restaurant Association gift voucher
If Dad loves eating out, a Restaurant Association of New Zealand gift voucher gives him the opportunity to eat at his favourite restaurant or try something new.
Endota Massage Voucher
Dad deserves to be pampered every now and then, and chances are he would never book a massage for himself – so why not give him one for Father’s Day?
With a gift voucher he can book a personalised massage at Endota Spa. With branches across Auckland as well as Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown, this is a great gift for a dad living far away.
Coffee voucher from Dear Deer
If Dad is a coffee connoisseur, then an online voucher for the Dear Deer coffee roastery is just the thing.
However he enjoys his coffee, he can choose from blends from around the world, from Kenya to Brazil – and in all forms, from whole beans to filter or AeroPress grind.
Dinner at Jervois Steakhouse
If you want to treat your dad to a steak dinner that you don’t have to cook yourself, Jervois Steakhouse in Auckland is serving a Father’s Day special on Sunday 1 September from 5pm.
Book a table online for your dad to enjoy an Australian Cararra Wagyu Sirloin Steak with Café de Paris butter, chips and jus. You might even be tempted to join him for a family dinner, only this time he won’t have to foot the bill.
Visit Sea Life Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium
This year, Dad can visit Kelly Tarlton’s for free on Father’s Day, so plan a family trip to Auckland Aquarium together. Just remember to book his ticket online at least a day before your visit.
If he’s really keen, you can also book him a snorkelling trip with sharks or a time with penguins with an experience voucher that he can redeem within the year.
Relics: A New World Rises Lego exhibition at Auckland Museum
What would it look like if Lego minifigures took over the world? Take your dad to Auckland Museum’s latest exhibition, Relics: A New World Rises, and find out.
Then you can spend hours building your own futuristic Lego creations in the Build Your Own area, running now at Auckland Museum until Sunday 13 October.
Streaming subscription of his choice
Since there are countless streaming services today, it’s impossible to subscribe to all of them, especially if you’re on a budget. Chances are, dad is the one footing the bill for some of these services, so why not take one of them off your hands?
Sign him up for a yearly subscription to Netflix to see all the latest documentaries, Disney+ for everything Marvel and star WarsSky Sport or Spotify Premium.
NZ Herald Premium Subscription
If Dad is a news fan, you can keep him updated with a gift subscription for NZ Herald Premium.
Choose between three, six or twelve months Herald Premium access or have the newspaper delivered directly to your home daily or on weekends.
