If you’re wondering how to treat your dad on Father’s Day, we’ve got some delicious recipes and ideas for you!  Whether your dad’s into wing night, or brunch, or a farm-to-table dinner with wine pairings, there’s a tasty way to treat him on his special day.

Fisherman dad

If your dad is a man of the sea, he’ll appreciate some delicious homemade seafood recipes. Try the simple, fun, and classic Seafood Boil with prawns, new potatoes, and corn, or a west-coast inspired Cedar Plank Salmon that you can make on the BBQ!
 

If you’d rather leave the seafood to the experts, spoil your dad to some Fish n Chips done right at the Table Café @ Codfathers.

Sweet tooth dad

Dads love desserts! A classic crumble like this 3-berry Crumble from Ina Garten is perfect with a scoop of locally made QB gelato. These homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups are also an awesome and nostalgic choice for any dad with a sweet tooth.
 

Snacky dad

What dad doesn’t love snacking? It’s the best thing to do while watching sports with a cold beer in hand.

Try making him this Oven-Baked Southern Chicken with honey hot sauce – it’s like fried chicken and hot wings combined! This yogurt onion dip  is also a classic snack when paired with ripple chips or homemade yam fries. Just pair with dad’s favourite bev!
 

The Well-Traveled dad

Does your dad love world cuisines and exciting flavours? This simple, delicious, and exotic Bangkok Peanut Mango Pasta is full of flavour and sure to make Dad feel like he’s vacationing abroad.
 

These Lamb Meatballs are another great choice, made with ingredients that will transport you to a bazaar in the Middle East.

Vegetarian dad

If dad loves a plant-based meal, this Veggie Burger from Fraiche Nutrition is a great for Father’s Day dinner!

Serve with all the fixings, like locally grown tomatoes, lettuce, and onions for a real veggie feast. Or, if you’d rather take him out for some vegan goodies, try the Raw Pizza at Glow Juicery or the “Pulled Pork” sandwich at Naked Café.
 

Carnivore dad

A perfectly cooked piece of meat is a thing of beauty, and this Skirt Steak with Chimichurri is no exception.
 

Dad will love the flavours of the grill with the bright and bold herb sauce! This slow-roasted lamb dish is another great option, full of meaty flavour that will knock dad’s socks off this Father’s Day.
 

King of brunch dad

If your dad appreciates a #breakfastofchampions, then you’ll have to treat him to these savoury Baked Egg Crepes that look like they belong in a magazine, and taste amazing too.
 

Another super special option is this Bacon, white cheddar, and chive quiche made with a hashbrown crust – yes, a crust made from cheesy hashbrowns! How epic is that! Get the recipe here.
 

#TreatYoDad to something delicious this Father’s Day. There’s nothing like spending quality bonding time over a great meal!  
 

Kelowna born and raised, Keddy Pavlik of TheTreatLife has been passionate about the local food scene basically since birth. If she's not in the kitchen, you can probably find her at the farmer's market or taking pictures of food. Photo Credit: Jordana Dickson.