With just a few days left before dads’ day, here are a few suggestions for wine books you can pick up at the local bookstore or order quickly off Amazon. Hugh Johnson’s Pocket Wine Book 2008 - This is a classic little volume perfect for sneaky glances while out at a restaurant where you need a reminder on the best years for a French Burgundy. It has seviceable wine … [Read more...] about Classic Wine Book Gifts for Dads
Gifts for Dads
Sony MYLO Personal Communicator – a good alternative to iPhone and iTouch with some different benefits
Sony MYLO Personal Communicator - (around $200) If you like to surf the internet and need a device that does it all better than most cell phones, the MYLO is a fun gadget. This “Personal Communicator” works on the 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi standard making it easy to join wireless networks. Unlike an iPhone though, it is set up to make free Skype calls (to other Skype users and for a … [Read more...] about Sony MYLO Personal Communicator – a good alternative to iPhone and iTouch with some different benefits
A Few More Gift Ideas for Dad for Valentines Day
It’s getting late and maybe you’re sick and tired of yet another reason to buy more stuff. But, it’s hard to break out of this tradition. Most folks give their loved one a little something on Valentine’s Day, even if it’s a hand-written poem or a single rose.Here are a few more thoughts for meaningful gifts for February 14th: Instead of a material gift, give him an … [Read more...] about A Few More Gift Ideas for Dad for Valentines Day
Bein’ a Dad – Still the Best Anthem for Fatherhood Out There
We’ve said before and we’ll keep saying it because if you haven’t heard this song by Loudon Wainwright (he’s Rufus’ dad, if you’re under 40), you’re missing out. At every stage of “bein’ a dad,” this song rings true. The first lines go like this: Bein’ a dad isn’t so bad Except that you gotta feed ‘em… Bein’ a dad can make … [Read more...] about Bein’ a Dad – Still the Best Anthem for Fatherhood Out There
Holiday gifts for grilling dads
1. Electric Grill Brush - $28 - Boy, do I wish I had one of these. We'd grill outside more often. Our grill is caked with who-knows-what caked over the chrome. I brush most of it away, but a lot always remains. To the hardboiled, I know that means good barbecue flavor, but I can't get over eating burnt meat grease. 2. Laguiole 6-Piece Steak Knife set - $42 - This is a treat … [Read more...] about Holiday gifts for grilling dads