20 June 2021 — mark that date down because it’s Father’s Day. Not quite sure what to get him this year? With a gift appropriate for every type of dad out there, this gift guide will be sure to have something for even the pickiest dad.
For the father who stands too close to the TV
Even if he doesn’t, the days of staring at the computer screen would’ve worn his eyes out. Give your dad’s eyes a rest with the RENPHO Eye Therapy Massager ($79.99). This all-in-one device adopts kneading, trigger point therapy, oscillating pressure, and rhythmic percussion massaging. Great for relieving eye strain, eye puffiness, dry eyes, and more. Don’t just take our word for it — with over 5,000 reviews on Amazon, the product speaks for itself.
For the father that always sits with one foot on the chair
Years of working hard for the family has probably taken a toil on his body. Maybe, just maybe, it might be time for a massage. Save him the hassle of heading out and bring the massage straight to him with Aleyda Mobile Spa Massage. Indulge in Solace Therapy, a Native-exclusive treatment that’ll be sure to help him de-stress and relax, and work away all those years of accumulated tension. Treatment table, fresh linen, aromatherapy, and music are all provided.
For the father who blasts WhatsApp videos in the living room
Hearing loss is a natural part of the aging process, but prolonged exposure to loud sounds — coupled with the hustle and bustle of city life — can actually exacerbate the process. Take care of his ears (and yours) with a pair of wireless earbuds. We’d go for the Sony WF-1000XM3 ($349), which provides high-quality sound paired with noise cancellation. Not only will your dad appreciate it, but your whole family will thank you as well.
For the father who cannot cook
Bring the whole family together with a DIY restaurant meal kit. These kits are (mostly) fool-proof and more importantly, fun. Plus, they take all the hard work out of cooking and cleaning up, something mum will be more than grateful for. We recommend the DIY Taco Kit from Papi’s Tacos for a fun, Mexican feast (add on their Pre-Mix Margaritas for some boozy fun). Or try your hand at rolling your own popiah with the Popiah Platter from Po, which elevates the humble popiah we all know and love up a notch or two. Our beloved hawkers make it look so easy — but it’s much harder than it looks.
For the father who loves to whip up a feast
Some dads just can’t cook, and then there are some who can’t stop cooking. Foodie dads are going to love the Anova Precision Cooker ($289). If he hasn’t already hopped aboard the sous-vide train, it’s time to get him onto it. Sous vide is a French method of cooking, where food is vacuum-sealed in a bag and cooked at very precise temperatures. This nifty gadget produces perfectly cooked steaks and other cuts of meat each time, all at the click of a button. What’s not to love?
For the night-owl father
Since midnight supper runs are now out of the question, we’ve got something even better. Let your creativity run wild with the Art Jamming Experience at T-Art Studio. Open until 3am, it's the perfect place to spend some quality time with dad, especially if sleep doesn’t come easily to either of you. After all, the best conversations seem to always happen at night. At the same time, create works of art both of you can take home to look back on and reminisce fondly about.
For liquor-loving father
When is alcohol not a good gifting choice for dad? Woodstock Beverages is an independent boutique beverage purveyor. Working with regional partners, they bring the best of artisanal alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages to the local masses. The Artisanal Alcohol Bundles feature a different alcohol with each bundle, coupled with a few mixers to, well, mix it up a little. Whether your dad is a gin aficionado or whiskey enthusiast, there’s a perfect set for him out there. The price includes free delivery straight to your doorstep, too.
For the fitness fanatic father
We were going to suggest wearable technology, but it seems everyone these days already own an Apple Watch, a Fitbit, or a Garmin. Mix it up a little with a massage tool that’ll help boost recovery and set dad up for his next workout. Small but powerful, the Theragun Mini ($319) utilises percussive therapy to increase blood flow to a specific muscle area. This helps reduce inflammation and muscle tension, breaking up those pesky knots that seem to linger after a hard workout.
