5 Father's Day gift ideas for the foodie father

Father's Day gifts don't have to be boring, particularly if your dad has an appreciation for food. Check out the list below if you're looking for a special Father's Day gift for your foodie father. There's an idea here he's sure to love!

Does your dad love to crack open a cold one now and then? If so, he might be interested in making his own.

• Get him a beer brewing kit for Father's Day so he can make his very own home brew.
• Home beer brewing kits come with all the ingredients needed to brew beer, but the equipment needed might be extra (and usually inexpensive). After he makes a batch, he'll have enough beer to share with family and friends– and enjoy for himself – for a good long time to come.

Many companies sell grill tool sets that feature monogrammed handles. Imagine how thrilled Dad will be to own custom-monogrammed barbecue tools.

• Buy your dad a carrying case to go with the tools, and he'll be even more likely to want to cook you up a delicious feast on the grill.

A professional blender is an investment, but it's one that's worth it for any foodie father who likes to spend time in the kitchen.

• The professional blender can blend and process food, but it can also turn raw vegetables into a hot soup in just minutes.

A professional blender is usually quieter than "regular" models, which means your dad can also make smoothies early in the morning without worrying about waking everyone else up.

There's nothing like smoked cuts of meat to get the appetite going. However, many traditional smokers are too large for most backyard chefs.

• A portable smoker will allow your dad to create smoked creations no matter where he's cooking.
• Portable smokers can be loaded with wood chips, teas and other flavouring food items.
• Once the smoker is lit, the aromatic smoke flavours meats, vegetables and other foods.

Does your dad strive to cook his meat to the perfect temperature every time? Why not buy him a Wi-Fi-connected meat thermometer? Among the latest in high-tech cooking gadgets

• New meat thermometers can transfer heat readings to smart phone apps, enabling the cook to check the temperature of the meat remotely.

With a Wi-Fi thermometer, Dad can make the perfect barbecue without having to get up and miss part of the game. Fun and practical!

Whatever you choose to give Dad as a Father's Day gift, the thing he'll love most about it was that you gave it to him!