Just like food, every dad has his own unique flavor. Maybe yours is the sweet and mellow type, or perhaps he leans more towards the spicy and adventurous side. No matter where your dad may land on the personality spectrum, he deserves to be celebrated in the way that suits him best. That’s why we’ve selected our favorite items found in store for you to gift to the sweet, spicy, or savory dad in your life.
Did you know that every Metropolitan Market location has a dedicated housewares department? (Hint: it may be on a different floor from where you buy groceries!) Knock out your Father’s Day menu and gift shopping in one trip.
The Sweet Dad
#1 Advice Giver, the Sweet Dad is a comforting, soothing presence in your household. He’s always down for deep conversations and offers a steadfast shoulder to cry on. This Father’s Day, care for him how he cares for you—with gifts that are sure to make this sensitive soul smile.
Facial Care: Glow-ups aren’t just for the moms! Every Man Jack and Bull Dog are two skincare brands that we love, formulated with dads in mind.
Spinnaker Chocolate: Sweet dads love sweet things! Spinnaker is an award-winning local brand that makes exceptional two-ingredient chocolate. Dad will love the Belize with Bourbon bar.
Metropolitan Market Chocolate Mousse Cake: For a more indulgent treat, snag a chocolate mousse cake from the bakery.
The Art of BBQ Cookbook: Give Dad some new recipes to chew on in his free time.
The Spicy Dad
“Boring” is not in this dad’s vocabulary. A thrill-seeker through and through, the Spicy Dad knows how to live life to the fullest. When you were growing up, he encouraged you to be brave and dream big—often leading by example. The best gift for the Spicy Dad is one that matches his bold energy.
Stuzzi Hot Sauce: For the dad who douses everything in hot sauce, this handcrafted Italian condiment brings the heat with pure ingredients.
Fishwife Sichuan Smoked Salmon and Sardines with Hot Peppers: A beast-mode tinned fish amped up with spicy elements for full-on flavor on the go.
Woodinville Whiskey: Local, small-batch bourbon bottled exclusively for Metropolitan Market—a foolproof choice for a Father’s Day present.
The Glencairn Glass: Classy and sophisticated, this whiskey glass is thoughtfully crafted for the optimal sipping experience.
N/A Fremont Brewing Beers: A locally made zero-proof brew for the dad enjoying the dry life.
The Savory Dad
Grill master at the tailgate, coach of the high school soccer team, and captain of the summertime pontoon—the Savory Dad can do it all. He’s always ready with a good dad joke…or five. When you were a kid, you could count on him for anything (and let's be honest, you still do). These picks are the way to go for the dad who runs the show.
Hoptimist Figurine and "50 Ways to Play Soccer" Cards: With the World Cup about to kick off (pun-intended), get Dad in the spirit with a cheerful figurine and fun pack of soccer cards.
Lancaster Cast Iron Skillet: A lightweight, high-performing cast iron skillet destined for heavy use in Dad’s cookware arsenal.
Jacobsen Salts and Rubs: A summertime staple for the grill! These hand-ground salts are harvested from the waters of the Oregon Coast for briny and crunchy perfection.
RSVP International BBQ Tools: Are Dad’s BBQ tools looking crusty? Surprise him with a shiny new set!
Happy Father’s Day!
We hope this gift guide helps you show Dad some love this Father’s Day. All these items can be found at your local Metropolitan Market. Stop by your nearest store or shop online!