Talk about chef’s kiss! These delectable present picks will have your favorite gourmand guy begging for a second helping.
Stumped on the best present for Father’s Day? This fresh new trend just happens to be perfect for any foodie dad! From award-winning kitchen shows to the popularity of the celebrity chef, the culinary world has become a dominant force in the zeitgeist and shoppers are taking note. Culinary motifs are rising faster than your partner’s homemade sourdough—case in point: we've seen a whopping +981% increase in Etsy searches for martini sweaters!*
“This new iteration of dopamine dressing and decor is heating up, with everything from foodie-inspired art to clothing that lets you rep your favorite cocktail with pride,” explains Etsy Trend Expert Dayna Isom Johnson. What better way to honor your own beloved home chef than by jumping on board? Whether he's a practiced baker or king of the grill, these culinary picks make for the best dad gifts.
Read on for a taste of our fave picks for Dad, and if you’re craving some foodie fun for yourself, rest assured we've got you covered, too. Bon appétit!
Chef's kiss gifts for Dad
A feast of great Father’s Day gifts starts here.
A marvelous martini pin
SHOP: Martini enamel pin from Love and Victory, $12
Calling all cocktail lovers! Brooklyn-based Star Seller Meg Moorhouse designed the cutest homage to martini men everywhere.
A hilarious fried chicken tee
SHOP: Fried chicken T-shirt from Batch1UK, $41
Perfect for fried chicken enthusiasts, this cozy cotton tee is designed, printed, and packed by hand in London.
An edgy tea towel
SHOP: Screen-printed tea towel from Claire Manning, $16
Toronto-based illustrator Claire Manning designed and screen-printed this bright tea towel using water-based ink. One gift-giver is obsessed: “You can tell that everything is created with love and care down to the small details! I will actually be keeping the package design to frame.”
A personalized leather apron
SHOP: Personalized leather apron from Gaucholife, $150
This Nappa leather apron is handmade in Buenos Aires, and the vegetable tanning process makes each one unique. “Beautifully handcrafted, exceeding expectations," says one fan. "I got it for my husband for Father's Day and he absolutely loves it!”
A multi-faceted pasta board
SHOP: Six-in-one pasta board from TeWoo SK, $45
This ingenious beechwood board creates six different patterns for serious handmade pasta makers. “I’ll be using it forever and leave it to my family as an heirloom,” says one five-star buyer.
Vibrant kitchen art
SHOP: French prawn kitchen poster print from Almanac Co., from $17
Hello, color pop! UK-based designer duo Matthew and Catherine Shephard created this vintage-inspired French print after visiting Châteaubernard together.
Multi-purpose oven gloves
SHOP: Double-sided printed oven glove from Stuart Gardiner Design, $41
This Britain-made oven mitt is as practical as it is playful: the “tattoos” feature all the conversion tables, roasting times, and chopping guides any home chef could ever need!
A personalized pizza cutter
SHOP: Personalized stainless steel pizza cutter from Oakdene Designs, from $30
Customize this stainless steel pizza cutter with Dad’s name, the year, and thoughtful message. The pepperoni on top? Each cutter comes in a gift-ready mini pizza box!
A ketchup lover’s blanket
SHOP: Condiments knit blanket from Calhoun & Co., $145
Even if he's more of a mustard kind of guy, Dad will surely relish this eye-catching blanket from Brooklyn-based illustrator Kerry Stokes. “Every time I order, they are incredible! My friends have been so happy with their gifts,” says one five-star review.
Beefy wrapping paper
SHOP: Cheeseburger wrapping paper from Gift Couture Paper, $25
Meet the dad jokester at his level. The joy starts before he even opens his gift with this whimsical cheeseburger wrapping paper set, complete with the works.
An everyday-worthy baseball cap
SHOP: Olive oil hat from Compliments of the Chef, $36
Hat’s off to the chef! Represent his foodie bona fides with this in-the-know baseball cap. Because let’s be real—dads can never have too many!
A luxurious leather knife bag
SHOP: Leather knife bag from Brickwalls Barricades, $341
Here’s a sharp gift idea for your home chef: this handmade European leather knife bag featuring 12 knife slots and a unique stain-repellent coating that's easy to wipe down with a damp cloth.
Now it’s time for you to dig in!
Craving a little something for yourself? Not to worry, we’ve found some delicious finds for you, too. From cheese puff necklaces to ceramic sushi trays, this foodie trend is here to stay beyond Father’s Day.
SHOP (clockwise, from top left): Nacho pin from Night Owl Paper Goods, $12; egg coaster from Wildflower Crochet, $8; butter and pasta earrings from Blooblee Jewelry, $67; sushi tray from Hesters Studio, $50; cheese puff necklace from Still Dawning, $60; olive ring from FLEURSDEFITZ, $59; garden print jump suit from MyLittleBelleville, $120
*All data is based on searches between January and March 2024, compared to the same time the previous year.
