June 14th, 2011

Father's Day Gift Guide Montreal

Whether he’s your daddy or your baby-daddy, we’ve got five gifts that will make him feel like the fab father he is.

He cut his long hair and retired his garage band years ago, but dad is still a rock star in our books. Give him a copy of Does The Noise In My Head Bother You?: A Rock 'n' Roll Memoir ($16.49) by Steven Tyler to remind him that he really rawks! At www.chapters.indigo.ca

Home may not be on the range, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t want to brand his own cattle. This monogrammed forged steak brand ($39.95) from Williams-Sonoma will bring out the cowboy in him. At www.williams-sonoma.com  

With everything dad does for us, it sometimes seems like he’s got the weight of the world on his shoulders. The Travelpro Crew VIII Business Backpack ($130) has numerous pockets to organize his wallet, passport, laptop and other business travel necessities so he can get through security and back home with ease. At The Bay, 585 St. Catherine St. W., Montreal, 514-281-4422, www.hbc.com

He thinks he’s a gourmet chef just because he can man a hot grill. Instead of bursting his bubble, we’re getting him the Ultimate BBQ Set by Le Creuset, featuring a cherry-coloured platter with matching barbecue jar and brush ($135). Find retailers here.

He’s an urban eco-warrior, hitting the streets on two wheels and a briefcase, but finding a suit that doesn’t ride up while he rides is a challenge. The Strellson Meets Bianchi collection of bike-friendly business wear includes sleek suits ($795) that stretch and moisture-wicking shirts ($150) so he can cycle in style. At The Bay, 585 St. Catherine St. W., Montreal, 514-281-4422, www.hbc.com

—JN