Father’s Day gift guide

Down South by Donald Link

Are Bourbon, pork and barbecuing some of your dad’s favourite things? New Orleans chef Donald Link’s latest cookbook Down South pays tribute to all of the above with 110 recipes spanning Gulf Coast seafood, cured meats and other Southern favourites. Clarkson Potter, $38, HBK, bookdepository.com

Vintec Allure Series ALV30SGE wine cellar

This humidity-controlled wine cabinet doesn’t just look the part in sleek brushed-aluminium and glass, it’ll also hold up to 35 bottles of Dad’s top drops and fit neatly under the kitchen bench. $860, vintec.com.au

1803 Knives

We’ve fallen hard for these handmade deer-antler knives from NSW-based artisan design company 1803, and we’re pretty certain any dad will be just as impressed. From $220, 1803.com.au

Nespresso CitiZ travel mug

For coffee-loving dads on the run, this slickly designed travel mug from Nespresso will cement a place in his good books. $25, nespresso.com

Petaluma Father’s Day socks pack

A gift to pad out the sock drawer and the wine cellar, this Petaluma pack includes a bottle of its 2010 Coonawarra cabernet merlot blend and a pair of customised “Mr Meticulous” socks. Score. From $90, petaluma.com.au

Kenwood blender

For the dad with a thing for kitchen gadgetry, Kenwood’s X-Pro blender will help him mix, grind, blend and chop with minimal mess or fuss. $349, harveynorman.com.au

Kamado Joe barbecue

Barbecues: men love them, let’s face it, and your resident patriarch will get endless mileage out of his Kamado Joe. Made using 304 stainless steel, which stands the test of time and the elements, this is an all-in-one griller, smoker and oven that’s just as great for slow-cooking as it is for searing. $1,199, barbequesgalore.com.au

Bleu de Chanel eau de parfum

Blending notes of Sicilian citrus with sandalwood and cedar, Chanel’s new fragrance for men will transport Dad to the Med at a fraction of the cost of the airfare. $162 for 100ml, chanel.com

Glenmorangie original release single-malt whisky

We might be wrong, but we reckon there are very few men out there that wouldn’t be impressed with a bottle of Glenmorangie’s original release single-malt this Father’s Day. $72.21, moet-hennessey-collection.com.au

Maxwell & Williams mugs

Add a little graphic monochrome magic to your dad’s daily cuppa with these chevron-printed mugs from Maxwell & Williams. $19.95 for a set of four, maxwellwilliams.com.au

Louis Vuitton hanging toiletry kit

This toiletry kit in LV’s Damier Graphite patterned canvas is almost too precious to take out of the house, but travel is more fun when you do it in style, right Dad? $990, louisvuitton.com

K490NC noise-cancelling headphones

Noise-cancelling headphones are more than a considerate gift for Dad, his fellow commuters are sure to appreciate them too. These ones from Addicted to Audio are lightweight and they won’t break the bank. $299.95, addictedtoaudio.com.au

Moët Grand Vintage 2006

Here’s a good reason to pop a cork: Moët & Chandon is launching Grand Vintage 2006, the 71st addition to its premium Grand Vintage Collection – just in time for Father’s Day. $95.99, moet-hennessy-collection.com.au

Le Creuset waiter’s friend

When you’re popping fancy bottles, do it in style. This classic, timber-handled piece from Le Creuset is the perfect candidate for the job. $50, lecreuset.com.au

Champagne sabre by Karim Rashid

…Or, like us, impress guests with sabrage to get the bubbly flowing. This polished stainless-steel Champagne sabre from New York designer Karim Rashid will have you lopping those bottle necks like a pro. $299, greatdanefurniture.com

Messermeister Oliva Elité knives

For the dad who takes his blades seriously, these handmade Messermeister knives will be right up his alley. We like the Stealth chef’s knife, complete with a 25cm steel-alloy blade and a sleek olive-wood handle. $259.95, messermeister.com.au

BMW lifestyle suitcase

It’s not quite a sports car, but this suitcase from BMW might be the second-best set of German-made wheels your dad could hope for this Father’s Day. $279, bmw.com.au

Aesop Skin Moroccan Neroli shaving serum

This low-foaming neroli shaving serum from everyone’s favourite Melbourne-based skincare supremoes will be a welcome addition to Dad’s daily regimen. $59 for 100ml, aesop.com.au

Quinoa vodka

Here’s one for the dads who refuse to bend to the brown-spirits stereotype. Fair Quinoa Vodka is made from everyone’s favourite South American super-seed, quinoa. It’s Fair Trade and it comes in a pretty neat bottle – what’s not to love? $72, noblespirits.com.au

Coca-Cola + Riedel Glass

Star glassmaker Riedel has launched a drinking vessel designed especially for Coca-Cola. Soft drink has never tasted (or looked) so good. $39.95 each, riedelglass.com.au

Georg Jensen moonlight grape cufflinks

These sterling silver cufflinks are stylish, fun and just a little bit luxurious – fit for the food-, wine- and fashion-loving man. $535, georgjensen.com.au

Lindt Gold Bar

Say it with chocolate. Lindt’s classic dark chocolate bars are beautifully packaged and dangerously smooth – much like the big man in your life, perhaps? $11.95 for 300gm, lindt.com.au

Natuzzi Re-Vive chair

Dad may not have time to go on a holiday, but a few hour’s rest in Natuzzi’s dangerously comfortable Re-Vive chair will give him the break he deserves. From $3,200, natuzzirevive.com

Pottery Barn Library barware set

This handsome set of glasses, complete with old-fashioned cocktail tumblers, and mouth-blown soda and shot glasses, could be just what the den has been missing. From $9, potterybarn.com.au

Young Henrys Beer & Honey Soap Bar

It has been said that the team at Sydney’s Young Henrys craft brewery scrub up alright. They must’ve been talking about their soap, made from spent grain, beer and honey. $8 per bar, younghenrys.com

Portland General Store Whiskey After Shave Splash

Far from arriving to work smelling like a distillery, Portland General Store’s all-natural Whiskey After Shave Splash is manly, nostalgic, nourishing – and alcohol-free. $28, sorrythanksiloveyou.com

Tudor Heritage Black Bay watch

Time has never been so precious. This spectacular timepiece, both in style and price, features a striking matte blue disc and woven strap that will earn some major brownie points_. $3,850, tudorwatch.com

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101 Legendary Whiskies You’re Dying to Try But (Possibly) Never Will

Maybe he’d rather read about whisky than wear it. The third book from former Glenmorangie marketing director Ian Buxton shines the spotlight on some of the world’s rarest and most exotic drams. Hachette, $29.95, HBK, hachette.com.au