It’s 2021 people, so yes its time to think outside the box for pops. We love celebrating the superheroes in our life, so we compiled a top list of our favourite gifts for any dad.
1.Have a dad who loves to swig back a few?
Visit Truman & Orange.
Their mission “offering increasingly sophisticated South African drinkers alternatives to the ubiquitous mega-brands that monopolize shelves in South African shops and bars.”
#HelloRecommends you order dad a bottle of Bannermans finest Scottish whisky or if he’s more of a gin fan a bottle of Bloedlemoen handcrafted gin.
2. Have a dad who loves supporting local and loves self care?
Visit Le Natural.
Their mission is to showcase the healing powers of buchu. Buchu have been used for centuries by locals for their incredible healing benefits and enchanting aromas, indigenous to the Cape region of South Africa.
#Hellorecommends you order daddy the natural, sustainable, environmentally friendly Buchu Balm (R265)- it is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, soothes arthritic & rheumatic pain, and it is also a natural remedy for anti-aging, scratches, and bruises.
Or the Man Oil Serum (R267)- with a purpose to moisturize, nourish and protect the skin and beard. The ultimate African experience of natural oils for a natural man.
3.Have a dad who is a purist?
Visit Loxtonia Ciders.
Their mission is to provide a drink that has the concept of ‘orchard to bottle,’ which is paramount in capturing the quality and integrity of the apple throughout the cider. It is gluten-free, vegan-friendly and free of preservatives and artificial additives.
#HelloRecommends you order him a 4-pack of Loxtonia Pale Amber Apple Cider for R99.60.
4.Have a dad who is a wine aficionado?
Visit Delheim’s online shop.
Their mission is to create a wine that pairs wonderfully with a winter casserole and some fine cheese. And to release a flagship wine that stems from its provenance, a single vineyard high against the Simonsberg Mountain that overlooks Stellenbosch and is a consistently excellent block of Chardonnay.
We recommend you order a bottle of the Delheim’s latest vintage, Chardonnay Sur Lie 2020 (R250/bottle).
5. Have a dad who is a cuddlebear?
Visit your nearest Cape Union Mart.
Their mission is to create the comfiest slippers in the world. Quality that lasts and a slipper that look darn cool too. Oh and they have a marshmallow-like inner which ensures extra comfort!
#HelloRecommends you buy him a pair of the snuggliest, cuddliest Men’s Sheepswool Classic Slippers (R699).
6.Have a dad who has a major sweet tooth?
Visit Gayleen’s Decadence(GD) Chocolates.
Their mission is to keep the deliciousness of a chocolate slab but create a healthier option on the South African market.
The choccies are dairy-free and contain no cane sugar as only the very best local raw honey is used.
#HelloRecommends you buy your father a fabulous slab of Himalayan Salt or Rooibos & Matcha (R54.95) and also include him onto their chocolate club.
