Gifts to make dad happy

To remind dad how much we love him, here are some gift suggestions for Father’s Day, Sunday, June 18.

For the dad who played Lego

The Mimipots, handcrafted concrete creations by Myriam Soucy and designed in her Mascouche workshop, are a special gift that will revive the nostalgic fiber of many fathers. To the classic storage compartment that has been part of the collection since its inception, a version adorned with three Lego figurines, molded in concrete, has been added for the occasion. This trinket tray is available in two sizes and in five colors (white, black, grey, marbled black and white as well as marbled gray and white), with gift packaging.

$32 and $40, online and at points of sale

Laila Maalouf, The Press

For Tintin fans

All the fathers who devoured the Tintin albums when they were children will have a blast immersing themselves in this new primer by Patrice Leconte. The French filmmaker says he grew up with Tintin like a big brother and it is with humor that he dives into these alphabetical reflections around the timeless hero of Hergé – even going so far as to bet, to the letter E for “eternity”, that in 50 years, we will still be reading the adventures of the famous reporter. A beautiful book, nicely illustrated with excerpts from the albums, which can be read with a smile on your face.

Tintin from A to ZPatrice Leconte, Casterman, 132 pages

Laila Maalouf, The Press

For those who love family games

To this father who has kept the heart of a child, why not offer hours of family fun with this new edition of Tock’s game, a classic revisited by the creator of Quebec board games Gladius? The large board disassembles into five pieces for easy storage in its library and then assembles in no time. It is even possible to play as a team with groups of four, six or eight players.

$59.99, at outlets

Laila Maalouf, The Press

For those who like to receive

He likes barbecues with the family, preparing cocktails for his guests or simply enjoying the summer while sipping a great classic or a tasty concoction of his own? The Quebec distillery Ubald has just launched its new Essentials collection, which comes in a London dry gin and a vodka – both ideal to serve as a base for cocktails with a summer flavor and resulting from a careful distillation that will please all tastes. palace.

$37.75 per bottle, at the SAQ or online

Laila Maalouf, The Press

For the outstanding storyteller

To the father who likes to tell stories, invite him to tell you his. The autobiographical diary My roots: the story of my life, from the Quebec company L’Assembleuse, will allow him to put into words the highlights of his life and to transmit his wisdom thanks to the hundred questions proposed in this book. A present that he can then bequeath to his offspring when he wishes.

$52, online

Veronique Larocque, The Press

For the outdoor enthusiast

Long hikes in the forest and camping are among the favorite hobbies of the man you want to spoil? The “great outdoors” kit from the Montreal company Les weeds will allow him to take care of his skin, even lost among the birches. In addition to a moisturizing lotion and lemongrass soap, the set includes a soothing ointment, made from a maceration of fresh plantain and essential oils, which will relieve its itching if unwanted mosquitoes make him their target.

$34.99, online and in select stores

Veronique Larocque, The Press

For the spicy food lover

For those who like to feast on spicy food, this is a great opportunity to offer them a selection of hot sauces. La Pimenterie’s discovery box includes six 60 ml bottles with a sometimes very powerful taste, such as Bollywood sauce, or even intended for “thrill lovers”, such as The Forbidden Fruit. Others are more unifying, for example the Oak reaction sauce, with its woody and vanilla notes.

$45, online

Veronique Larocque, The Press

For the photographer of all occasions

Birthday, evening at the chalet or neighborhood party, whatever the occasion, is dad wearing the photographer’s hat? If, in addition, he loves puns, the Quebec company Ouate de phoque has the t-shirt for him. The “daddy radish” of your entourage will look great at the next family event.

$44, online

Veronique Larocque, The Press