Still looking for the best way to spend some quality time with your dad for this Father’s Day? For the Asians in us, we at Spotlight West have some ideas on how to best treat your dad!
1. Father’s Day Dim Sum
Although there won’t be any Father’s Day discounts or specialties at local Chinese restaurants — unlike at those fancy brunch spots — spending a late Sunday morning to enjoy a full spread of delicious dim sum with dad while sipping on some sizzling hot Pu’erh would still be a rather welcoming plan for this Father’s Day. After all, sitting around a table of food is our favourite form of quality time, especially in Vancouver! Some of our top recommendations in town include Chef Tony Seafood Restaurant, the Deluxe Chinese Restaurant, Sun Sui Wah Seafood Restaurant, Dynasty Dumpling House, and Kirin Restaurant.
2. Visit a Local Craft Beer Brewery
Ok, maybe Craft Beer isn’t a typical Asian parent thing to do. But he might enjoy trying something different. If you missed the Vancouver Craft Beer Week this year, you still have a chance to taste some of the highlights by taking your dad to one of the breweries it showcased. Our recommendations include the Grapefruit Radler from Parallel 49 and the London Fog Ale from Faculty Brewing. Or better yet, why not indulge yourselves in the Father’s Day Brunch offered by Craft Beer Market? There’s never a bad day to enjoy a good beer.
3. An Urban Getaway at Parq Vancouver
Weekend getaways are not just for Mother’s Day or Valentine’s Day; a father could use some serious replenishing time too. The Parq Vancouver in downtown (right beside BC Place) which opened late last year might offer some fresh experiences for your family to relax. There are luxury hotel rooms, a world-class casino, whiskey lounges, and a rather sophisticated Asian food scene with 1886 Chinese Fine Dining — all in one place for your dad to experience.
4. BC Family Fishing Weekend
You know what they say — a bad day at fishing is better than a good day at the office. If your dad’s into spending his weekends on the water, take advantage of the upcoming BC Family Fishing Weekend, which happens from June 16 to 17. It’ll be the only time this year for Vancouverites to do some license-free fishing!
5. Vancouver Canadians’ Annual Father’s Day Catch
Maybe your dad is the athletic type, or at least tries to stay in shape. Bring your baseball gloves and balls down to Nat Bailey Stadium for a fun (and, “look dad, it’s free!”) tradition with the Vancouver Canadians’ annual Father’s Day catch. Hosting it again this year on June 17th between 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., the club wants you to bring your father onto the field as they invite everyone to their home turf to spend the day the good old fashioned way — with some catch.
6. Watching Golf
For those with dads who might appreciate some alone time on his appreciation day, set him up with his favourite snacks, turn the T.V. on to the US Open, and give him some peace and quiet for the afternoon. Or better yet, watch the golf tournament with him and show genuine interest in wanting to learn more.
7. Prepare for the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival
Finally, don’t forget that the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival is also coming up! Invite your dad to join you in watching the annual Vancouver Dragon Boat race hosted by Concord Pacific, or getting ready for the annual celebration by preparing traditional foods together, such as rice dumplings. There’s a chance he might prefer that you make it and he eats it, but as long as you end up spending time with your parents, they’ll appreciate it!
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