Get ready! Father’s Day is just around the corner – Sunday, 18th June – and if you haven’t done so already, now’s the time to plan those gifts before it’s too late. We know it can be tough finding the perfect gift to make dad feel special, so we’ve picked a range of delights that will have your dad feeling well and truly appreciated.
Looking to satisfy dad's love for gadgets with a shiny new toy? TEK-Shanghai has everything you could possibly need from headphones and GoPros to Fitbits and Golf Swing Analyzers. But what would really catch his attention? Perhaps a DJI Spark, a compact drone that stands out from the crowd with its built-in obstacle avoidance system (so, no piloting skills needed!), or a NineBot MIni Scooter that will allow him to get around Shanghai in a new and fun way.
Find it: 1134 Biyun Lu, near Huangyang Lu
Tel: 5080 7398; WeChat: TEK-shanghai
Price: ¥3999/DJI Spark Drone, ¥3298/NineBot Mini Scooter Black
For the dad who has everything, why not treat him to some truly unique products from Pinyin Press. Inspired by everyday Chinese culture, you'll find cermics, apparel, cards and more with detailed hand-drawn illustrations, prints and patterns! From lucky cat mugs to baozi t-shirts, there's enough to keep dad smiling with his favourite Asian icons.
Find it: Craft'd, 2/F, 382 South Shanxi Lu, near Fuxing Zhong Lu and other locations.
Head to one of the largest bookstores in Shanghai – Shanghai Foreign Language Bookstore – and you’ll find this entire building is dedicated to your English-language book needs. From current bestsellers, classics and business texts to more genre specific reads on architecture, design and visual arts, this is every bookworm’s dream. What more could a dad want than a good book on a lazy Sunday?
Find it: 390 Fuzhou Lu, near Shangxi Nan Lu
When: Daily, 10am-6:30pm
Tel: 2320 4994
Suitsupply is a brand known for its superfine menswear fabrics and attentive tailoring service – as well as prices that won’t break the bank! Pick up a new suit for your dad, some slick new leather accessories to keep him looking sharp, or even a shiny new pair of cufflinks to jazz up his formal attire.
Find it: Suitsupply, 169 Anfu Lu, near Wulumuqi Lu
When: Daily, 11am-9pm
Tel: 5418 2021
For those with rock n’ roll dads, The Brew will hold the perfect BBQ brunch this Father’s Day. Complete with a live band and a growler of beer for ¥250, this is a Father’s Day to remember. Kids are welcome to bring their bikes to The Brew too!
Find it: The Brew, Kerry Hotel Pudong, 1388 Hua Mu Road, near Fangdian Lu
When: Sunday, 18th June. 11:30am-2:30pm
Price: ¥198/adult, ¥100/child (4-12 years old)
Tel: 21-6169 8886
Express your love and gratitude to dad with a truly remarkable experience on the Bund at The Cathay Room. With an exquisite lunch, he’ll be able to dine on a special selection of Father’s Day desserts as well as receive a TG tea leaf set from this cherished city landmark. Combining historic grandeur and modern amenities, dad will feel truly spoilt.
Find it: 9/F, The Cathay Room, Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu
When: Sunday, 18th June
Price: Brunch ¥698/with free-flow wine, beer and juice; ¥898/with Laurent-Perrier Champagne free-flow; ¥1098/with Laurent-Perrier Champagne Rose, Whiskey or Cognac free-flow
Tel: 021-6138 6881
Whether you choose to celebrate Father’s Day at noon or night, Xuan Bar has a couple of great offers to treat pops. During brunch, all gents will receive a 330ml glass of Hoegaarden to relax with. Whereas in the evening, a great buy one get one free offer will appeal to all burger aficionados looking for a juicy combination of beef, tomato, pickles, onion, bacon and more to bite into. Perhaps dad would like two for himself?
Find it: Xuan Bar, Andaz Xintiandi, 88 Songshang Lu
When: Sunday, 18th June.
Price: ¥118/burger.
Prices subject to 15% surcharge.
Reflecting the locale’s energy, culture and history through locally-inspired cuisine, spirited bars and distinctive design, The Jasmine Lounge offers up a themed dessert and tea cocktail set this Father’s Day. What’s more, all guests who come with their father will get one cigar-shaped chocolate and a voucher for the Willow Steam Spa!
Find it: 9/F, Jasmine Lounge, Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu
When: Sunday, 18th June
Price: Afternoon tea ¥328/one coffee or tea, ¥398/one coffee or tea and one sparkling or red wines, ¥626/two people with two coffees or teas, ¥766/two people with two sparkling or red wines.
Tel: 021-6138 6881
All prices are subject to 15% surcharge.
Are your stomachs up to the challenge of a nine course meal? Combined with excellent views of the Huangpu River, Ambrosia Teppanyaki will provide a delicious set menu filled with freshly prepared dishes right by your tableside. Satisfy his belly with everything from sashimi and teppan steamed codfish to an Australian Waygu sirloin – yum!
Find it: Ambrosia Teppanyaki @ Expo, 555 Shibo Avenue
When: Friday, 16th June to Sunday, 18th June
Price: ¥588/per person
Price is subject to a 10.6% surcharge
One for kids big and small, enjoy a buffet brunch at The Cook. Between 11:30am-2:30pm, dads will be treated to free-flow craft beer, whilst kids can be kept entertained by a bouncy castle and face painting! If your pops is a cowboy at heart, an equestrian sports voucher is also available which includes a 20-minute horse back riding experience and a 20-minute riding theory introduction in the County Down Club.
Find it: The Cook, Kerry Hotel Pudong, 1388 Hua Mu Road, near Fangdian Lu
When: Sunday, 18th June
Price: ¥288/adult, ¥148/child