Adventures with Dad this Father's Day

Johannesburg, 21 June, 2009 - Here are some great ideas for Father's Day, brought to you exclusively from NetFlorist, specialists in well-thought out gifts for every occasion. Instead of getting Dad a thing this year, why not get him an experience, one he can share with his son. That's what really makes Father's day memorable - special times together.

With this Father and Son shaving kit (R459), the boys can share some male-bonding time learning the tricks to looking good. Little guys always want to imitate their fathers, but with this mock shaving kit for your boy, moms and dads can rest assured that he will walk away with a smooth shave without it being a close shave! Dad, of course, gets the real deal, a stainless steel brush, razor, bowl and stand with Ecoco shaving soap containing soothing Aloe Vera, while the little one's kit consists of shaving foam, a plastic razor, mirror, comb and foam brush. What better way to spend Father's Day than learning some real man stuff from Dad.

Alternatively, pack the boys off with this wonderful Father and Son Fishing kit (R1 349). With a quality rod each, the boys can spend some time learning the tricks to making that big catch, and enjoying each other's company in the great outdoors. For boys and dads who have missed out on the great fishing experience, this excellent kit includes an "all you need to know" manual to fishing by Henry Gilbey including how to find the right spot, bits about tackle, and which fish are good for the fire. And that way, Father's Day becomes a welcome day off for Mom!

Another idea in tune with these "go green and organic" times is to get the family out into the garden, growing their own fresh veggies with this "Digging with Dad" Kit (R349). The kit includes a gardening belt for Dad and a similar belt for your child. Dad's belt comes with a Gardena spade and fork, while the young apprentice will get a spade, fork and trowel of the perfect size, and some carrot and cabbage seeds to get started. Potting about in the garden is a delightful way to spend Father's Day, and after a few weeks there should be some fresh and delicious veggies to show for it.

Luciano Pavarotti once said "One of the very nicest things about life is the way we must regularly stop whatever it is we are doing and devote our attention to eating." So, get your dad into the kitchen this Father's Day with this gourmet Italian Hamper (R999) from NetFlorist, and reintroduce him to the fine art of food and living well. Entitled "Grappa bite to eat", the hamper includes the finest of Italian ingredients, a 500ml bottle of Grappa Capo Di Strato, Limoncello Villa Massa, Grand Padano, Bella Vita Chutney, Bella Visto Pesto, Grissini Bread Sticks and Penne Rigate Pasta. Now you and your dad can assemble and enjoy a great meal together, complete with a little after dinner toot, (for older sons!), a wonderful way to reconnect over Father's Day!