14 Fun Gift Ideas for the Foodie Dad

Even the most talented grill chef has been known to flub a flip of a fish fillet or two. Help keep steaks juicy, fish intact, and kebabs stacked with this double-sided spatula. (brookstone.com, $20)

We're guessing that if Dad is a lover of the grill, he's also a sports fan. Maybe even a fanatic? If that sounds familiar, meet the BBQ Guys. Their Website includes everything from this University of Michigan Wolverines branding iron to full-on tricked-out grills embellished with team logos. Equally great for tailgate time or the off-season. (bbqguys.com, $35.99)

Grilling geeks will appreciate the accuracy of Oregon Scientific's Talking Meat Thermometer. If for some reason his grill gets a little too smoky, this audible gadget will come in handy. (walmart.com, $59.99)

As its name so proudly proclaims, the VCR holds two whole chickens — up to 5 pounds each — upright as it roasts. This heavy-duty, stainless-steel roaster has a center reservoir that holds beer, wine, or other savory liquids, which adds flavor and moisture to the chicken as it cooks. (You could also use water, but why?) This particular beer chicken roaster stands out from the rest thanks to removable cones, which allow you to reconfigure the pan as a grill-top skillet for side dishes. (williamssonoma.com, $49.95)

Any meat-loving man would be impressed by this collection of wild game, which includes Top Sirloin Buffalo Steaks, Venison Chops, Wild Boar Sausage, burgers — Wagyu, of course — and D'Artagnan's special Uncured Duck Hot Dogs. (dartagnan.com, $105.99)

Give Dad a taste of the Neelys' secret family Bar-B-Q Sauce and Seasoning. For three generations, these Food Network stars have perfected this Southern-style sauce that brings a bold flavor to pork, poultry, meat, fish, and even vegetables. It'll make you feel like you've landed in Memphis. (Food Network Store, $16.95)

With one little dusting, the master of the meat can turn those sirloins and ribs into gourmet creations. Mix and match a couple of flavors, such as the Texas Rub, the Chicken and Pork Rub, and the Espresso Rub. (stonewallkitchen.com, $7.50 each)

Take all your kitchen appliances and toss them into one unit and you have the 7-in-1 Grill. This gizmo can steam, deep-fry, smoke, boil, grill, and mmm, what else? Oh — your flame can be propane powered or charcoal. Pretty cool. (masterbuilt.com, $179.99)

Does your guy dip into a depression when grilling season ends? Perk him up with this easy-to-clean indoor grill. (amazon.com, $39.99)

If Dad prides himself on his smokin'-hot grill skills, then he'll devour this unique book from Grand World Champion pitmaster Mike Mills. Peace, Love, and Barbecue: Recipes, Secrets, Tall Tales, and Outright Lies from the Legends of Barbecue shares behind-the-scenes stories about the world of barbecue and — most importantly — reveals the prize-winning recipes of many BBQ masters. (barnesandnoble.com, $15.78)

Does Dad love Bobby Flay and French fries? Well, then he's going to love the Iron Chef's secret condiment to spice up crispy potatoes. (Bobby's Burger Palace Fry Sauce, $10)

Is Dad a wine guy? Then what could be more satisfyingly decadent than a rich, buttery, marbled piece of Kobe beef and a tremendous glass of Cabernet? Have that blissful meal on three separate occasions — Father's Day, the holidays, and Valentine's Day — with Napa Valley's Signorello Vineyard's Kobe & Cabernet Club. (signorellovineyards.com, $390 per shipment)

Is Dad the life of the party, happily tending bar at every event? Stock his bar with a cover-the-bases set of eight versatile cocktail mixers from Stirrings, which includes Blood Orange Martini, Cosmopolitan, and Mojito. (stirrings.com, $15)

Is Dad glued to Top Chef? Well, deck him out with Top Chef gear from Bravo, from a chef's coat to the Top Chef Cookbook to the newest addition, Top Chef: The Game. Yes, just like Iron Chef America Wii, Top Chef: The Game lets fans take on the role of cheftestant in the virtual Top Chef Kitchen. Get Dad ready by putting on your best Padma Lakshmi: "Knives down, hands up!" (Bravo, prices vary)