What's on the Menu on Father's Day?

Father’s Day cookie mug at The French Baker

MANILA, Philippines - The French Baker offers edible gifts for Father’s Day.

Choose from choco chip muffin or blueberry Danish, which come in attractive boxes together with a bag of Tchibo coffee.

Get the limited-edition Happy Father’s Day Cookie Mug with every P1,000 purchase on any of The French Baker products in all The French Baker Brasseries at SM branches nationwide, Landmark Makati and TriNoma, and Robinsons Galleria, Ermita and Otis.

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Weekends with Dad at Dusit Thani Manila

This Father’s Day, be the “giver” by treating Dad to an overnight stay in a Deluxe room at Dusit Thani Manila as it offers “Weekends with Dad” room package with breakfast for two at Basix. Dad can also get a 20 percent discount at Devarana Spa when he avails of the spa’s ala carte menu.

Get all these for only P6,000 net per night. A surprise gift from Powerbooks awaits dads availing of the room package, which is valid from June 19 to 21, and June 26 to 28.

Dads dining for the Sunday Family Crossover Brunch (P1,450 per person) on June 20 will receive giveaways courtesy of the hotel’s partners: Pagcor, Procter & Gamble, San Miguel Coffee, Schick, and Summit Media. Get the chance to win exciting prices like golf caps from Bravo Golf, Davidoff Adventure perfume from Luxasia, white wine from Marks & Spencer, premium items from Toby’s Sports House and Pagcor in the pick-a-price corner.

Entries to the “Why Your Dad is the Best Dad in the World” essay writing contest are on view at the lobby until June 30.

For inquiries, call 867-3333.

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Barbecue buffet at Mandarin Oriental, Manila

Mandarin Oriental, Manila rewards foodie dads with a Father’s Day Barbecue Buffet at Paseo Uno for P1,850++ per person. Tin Hau satisfies Dad’s Chinese cuisine cravings with special set menus.

Prices range from P1,388++ for two to four persons up to P2,388++ per person for a group of eight to 10 persons. Fathers who dine at Paseo Uno and Tin Hau are also entitled to a special raffle ticket for “Playtime for Dad.” Win any of the following prizes: a day of golf for two persons at the Eagle Ridge Club; an intro dive at the Apo Reef Club in Anilao, Batangas; an overnight test drive of the new BMW 5 series; a one-month trial membership at the Mandarin Oriental Health Club; and a relaxing weekend for two persons at Mandarin Oriental Club.

Those who want a getaway in the city can opt for Father’s Weekend Treat, available for the month of June.

Starting at P5,500++ for a Superior Room, the package includes an overnight stay for two persons; P500 Spa credit voucher; buffet breakfast for two at Paseo Uno; a 10 percent discount in all restaurants, including room service; complimentary local calls; and a welcome gift of chocolate and a bottle of wine.

For reservations, call 750-8888 or e-mail momnlreservation@mohg.com.

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King-size, all-meat dishes at Rocksalt

Lavish Dad with love by treating him to a no-holds barred, double-barreled King’s Plate-Duo of Meat at Rocksalt, available only during Father’s Day weekend.

Feast on Butakakuni, braised pork belly in sweet Japanese sauce paired with saffron risotto and braised bokchoy; and adobong tadyang, beef short ribs slowly simmered in red wine served with garlic rice pilaf and pickled veggies.

Rocksalt is at Units 7 and 8 Timog Commercial Complex, Timog Ave. corner Panay Ave., QC.

For reservations, call 332-6751.

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Free shoe bag at Sizzlin’ Pepper Steak

Dads will receive a free shoe bag when they dine-in tomorrow at Sizzlin’ Pepper Steak.

A minimum food purchase of P700 is required to avail of the promo.

The shoe bag is available while supplies last.

Must-try food items are the classic Beef Pepper Rice, the chicken Caesar salad, fish and chips, the juicy burgers, and the sinful Turtle Cheesecake.