It Ain't Easy Being Dad

I won't lie to you, fatherhood isn't easy like motherhood.
-Homer Simpson

Well folks, the one day a year we set aside to give Dads everywhere an official shout out is just around the corner. As familiar as we all are with this national holiday, what most of us tend to remember when we think of Father's Day (especially fathers), are the less than desirable gifts given in his honor. If your dad is anything like mine, he is nearly impossible to shop for. Sure, he'll pretend to be excited about getting golf balls (again), or the gift card from Home Depot that he'll use for something or other that he doesn't really need. And let's not get started on the shirts he'll never wear, the ties he has no room or need for, the socks, the Old Spice. The years pass by, the gifts stay the same. This year, however, can be different. You know the old saying: the way to a man's heart is through his sweet tooth? Or is it his stomach? Well, no matter, the point is, it's true.
This year, set aside routine. Abandon the standard fare. Forget about the run-of-the-mill. This year, be sweet to Dad. Tell him how much you appreciate him, how important he is, how you recognize the sacrifices he's made for you. Then, before it gets too mushy--too sentimental, bust out the cake! Serve your Dad first, it's his day. Then hurry up and serve yourself; the cake won't last long and it was your awesome idea to begin with.

FYI: This decadent and delectable dads cake consist of devil's food chocolate with a chocolate mint filling and is covered with chocolate ganache icing. Priced to sell at $45 plus tax, this 6" cake serves 12 people and waters up to 67 mouths.