Looking for something to do in Tucson this Father’s Day? We’ve got you covered

Co-owner Jeremy Pye, who started Copper Mine Brewing with Jeffrey Kaber, said the pandemic didn’t do as much damage as it could have, thanks to government loans and grants, a dedicated staff and a loyal fanbase.

“We are resilient,” Pye said.

When it comes to choosing a good meal, my dad’s tastes tend to lean toward the shared experience: grazing on charcuterie plates together at local haunts and enjoying cookouts in the backyard with friends and family.

Charcuterie to-go is a big thing these days, and something I am strongly considering for this Father’s Day. Tucson businesses with cutesy names such as Cuts and Slabs Charcuterie, Fig + Feta and Board + Brie, have grown in popularity.

Board + Brie (facebook.com/boardbrietucson) even has a Father’s Day-themed charcuterie board dubbed “The Flight Deck” available. It pairs mini-bottles of whiskey and tequila with a selection of meats and cheeses, fruits and nuts for $95.

If your dad would rather get out of the house, as my parents have preferred after a year of lockdown, the Chef’s Board at Cielo’s, at Lodge on the Desert, 306 N. Alvernon Way, is a tasty way to drop $20, with a delicious combination of artisanal cheeses, dried fruits, nuts, cured meats, jams, pickled vegetables and crostinis to share.