Father’s Day at the Grill: An Elegant Backyard Menu

Robért Fresh Market has everything you need to create a meal worthy of the man of the hour this Father’s Day. We’ve built this celebratory menu from items in our weekly ad (June 11 through 17), making it easy to shop, prep, and serve a meal Dad won’t forget. From bold grilled main dishes to seasonal appetizers and indulgent desserts, it’s all fresh and just a little bit fancy. Dad deserves nothing less.

APPETIZER: Cantaloupe & Black Forest Ham Bites with Baby Swiss

From the Ad:

• Sweet Jumbo Cantaloupes – 2/$5
• Dietz & Watson Deli Sliced Black Forest Ham – $5.99lb
• Dietz & Watson Baby Swiss Cheese – $5.99lb

Optional Ingredient:

• Mint leaves or balsamic glaze (optional)

How to Serve:
Cube cantaloupe into 1-inch pieces. Wrap thin slices of Black Forest ham around a square of Baby Swiss cheese, then skewer with a melon cube using a toothpick. Chill until ready to serve.

Finishing Touch: Drizzle with balsamic glaze or top with a mint leaf for an elevated presentation.

MAIN COURSE: Grilled Ribeye with Sweet Baby Ray’s Compound Butter

From the Ad:

• USDA Choice Boneless Ribeye Steaks – $14.99lb
• Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce – $1.49ea

Sweet Baby Ray’s Compound Butter Ingredients:
Makes enough for 2–3 steaks

• 4 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tbsp. Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce
• 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp. chopped rosemary or parsley
• Pinch of black pepper

How to Make:
Whisk compound butter ingredients until well combined, then chill. Grill steaks to your preferred doneness and top with a slice of compound butter just before serving.

ALTERNATIVE MAIN: Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken

From the Ad:

• Sanderson Farms Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts – $2.99lb

Lemon-Herb Marinade Ingredients to Combine:
For 1½–2 lbs chicken

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp.)
• 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. chopped thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper

Other Ingredient:

• 1 lemon for grilling

How to Make:
Pound chicken breasts to ½-inch thick. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, then grill 2 to 3 minutes per side over medium-high heat. Serve sliced with grilled lemon halves.

SIDE: Loaded Baked Potato Board

From the Ad:

• U.S. #1 Baking Potatoes – 69¢lb
• Food Club Sliced Bacon 12 oz – $3.49ea

Other Ingredients:

• Your choice of shredded cheese
• Sour cream
• Chives or green onions
• Salted butter

How to Make:
Wrap potatoes in foil and bake or grill until soft. (If baking, place in oven at 425 degrees F for about 50 minutes depending on the size of your potatoes.) Create a topping bar with crispy cooked bacon, shredded cheese, sour cream, chives, and butter. Guests can load their own.

ADDITIONAL SIDE: Summer Berry Salad with Cherries, Blueberries, and Lemon-Honey Vinaigrette

From the Ad:

• Sweet California Red Cherries – $4.99lb
• Pint Sweet Blueberries – $3.99ea

Salad Ingredients:

• 1 cup cherries, pitted and halved
• 1 cup blueberries
• 4 cups spring mix or baby spinach (or use romaine if preferred)
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds or chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta (optional)

Lemon-Honey Vinaigrette Ingredients:

Enough for 4–6 servings of salad

• 3 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp. white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
• 2 tsp. honey
• 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard (optional, but helps emulsify)
• Pinch of salt and cracked black pepper

How to Make:

Whisk vinaigrette ingredients together until well combined. In a large bowl, gently toss greens with cherries, blueberries, and nuts. Drizzle with vinaigrette just before serving. Top with crumbled cheese if using.

DESSERT: Cookie Cake à la Mode

From the Ad:

• 12 Inch Decorated Father’s Day Cookie Cake – $11.99ea
• Blue Bell Ice Cream Half Gallon – $5.99ea

How to Make:
Top slices of cookie cake with a scoop of Blue Bell’s finest. It’s sweet, simple, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Drinks for Dad

From the Ad:

• Daou Cabernet Sauvignon 750 ml – $20.99ea
• Blue Moon 6 Pack Bottles – $8.99ea
• Urban South Paradise Park 15 Pack Cans – $16.99ea (LOCAL!)
• Whispering Angel Rosé 750 ml – $17.99ea

Pair a bold red with grilled ribeye or serve a crisp craft beer alongside citrusy chicken.

Celebrate with Flavor, Not Fuss

This curated Father’s Day menu brings together fresh steaks, house-prepared sides, and simple touches that elevate the everyday into something truly special. Shop the ad, plan your plate, and give Dad the gift of a meal made with love.