Welcome to Like a Dad

Real-life parenting, backyard BBQ, and everyday survival.

I’m Michael, a Toronto dad writing about raising teenage boys, smoking meat on the Big Green Egg, and surviving parenthood with humour intact. Real stories, no BS.

New here? Start with Kids Are Using AI – So Let’s Teach Them to Do It Right or check out the Big Green Egg Recipes for Beginners.

What You’ll Find on this Toronto Dad Blog

Real-World Parenting
From surviving toddler tantrums to the prospect of teaching teens to drive, I’ve been writing about fatherhood for over a decade. Expect laughs, swears, and moments of accidental wisdom.

Big Green Egg BBQ Recipes
I use the Egg year-round (well, mostly), sharing tested recipes for ribs, pulled pork, brisket, and more. It’s low-and-slow meets low-and-dad-energy.

Books, TV & Random Opinions
I rank my favourite TV shows, including my annual Top TV Shows 2025 list, share my wildest NBA opinions, and discuss books I love. Big fans of thrillers will find plenty here, like guides to James Patterson books and even posts that walk you through James Patterson books in order, perfect if you’re binging a series or hunting for your next page-turner. Sometimes serious, often sarcastic, always honest.

Toronto Life, Unfiltered
Personal stories, weird observations, and blog posts that didn’t quite fit anywhere else. Because being a dad isn’t always about kids — sometimes it’s about obsessing over your home office setup.

I started this Dad blog when my kids were still in car seats. Now they’re teenagers with AirPods and eye-rolls. Through it all, Like a Dad has been a place to write, reflect, and connect with other parents who get it.

If you want the full story, check out my About page.

And if you’re interested in freelance marketing work or collaborating, check out my Resume or just get in touch — I’m always open to interesting projects. I have even started a Substack (which is so 2026 of me).

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