You’ve treated mom to brunches, dinners and even breakfast in bed, but this year, you want to give her a little extra TLC. Change things up, move away from tradition and make this one her best one yet. We have a tea, a cooking class and the ultimate — a relaxing spa day at one of our favorites.
Mother’s Day Tea
Fairchild Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables; (305) 667-1651
Cost: $27 for members, $37 for non-members and $17 for children 12 and under
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Fairchild Gardens will host a lovely Mother’s Day Tea on Sun., May 8 from 3-5 p.m. on the Veranda and in the Ballroom of the Jean Ellen DuPont Shehan Visitor Center. Perfect for mothers and grandmothers alike, this afternoon tea will include live music, scones, savories and desserts.
For more info and to make a reservation, call Marnie Valent at 305.663.8059.
Learn to make French Pastries
Sur la Table
438 Plaza Real, Boca Raton; 561-953-7670
Cost: $69/person
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Sometimes, it’s okay to put mom back into the kitchen on Mother’s Day — like this year, when she has the opportunity to learn how to make French pastries at Sur La Table in Boca Raton that she’ll be able to enjoy time and time again. From 10 a.m. until noon on Sun., May 8, instructor Christopher Gaie will demystify the entire process of making French pastries from scratch — and teach the class an easy step-by-step process. Students will learn to make a Fresh Strawberry Financier, French Toast Macarons and classic Profiteroles with Crème Chantilly.
Give Mom the Royal Treatment at Eau Spa
Eau Spa, 100 S Ocean Blvd, Manalapan; (561) 540-4960
Cost: Varies
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Treat mom like a queen and take her to Eau Spa for a day full of pampering. Make a wish at the wishing well, sip on Champagne, relax on the swings in the self-centered garden and spoil her with a Mother’s Day-themed spa treatment like The Queen Mother ($295), where she’ll go on the perfect journey which includes includes a hand drawn bath of exotic florals, oriental teas, and precious oils combined with a hand washing and polishing of the skin, a delicate dry buff, and a warm butter and silk massage.
After a day of relaxing, order a light bite and have it delivered into the Garden area, sneak away to the brunch buffet at Temple Orange or check out the new Breeze Ocean Kitchen – open until dusk – which keeps with the laid-back vibe, offers breathtaking views of the ocean and features a creative Floribbean menu of tacos, skewers and salads, along with frozen treats like their must-order house-made Coconut Sorbet served in a fresh coconut.
Mommy & Me Pre-Mother’s Day Celebration
Whole Foods Market locations
Cost: Varies
Celebrate mom a day early and take her to Whole Foods Market on Saturday, May 7th for in-store activities. From 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., visitors (kids 5 and up) will be able to participate in gift-making activities like decorating a heart-shaped cookie cake ($11) and creating hand-drawn Mother’s Day cards.
While the kids will be having loads of fun creating, moms will be treated tocomplimentary mimosas with the Whole Foods Market’s specialty department.
In addition, Whole Foods Market will be offering complimentary floral wrapping — making this in all-in-one extravaganza.
To find the location nearest you, visit Whole Foods Market online.