Celebrating Mother's Day with Irresistible Feasts: Restaurant Splendour or Home Comfort?

Mother's Day is a special occasion dedicated to honouring the incredible women who have shaped our lives with love, wisdom, and care. It's a time to express gratitude and appreciation for all that mothers do. 

What better way to celebrate than by treating them to a delightful feast that indulges their senses and shows just how much they mean to us? 

Whether you choose to dine out at a fine restaurant or create a heartfelt meal at home, the options for celebrating Mother's Day in culinary style are endless.

Dining Out: A Luxurious Experience

For those who want to pamper the mothers in their lives with a touch of luxury, dining out at a restaurant offers an exquisite experience. Many restaurants go above and beyond on Mother's Day, offering special brunch, lunch, or dinner menus tailored to the occasion. From elegant fine dining establishments to cozy cafes, there's a venue to suit every taste and preference.

Imagine treating your mom to a lavish brunch featuring decadent dishes like Eggs Benedict, fluffy pancakes with fresh berries, and bottomless mimosas. Or perhaps a sophisticated dinner complete with succulent seafood, perfectly grilled steaks, and decadent desserts that leave taste buds tingling with delight? Many restaurants also offer special Mother's Day promotions, such as complimentary champagne or exclusive prix fixe menus, adding an extra layer of indulgence to the experience.

Home Cooking: From the Heart

On the other hand, celebrating Mother's Day with a homemade feast can be equally meaningful and special. There's something undeniably heartwarming about preparing a meal with love and care in the comfort of your own home. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, there are plenty of recipes and ideas to help you create a memorable culinary experience for the mothers in your life.

Start the day off right with a homemade breakfast spread featuring fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, and freshly squeezed orange juice served in bed. For lunch or dinner, consider preparing a family-style feast with all of mom's favorite dishes, from creamy pastas to juicy roasted meats and vibrant salads. Don't forget to finish on a sweet note with a decadent dessert, such as rich chocolate cake or creamy tiramisu, served alongside a piping hot cup of coffee or tea.

The Personal Touch: Making Memories

Whether you choose to dine out at a restaurant or celebrate at home with a homemade meal, the most important thing is to make the mothers in your life feel loved, appreciated, and cherished. It's the personal touches and thoughtfulness that truly make the day memorable, whether it's a handwritten card, a bouquet of flowers, or a heartfelt toast.

No matter where you choose to celebrate or what culinary delights you indulge in, the most important thing is to spend quality time together, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Mother's Day is a time to celebrate the extraordinary women who have shaped our lives in countless ways, and what better way to honor them than with a feast fit for a queen?

As Mother's Day is tomorrow, consider how you can make the day extra special for the mothers in your life. Whether you opt for the luxury of dining out at a restaurant or the comfort of a homemade meal at home, the important thing is to show your love and appreciation in a meaningful way. 

Whatever you choose, make sure to savor every moment spent together, creating cherished memories that will be treasured for years to come. Happy Mother's Day!

Celebrating the Nurturers: A Mothering Sunday Tribute to All Women From That's Food and Drink

As the fragrance of spring blooms fills the air and the gentle whispers of gratitude echo through the breeze, we find ourselves enveloped in the warmth of a special day - Mothering Sunday. 

Today, we take a moment to honour not just mothers, but all women who have touched our lives with their nurturing spirit, love, and guidance.

To all our cherished female readers, we extend our heartfelt wishes for a blessed Mothering Sunday. Today is a celebration of the profound influence women have had, not only as biological mothers but also as caregivers, mentors, friends, and pillars of strength.

In a world where the roles of women continue to evolve and expand, Mothering Sunday serves as a poignant reminder of the immeasurable contributions made by women in shaping our lives and communities. Whether you are a mother raising children, a sister offering unwavering support, a friend providing comfort, or a mentor igniting inspiration, your presence and love are cherished beyond measure.

Mothering Sunday transcends biological ties, embracing the universal essence of motherhood - the ability to nurture, uplift, and empower those around us. It's a day to express gratitude for the countless sacrifices made, the unconditional love shared, and the wisdom imparted by women from all walks of life.

As we reflect on the significance of this day, let us not forget those who may find Mothering Sunday bittersweet - those who have lost mothers, those longing to become mothers, and those who may not have traditional mother figures in their lives. 

Let us surround them with love, compassion, and understanding, acknowledging that motherhood comes in many forms and shapes.

Today, we should take a moment to honour the women who have shaped us into the individuals we are today. Let us express our appreciation for their boundless love, their unwavering strength, and their endless reservoirs of kindness. 

Whether near or far, let us reach out to the women in our lives and shower them with the love and appreciation they truly deserve.

To all our female readers, on this Mothering Sunday, may you be blessed with an abundance of love, joy, and cherished moments. May you continue to radiate light, inspire greatness, and nurture the world with your beautiful spirit. Happy Mothering Sunday!

Prepare a nice meal for them, or take them out for a feast!

With love and gratitude,

From the team at That's Food and Drink.

Your Mum's special. So gift her a special wine, Feudi di San Gregorio's Cutizzi

As we approach Mother's Day, it's time to start thinking about what to gift Mum on her special day. 

Although it's sometimes difficult to choose a present which reflects your mum's brilliance, Feudi di San Gregorio's Cutizzi, a refreshing and smooth white wine from Southern Italy, is guaranteed to put a smile on any mum's face.

Both the bottle and label for Cutizzi were designed by the late Massimo Vignelli, the celebrated Modernist Italian designer. Its sleek and striking design serves as a graphic translation of the winery's identity: innovative, elegant and timeless.

An obvious gift for any art enthusiast, each bottle of Cutizzi is a testament to Feudi di San Gregorio's core belief that every bottle of wine is a work of art in itself. Just like a mother figure, this exquisite bottle pays a fitting tribute to a mother's impeccable taste.

Allow a glass of Cutizzi to transport her to Italy through its deliciously spicy and floral aromas of vanilla, almonds, and orange blossom. The wines of Feudi di San Gregorio allow one to explore what the beautifully mountainous Italian region of Irpinia has to offer.

The Cutizzi is a thoughtful and sustainable choice for those who champion a greener lifestyle as the multi-award-winning wine producer, Feudi di San Gregorio is firmly committed to their sustainable practices, for which they were awarded their B-Corp certification in 2022.

This wine is perfect for Mums in search of la dolce vita, transporting her to Italy through just one sip. Feudi di San Gregorio's Cutizzi is ideal to pair with a light starter for Mothering Sunday lunch, such as smoked salmon or mozzarella.

You can buy it for her at Vinissimus for £23 https://www.vinissimus.co.uk/en/wine/feudi-di-san-gregorio-greco-di-tufo-cutizzi

Take your Mother to an island paradise with Jura

For those dreaming of island life while counting down the months to their next summer escapade, try award-winning Jura 10-Year-Old.

Close your eyes and prepare to be transported to the spectacular coastline of Jura and its remote, beautiful, beachside distillery.

Jura 10-Year-Old, from the UK’s number one single malt, is expertly finished in the finest aged Oloroso Sherry casks sourced from Jerez, Spain, for an added burst of sunshine goodness.

For those with a sense of adventure, Jura 10-Year-Old is the next best thing to a ticket to island paradise. Break open the seafaring bottle and try the islanders’ take on an Aperol cocktail with a Jura Sunset.

Simply fill a Copa glass with ice, combine Jura 10-Year-Old and Aperol before topping with tonic water. Mix well to combine and garnish with a wheel of fresh orange. Cheers!

Ingredients

25ml Jura 10-Year-Old

25ml Aperol

Tonic Water

Garnish: Fresh orange wheel

Jura 10-Year-Old is available from a range of retailers including Tesco, RRP £39 

https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/299335273

Love Raw? Then You'll Love These: M:lk® Choc Nutty Choc Balls

M:lk® Choc Nutty Choc Balls are are filled with absolutely gorgeous nuttyness and choclettyness (I feel I might have just invented a new word, there!) 

A box of these wonderful delights is the perfect treat for any occasion.

Each box contains nine individually wrapped balls of these, the ultimate plant-based chocolate indulgences.

Great for sharing but also great to just to enjoy by yourself. (Why by yourself? Because you are worth it!) They also make great gifts, so with Mothering Sunday rapidly approaching, these will make the ideal gift for the Mother who loves her chocolates.

Their Nutty Choc Balls consist of crunchy hazelnut coated in a delicious vegan cream and then covered in a crisp wafer shell and finished with their iconic m:lk choc and hazelnut pieces.

Beyond tasting absolutely divinely incredible, they’re free from palm oil and any of that irksome artificial nonsense.

And they are vegan-friendly, too, plus ideal for people who are unable to eat dairy products, so anyone can enjoy them. https://eatloveraw.com/products/m-lk-choc-nutty-choc-balls-box

And please check out their other products, too.

Fine Mother's Day dining for your Mother for free? Let me explain how!

With Mother's Day just around the corner we have rounded up the best menus to celebrate the special woman in your life!

Chinese Cricket Club Restaurant

Available on 10th March for one day only, between 12:30 - 4pm, expect a special Mother’s Day buffet for £42 per person. Highlights include signature Peking Duck showcase and tastings. Appetisers include Vegetable Spring Rolls, Peking Duck Spring Rolls, Tiger Chilli Crispy Beef, Slow Cooked Iberico Ribs and Seven Spice Crispy Tofu Bird’s Eye Chilli.

Mains include Wok-Fried Beef with Double Mushroom & Oyster Sauce, Sweet & Sour Chicken, Sauteed Shrimp with Black Bean Sauce, Sauteed Squid, Vegetarian Roasted Duck with Black Pepper Sauce, Vegetable Noodles, Vegetable Egg Fried Rice (Carrot, Asparagus, Chinese Mushroom, Garlic) and Steamed Jasmine Rice.

Enjoy fruit and a small selection of desserts to finish. For £5, add a Malfy Pink Rose (Pink Grapefruit) with Aromatic Fever Tree or a non-alcoholic option, the Yuzu & Cucumber Fizz.

Children from 6 - 12 years can enjoy the buffet at a 50% discount (£21).

Book here https://rb.gy/4apn6c

You'll find the restaurant within the Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars, 19 New Bridge St, London EC4V 6DB.

Mint Leaf London Restaurant

Spoil the beloved Mothers and Mother figures in your life this Mother’s Day. Mint Leaf London invites Mums to dine for free* and feast on a magnificent three course menu created especially for Mother’s Day. 

Celebrations kick off with Motherhood, an expertly crafted cognac cocktail with notes of almond and banana. Followed by an enticing selection of appetisers including Garlic and Thyme Chicken Tikka, Dill and Honey Tandoori Salmon and Chickpea and Potato Chaat.

Feast on Neelgiri Chicken, Fish Moilee or Paneer Makhani, all accompanied by Tadka Dal and steamed rice or naan. End on a sweet note with a light and sophisticated Rose Petal Cheesecake.

This menu is priced at £45 per person and will be available on the 9th & 11th March. 

For a Mother’s Day experience that will delight the whole family, book now here https://rb.gy/7fdwf4

*Mother’s dine for free, valid for one mother per booking. You will find Mint Leaf London at Bank, 12 Angel Ct, London EC2R 7HB.

Heartfelt Gestures: Home Cooked Treats for Mothering Sunday

As Mothering Sunday approaches, it's the perfect opportunity to express gratitude and appreciation for the most important woman in our lives, our mothers. 

While gifts and gestures are wonderful, there's something undeniably special about the personal touch of homemade treats. 

This Mothering Sunday, let's celebrate with heartfelt culinary creations that not only tantalise the taste buds but also warms the heart.

Reflecting on Motherhood:

Mothering Sunday isn't just a day for brunches and bouquets; it's a chance to reflect on the selflessness, love, and dedication that mothers embody every day. As we gather to honor these incredible women, let's acknowledge the significance of their role in shaping our lives.

The Power of Home Cooking:

In a fast-paced world filled with convenience foods, home cooking holds a unique charm. It's a labour of love that transcends mere sustenance, carrying with it memories, traditions, and a sense of belonging. What better way to celebrate Mothering Sunday than by pouring our hearts into the kitchen?

Wholesome Breakfast Delights:

Start the day off right by treating your mother to a leisurely breakfast in bed. Whip up a lovely omelette, or perhaps opt for a classic eggs Benedict served with a side of crispy hash browns. Don't forget a steaming cup of her favorite coffee or tea to complete the spread.

Delectable Afternoon Indulgences:

As the day unfolds, surprise your mother with a selection of afternoon treats to enjoy together.

 From freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam to delicate finger sandwiches filled with cucumber and smoked salmon, there's something delightfully indulgent about an afternoon tea spread. For those with a sweet tooth, homemade cakes, biscuits, or fruit tarts are sure to satisfy.

Nourishing Dinner Creations:

Cap off the day with a heartfelt dinner prepared with love. Whether it's her favorite comfort food dish or a gourmet creation you've been eager to try, the key is to infuse every bite with thoughtfulness and care. 

Consider setting the table with candles and flowers to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for an intimate family dinner. But make sure Mother does not need to do any tidying or cleaning. Let her relax with a glass or two of her favourite Prosecco whilst the cleaning up continues.

Beyond the Kitchen:

While delicious food certainly plays a central role in Mothering Sunday celebrations, it's important to remember that the most meaningful gifts often come from the heart. Take the time to express your appreciation verbally, write a heartfelt card, or plan a meaningful activity together. Whether it's a leisurely stroll in the park or a cozy movie night at home, the simple act of spending quality time together can be the greatest gift of all.

Mothering Sunday is a time-honoured tradition that reminds us to pause and reflect on the invaluable role of mothers in our lives. This year, let's go beyond store-bought gifts and lavish gestures, and instead, shower our mothers with the warmth and love that only home-cooked treats can provide. From decadent breakfasts to intimate dinners, let's celebrate the extraordinary women who have shaped us into who we are today. After all, there's no sweeter way to say "thank you" than with a homemade treat made with love.

The Best Mother’s Day Deals for the Unstoppable Women In Your Life? It's CLOUD NINE

There’s no denying it. When we look incredible. We feel incredible. So at CLOUD NINE, we exist to do better by hair. Giving you all the confidence of feeling at your best. With none of the compromise on your hair’s health.

Because great beauty tools aren’t just the ones that make you look amazing today. They’re the ones that look after your hair tomorrow.

Whatever your hair type. Whatever your style. Our intelligent Irons, Wands, Dryers and Beauty Devices are designed to deliver instant feel good. Again and again and again. #WeTheUnstoppable.

At CLOUD NINE, They may be a global brand but we were born in Yorkshire and still call it the home of their HQ to this day.

CLOUD NINE offers Klarna and it really couldn’t be easier to use. Simply select which award-winning CLOUD NINE products you would like, adding them to your bag as usual. Then, choose whether you’d like to pay in 30 days or in 3 instalments. The first instalment is taken at checkout.

For just £99 – Choose The CLOUD NINE Original Hot Brush (RRP £159), The Airshot (RRP £159) or The Curling Wand (RRP £139)

For FREE – Get the CLOUD NINE Redefine Beauty Sculpting Device (RRP £149) as a complimentary gift with purchase with the Premium Collection

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, CLOUD NINE is offering the best bundles and exclusive deals across its haircare and skincare tools.

Give the gift of confidence with CLOUD NINE and celebrate that special female figure in your life, this Mother’s Day.

CLOUD NINE HAIR

Elevating the nation’s hair game, CLOUD NINE is on hand to deliver salon-quality at home with incredible offers on a range of styling tools.

The best Mother’s Day Sale will be available until 6th of March, and during this time the brand is offering:

Save £60 on The Original Hot Brush, now available for just £99

Save £60 on The Airshot, now available for just £99

Save £40 on The Curling Wand, now available for just £99

Additionally, students can also redeem up to 20% off with Unidays.

Until 26th of February, the innovative hair tech brand is also offering:

The Magical Duo (worth £47) for FREE including The Magical Potion and Magical Remedy with any Core Collection Styling tools including The Original Iron, The Curling Wand and The Airshot.

The Magical Duo (worth £47) for FREE including The Magical Potion and Magical Remedy with any product from The Premium Collection featuring The Original Iron Pro, The Wide Iron Pro and The Airshot Pro.

From the 27th of February to the 6th of March, the brand is offering:

The Luxury Dressing Brush and Magical Remedy as a FREE gift with any Core Collection Styling Iron, Curling Wands and The Airshot.

CLOUD NINE BEAUTY

CLOUD NINE’s professional range of skincare tools are the perfect gift to help everyone feel unstoppable.

From the 27th of February to the 6th of March, CLOUD NINE is offering:

The Redefine Beauty Sculpting Device (worth £149) as a FREE gift with any product purchased from The  Premium Collection.

The Conductive Gel (worth £69) as a FREE gift with any CLOUD NINE Beauty Tool including The Revive and The Rejuvenate.

https://www.cloudninehair.com

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Celebrate Your Mum This Mother's Day with Langham Sparkling Wine

Nothing says celebration quite like the bold, iconic sound of a cork popping out of a bottle of sparkling wine. 

And what better way to celebrate your mum and everything she does for you than an elegant bottle of Sparkling Rosé from one of England's finest wine estates?

The Langham Wine Estate is a single vineyard estate nestled in the beautiful Dorset countryside. Taking the greatest of care and pride in their craft, they hand harvest the grapes and take a low intervention approach to their wine-making. 

Not only that but in 2020 the Langham Wine Estate won the coveted Best Sparkling Wine Producer award at the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC), beating some of the best French champagne houses as well as sparkling wines from around the rest of the world. The previous year, the award was won by Veuve Clicquot.

Langham Sparkling Rosé is delicious on its own and is also exceptional with food being rich and open with a dry finish. It's elegant and complex with noses of raspberry and pomegranate. Made using the same Traditional Method as Champagne, it has a minimum of 24 months ageing on the lees and a further 6-12 months ageing on cork after disgorgement. The rich sunset pink colour makes it a perfect gift for Mother's Day.

It costs £34.95 and is available directly from Langham Wine Estate and can be purchased with a beautiful wooden gift box for just £5.45.

https://langhamwine.co.uk/product/rose-nv19

Treat Mum to Delicious Handmade Flapjacks This Mother's Day from Flapjackery

Mothering Sunday or Mother's Day is just around the corner, presenting us with the perfect opportunity to pamper those motherly figures in our lives with delicious flapjacks from Flapjackery.

Spoil Mum in the comfort of her own home with a selection of their delectable, gluten-free flapjacks, lovingly handcrafted on the edge of Dartmoor in Devon using only the finest of British ingredients. 

Packaged in 100% recyclable materials, these treats offer the ideal accompaniment to a special afternoon tea. Or breakfast, or what about a Mother's Day picnic?

Choose from Flapjackery's enticing Mother's Day offerings:

NEW Mother's Day Hamper £32

New to Flapjackery Mother's Day gifts is a sumptuous gluten-free hamper bursting with an array of delectable treats that promises to give mum the sweetest of days.

The hamper includes:

A large chunk of  Clotted Cream, Raspberry Millionaires, and Salted Caramel Brownie Flapjack

Happy Mother's Day Bar of Chocolate inscribed with the message "Happy Mother's Day" in white chocolate, adding a personal touch.

A bag of Orange Tiffin.

A bag of Vanilla Fudge

A bag of Honeycomb Clusters, which are sublime dollops of rich milk chocolate infused with crunchy honeycomb.

Mother's Day Box of 3 - £14.00

Make Mother' Day extra special with a thoughtful gift that won't break the bank. This box of six generous half pieces of flapjack chunks features irresistible flavours: Clotted Cream Fudge, Raspberry Millionaires and Salted Caramel Brownie. Each bite delivers the perfect balance of crunch and crumble, making these handcrafted flapjacks an utterly delicious treat. Delivered to the doorstep in recyclable packaging, they are crafted with care using premium British Oats and topped with mouthwatering toppings.

Each flapjack is individually wrapped for freshness and convenience and is suitable for home freezing, ensuring that the delicious taste can be enjoyed at any time.

Mother's Day Box of 6 - £26.40

For the ultimate Mother's Day gesture, opt for our box of twelve heavenly half pieces flapjack chunks. This assortment includes Clotted Cream Fudge, Raspberry Millionaires, Salted Caramel Brownie, Caramel Brulee, Millionaires and Honeycomb Rocky Road, sure to bring joy to every mum's heart. With the perfect amount of crunch and crumble, these gluten-free delights are packaged in eco-friendly materials and crafted with the finest British Oats.

Each flapjack is individually wrapped for freshness and convenience and is suitable for home freezing, ensuring that the delicious taste can be enjoyed at any time.

Create Own Box of 8 (£32) or 12 giant flapjacks (£48) 

This Mother's Day craft your very own bespoke flapjack boxes filled with your Mum's favourite flavours. Handmade in Devon using only the finest locally sourced ingredients, Flapjackery's artisan flapjacks are gluten-free, ensuring quality and taste in every bite.

Choose from a box of 8 or 12 giant flapjacks, or opt for one of their unique message boxes featuring a giant millionaire's flapjack with Happy Mother's Day written in white chocolate - the perfect touch for this very special occasion!

Once the box size is selected, the fun begins with choosing from Flapjackery's wide array of traditional and unique flapjack flavours. From classic favourites to innovative creations, there's something to satisfy every palate. 

Order online at www.flapjackery.co.uk

Swizzel's make perfect Mother's Day treats

Swizzels’s popular range of sweets is perfect for Mothering Sunday/Mother's Day gifting.

From Squashies to Love Hearts and Drumstick Lollies, the UK’s favourite sweet maker’s sweets are all about spreading love, making it the perfect gift to show someone you care.

This Mother’s Day, some popular Swizzels treats include:

Best-selling Sweet Shop Favourites Tubs, packed full of Drumstick Squashies, mini Love Hearts rolls, Refreshers Chews, Fizzers, Fruity Pops, Double Lollies and Parma Violets, available nationwide from major supermarkets and convenience stores, RRP £5.

Vegan Variety Bags range including Scrumptious Sweets, Curious Chews and Luscious Lollies, packed full of Drumstick Lollies, Fizzers, Mini Love Hearts Rolls, Parma Violets, Fruity Pops, Double Lollies, Refreshers Chews, and more, available nationwide from major supermarkets and convenience stores, RRP £1.25.

Love Hearts range: Love Hearts Gift Drums, packed full of Love Hears mini rolls, now sold at B&M, RRP £2.50. Additionally the range includes Originals Love Hearts hanging bags, RRP £1.25 all available nationwide from major supermarkets and convenience stores.

Swizzel's have been making sweets for generations of adults and children since 1928.

https://swizzels.com

Make sure your Mother is choc-full of love this Mother's Day with Monty Bojangles

If you are looking for a way to show your thanks and say I love you this Mother’s Day? Nothing does it quite like some utterly delicious chocolatey truffles! 

So, this Mother’s Day, why not show your Mum or the one you love a whole choco-lot of love with a magically moreish gift from Monty Bojangles, the multi-award-winning UK confectionery brand? (And That's Food and Drink can confirm that the reason they have won multiple awards isn't down to clever marketing, it's all down to the fact that they are 100% guaranteed to be absolutely and utterly delicious! Trust me. I know these things!)

Monty Bojangles Mother’s Day Bouquet – Waitrose, Amazon £5.49

The ultimate Mother’s Day gift for any true chocolate fan, this glorious gift box contains 12 individually wrapped Choccy Scoffy Cocoa Dusted Truffles. With this vegetarian-friendly truffle recipe being Great Taste Award winning, what better way to show them you think they deserve a place on the winners’ podium this Mother’s Day?

Monty Bojangles Choccy Scoffy Cat Tin – Amazon, Sainsbury’s, £15

Whilst the chocolatey truffles will soon be devoured, this keepsake tin will last forever, just like your love for Mum! Filled with 14 of Monty Bojangles’ award-winning original rich and chocolatey truffle recipe truffles, coated with a generous dusting of exquisite bitter-sweet cocoa powder, this stunning gift is sure to put a smile on her face this Mother’s Day.

Monty Bojangles Gift Wrapped Chocolatey Truffle Collection – Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, £7.50

The perfect chocolatey treat for your loved one this Mother’s Day, this gift-wrapped collection is filled with an assortment of Monty’s Cocoa Dusted Truffles, including Chocolatey, Butterscotch Chips, Candied Orange Peel and Salted Popcorn Flavour with Crispy Wafer Pieces, what’s not to love?!

Monty Bojangles Choccy Scoffy Chocolatey Truffles – Waitrose, Sainsburys, Tesco, £3.75

Monty Bojangles’ signature pure chocolatey truffle flavour, Choccy Scoffy, is a prestigious Great Taste Award winner. With the delicately soft chocolate truffles delivering an intensely chocolatey experience full of delicious mouthwatering flavours, Choccy Scoffy is not a Mother’s Day gift to be scoffed at! Featuring 14 individually wrapped truffles, the true test of love will be whether the family let her enjoy them in peace…

Monty Bojangles Truffle Selection – Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, £3.75

Give the gift of a taste sensation this Mother’s Day with Monty Bojangles award-winning Truffle Selection. Dubbed the tastiest truffles in the kingdom, winning prestigious Great Taste Awards, the 135g box includes a selection of Cocoa Dusted Truffles, with Chocolatey, Butterscotch Chips and Raspberry & Popping Candy.

Monty Bojangles Milk Chocolate Belgian Flaked Truffles – Sainsbury’s, Amazon £4.50

The perfect gift for the chocoholic in your life, these Great Taste Award winning indulgent flaked truffles feature a luxurious soft truffle centre with creamy flavour notes that melt in your mouth. Coated with a thick creamy milk chocolate shell and finally sprinkled lavishly with utterly moreish Belgian milk chocolate flakes, they’re presented in a beautiful gift box, giving you extra brownie points this Mother’s Day!

Monty Bojangles Magnificent Luxury Belgian Chocolates – Sainsbury’s, Amazon £5.50

The perfect gift for the mum who enjoys a little treat with her tea or coffee, this magnificent assortment of Belgian chocolates gives the gift of an unforgettably indulgent experience! Made with RFA chocolate offering an assortment of filled milk, dark & white Belgian Chocolates, the chocolates are all beautifully hand decorated for a really spectacular finish!

https://montybojangles.com 

2024 Mother’s Day Literally Gift Guide

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we have the ultimate gift guide for all the book loving mums out there, and for every taste, too. So if your mother likes to nibble on biscuits, sip coffee or enjoy a glass of wine whilst reading a new book, these books are what she'll love! Available on Amazon and via all good bookshops.

Whether your mum loves a gripping page-turner or a laugh-out-loud read, there is literally (and I chose that word deliberately!) something for everyone.

The Mother of Honey by Ana Maria Luisa

This story takes the reader from the harsh conditions of rural Brazil to the concrete jungle of Sao Paulo. Readers follow Iracy's journey which is filled with love, loss, and triumphs. 

Along the way, she and her sisters Maria and Ana Maria Luisa are confronted with the harsh realities of the lives of indigenous and African slaves in colonized Brazil and the formation of the first mixed-race families.

If you're looking for a book to keep your Mom on the edge of her seat, this book is a must-read. It's a powerful testament to the human spirit and a celebration of the triumphs that can come from the darkest of places.

Spanning generations from Brazil to England and India, The Mother of Honey makes for the perfect Mother’s Day gift.

Beyond Beige by Sylvie Boulay

Old age. It's something most of us get, whether we want it or not. This book is about the joys and horrors of our old age. Sylvie Boulay writes: "It will show you the uncensored reality of my experience and that of women who confided in me. You will find humour, despair, and some gritty bits but absolutely no euphemisms.

Unflinching, honest, and relatable, this illustrated book is neither a celebration of nor a complaint about old age. It is the simple, unadorned truth of a life. Fully illustrated throughout with cartoons and drawings, this fantastic new title shines the brightest of lights on ageing as a woman."

Beyond Beige is the perfect gift this Mother’s Day for mums with a sense of humour!

Thirty-Eight Days of Rain by Eva Asprakis

Androulla is 24 and recently wed when she discovers she is infertile. In a bid for Cypriot citizenship she is undergoing adoption by her stepfather, and wondering if she will have to adopt a child one day herself?

As the reality of her situation sets in, Androulla's marriage begins to unravel. Between migration departments and doctors' appointments, she learns she must question what it means to be from somewhere, what it means to be a woman and, when an impossible choice presents itself, which of those things means the most to her? It's an unflinching literary novel that explores themes of womanhood, infertility and PCOS, immigration and complex family dynamics. For fans of Conversations With Friends & Breasts and Eggs.

Bright Midnights by L.S. Delorme

As Amelie finds herself increasingly drawn to Clovis, who is an alluring and mysterious young man who she meets in a dream, who hides a secret, she learns his story, establishes how it intertwines with her own life and finally discovers how to live her life in the real world. Until her own secrets are revealed to the wrong people and that world is turned upside down.

Bright Midnights is the second in the Limerent Series and continues in the thought-provoking and beautiful style of the first as it considers different dimensions, different ways of looking at the world, and the transcendental power of love. This is the described as the paranormal romance to gift this Mother’s Day.

She Can Prosper by Diane Watson

Diane Watson is an award-winning, distinguished financial advisor, entrepreneur, and the passionate founder of 'She Can Prosper.' It's Diane's firmly held view that you can afford to take risks if you stay informed and remain continually aware of what is happening around you. 

Through her work as a financial advisor, she witnessed far too many women who she believed were abdicating responsibility for their finances to their partners. The realisation was that women who did not take control of their finances were being left vulnerable and potentially severely impacted later in life. 

Their lack of knowledge or input into shaping their financial future was the catalyst to write this book. The book aims to provide women of all backgrounds with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to take control of their financial destinies.

She Can Prosper is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, whether your mum is super financially savvy or not at all, there’s so much to learn for everyone.

Walker's Shortbread. The sweet way to show your Mother you love her

There are two absolutely delicious gifts produced by the iconic Walker's Shortbread baker's that your mother is sure to absolutely love.

The team at Walkers's Shortbread has curated a few of their most beloved products to create the ultimate gifting selection.

And what better way could there be to show your appreciation this Mothering Sunday/Mother’s Day than with a delicious treat that can be enjoyed over and over 'til the last crumb is eaten?

Whether it’s your shortbread loving mum or nan, or a treat for that special someone who’s always looked out for you? These are ideal.

The Deluxe Mother's Day Gift Box (RRP: £40), includes 11 of Walker’s delicious shortbread products, including the famous Shortbread Fingers and Shortbread Rounds, as well as Stem Ginger Shortbreads, Orange Royals and White Chocolate & Raspberry biscuits.

The Mother’s Day Gift Bag (RRP: £20), includes a gorgeous 'With Love' tin of Shortbread Rounds, NEW shortbread assortment in Walker's updated packaging, a box of Ginger Royals and our White Chocolate & Raspberry biscuits for an extra indulgent treat.

The keepsake tin is full of scrumptious all-butter thistle shaped shortbread and can be used to keep mementos in long after the shortbread has been enjoyed.

Each gift comes with a Walker's gift card and customised Mother's Day message. Share these special treats with your loved ones – and make them go one step further by re-creating some amazing no-bake shortbread recipes at home! 

You can learn more here about the recipes and place your orders with Walker's Scottish Shortbread who have been making absolutely delicious Scottish shortbread throughout three centuries, having first began baking in 1898, here: https://www.walkersshortbread.com/product-category/shortbread

Sandford Orchards' New Bubbles & Chocolate Hamper

Sandford Orchards has just launched a brand new hamper, perfect for Mothering Sunday aka Mother's Day. 

It contains two bottles of their fine sparkling ciders and two bars of delicious Willy's chocolate, all lovingly handmade in Devon. 

The first cider is Katja, created from Katy apples that are pressed and fermented cool with a white wine yeast to enhance their fresh and fragrant apple characteristics. The result is an elegant sparkling-wine like drink and a fabulous British alternative to Prossecco. 

The second cider is Katja Rosé, which is created using the same method but the skins of Rondo grapes are added during the fermentation process to give it a beautiful blush colour. The result is a sparkling cider which tastes of sun ripened cherries and peaches with notes of apple blossom and candyfloss, balanced with tannins from the wineskins. 

For further informition on Sandford Orchards please visit www.sandfordorchards.co.uk, follow Sandford Orchards on X, Facebook and Instagram. 

Melt the heart of your Mother or the love of your life with cheese

Whilst it's lovely to treat your Mum to chocolates and flowers on Mothering Sunday aka Mother's Day, or your lover or spouse on Valentin'e Day, for a unique moment that you can savour together the world of European cheese offers variety, complexity and flavours to fall in love with. 

From the best-ever toasted sandwich for breakfast in bed, an intimate chat over a French cheeseboard to a carefully-curated cheese gift box, cheese offers the ultimate treat whatever your budget.

To recreate the nostalgia of bringing Mum or your spouse breakfast in bed, put together a meltingly memorable cheese toastie using a mix of soft and grated hard cheeses to suit their tastes. Cheeses that are well suited to melting under heat include, Raclette, Vacherin Mont d'Or, Comté, Mimolette and Beaufort.

For a heart-warming lunch or supper, keep it simple but delicious with a box of Camembert de Normandie gently heated in the oven or air fryer. Add a few slithers of fresh garlic and some fresh herbs, such as rosemary and thyme, serve with fresh baguette and gherkins and share the gooey goodness.

To show your love for your mother or your spouse, melt their heart with a Neufchätel. A close cousin of Camembert, this cheese is made in the wetlands of Normandy, in the Pays de Bray to be exact. With its soft texture and bloomy rind, it can be moulded into hearts, squares or briquettes. The cheese paste is lightly salted, creamy and has a good milky taste.

For those who takes their food and wine seriously, put together a cheeseboard with wine pairings. Soft cheeses like Brie, Brillat Savarin and a lightly aged Saint-Marcellin taste even better served with Champagne. 

According to the award-winning chef owner of Bouchon Racine Henry Harris, the powerful Époisses is delicious served with a White Burgundy such as a cellar-aged Montrachet or a Côtes Catalanes. Bring the tasting to a close by serving a Bleu d'Auvergne with a glass of Monbazillac or Sauternes. Matching the salty cheese with the sweet flavours of the wine bring out the best of each.

If your mother is too far away to visit this year, there are temptingly good French cheese inspired gifts available to purchase online for nationwide delivery. There are also fantastic books dedicated to celebrating all things cheese.

Finally, for the mother or spouse who loves discovery and travel, there are fantastic cheese tastings and masterclasses available around the UK, hosted by French cheese specialists. To take her passion to the next level there are even English speaking French tours that are dedicated to discovering the history and terroirs of cheese making.

https://dairy-products-from-france.com/cheeses

Share the Love, Deliciously, This Mother's Day With Bonne Maman

Enjoy these new Mother’s Day recipes and limited-edition Crêpe Pan gift.

You can spend precious time making and baking as a family this Mother’s Day with an extra special selection of Bonne Maman recipes for Sunday 10th March, featuring a selection of delicious Conserves plus indulgent Hazelnut Chocolate Spread. 

Plus, for a limited time only, a thoughtful foodie gift that the whole family is sure to love…  an adorable, heart-shaped crêpe pan, made exclusively for Bonne Maman in France, is available to purchase in Sainsbury’s Home Departments and Argos stores throughout the month of February. 

Heart-shaped Financiers with Bonne Maman Strawberry Conserve: A classic French recipe combining quality butter, flour, icing sugar, ground almonds and egg whites, simply combined and baked to perfection. Once cooled, a small hole is made and generously filled with glossy red Strawberry Conserve and a sprinkling of pistachios for an extra special Mother’s Day treat! Little ones can experiment with all different colours and flavours of Bonne Maman Conserves, to create the perfect and delightfully fun dessert.

Mother’s Day Shortbreads: Easy to make with little ones, this classic shortbread recipe is sure to be a big hit with all the family. Using a heart-shaped cutter, stamp out half of the biscuits to make the tops, revealing your favourite jewel-bright Bonne Maman Conserve middle layer – et voila… perfect little biscuits, made with love.

Mother’s Day Cupcakes: These soft and fluffy red cupcakes have a delicious Black Cherry Conserve centre, topped with irresistible butter cream icing and heart-shaped sponge cut out. The sweet little cakes can be made with any fruity Bonne Maman Conserve – simply pick your mother’s favourite filling!

Hazelnut Chocolate Tarts with Bonne Maman Hazelnut Chocolate Spread: These delectable little cocoa shells (made as six small tartlets or one large tart) are generously filled with an indulgent Bonne Maman Hazelnut Chocolate Spread ganache, lovingly sprinkled with pralines then topped with a sweet chocolate disk, complete with heart-shaped cut-outs and dusted with cocoa powder.

The perfect foodie gift this Mother’s Day.

To help spread deliciousness in a truly heartfelt way this Mother’s Day, Bonne Maman has introduced an adorable, limited edition, heart-shaped crêpe pan. Beautifully decorated, the 25cm non-stick Bonne Maman crêpe pans will be available from 1st February, for a four-week period, while stocks last, from Home Departments in Sainsbury’s plus Argos stores nationwide at rrp £19.00. Perfect for families who love to cook or for serving up a delicious celebratory crêpe breakfast, spread with everyone’s personal Conserve favourites – creating special moments with loved ones! 

There are also thousands of these gorgeous special edition pans to be won courtesy of Bonne Maman - just look out for the entry stickers on the brand’s iconic red gingham lids across all stores.

For further information, tips and recipes visit www.bonnemaman.co.uk, like on Facebook @BonneMamanUK and follow on Instagram @bonnemaman_uk.

Make Mother's Day extra-special with the help of Devon Hampers

If there is one thing everyone can agree on, it's that a delicious cream tea tastes heavenly and that's why a Devon Hampers Luxury Cream Tea Hamper is the perfect gift on Mothering Sunday.

The hamper is full of delectable treats including four freshly baked scones, that are rich, light and sweet and the perfect size for a spoonful of the smoothest Devon clotted cream and a spoonful of strawberry jam that's filled with flavour. 

There are other suitable treats, too. Real fudge, tasty biscuits and a bottle of delicious Devon cider, or why not brew the perfect cup of Cornish Smuggler Tea for a quintessentially English treat on Mother's Day? 

Prosecco Devon Cream Tea For Two Hamper £30.50 including delivery

If your mum loves her afternoon tea treats, the Prosecco Devon Cream Tea For Two hamper is a wonderful luxury gift hamper to arrive on her doorstep. 

The hamper features freshly baked scones, the finest Devon clotted cream and strawberry jam, made in the same village as Devon Hampers,  all to be enjoyed with a cup of perfectly brewed Devonshire Tea, or a glass of the finest Prosecco.

Devon Hampers Celebration Cream Tea Hamper from £55 including delivery

The Devon Hampers Celebration Hamper will make your mum's day with a traditional cream tea the star of the show, but with some carefully chosen extras too. For the cream tea, there are two freshly baked scones, just the right amount of crumble, and the perfect amount of lightness, with the smoothest Devon clotted cream and richest  strawberry jam ready to be piled on top in big spoonfuls. 

Included in the hamper are other flavours and tastes of the Westcountry too, such as cheese, crackers, chutney, a fruit cake and a bottle of Prosecco, making this the ultimate hamper to celebrate Mothering Sunday.

Devon Hampers also has a GLUTEN FREE Cream Tea Hamper (from £24.50 including delivery)

And a VEGAN Cream Tea  (from £23.50 including delivery)

To place your orders please visit https://www.devonhampers.com/

Recas. A wine treat for the women in your life

Mum. Aunty. Grandma. Wife. No matter what you call her, Mother's Day is the one time of the year you show the strongest woman in your life your appreciation with gifts, a beautiful meal accompanied by a special bottle of Recas and a flick through a magazine.

At Cramele Recas, their Pasari Pinot Grigio's very special meaning behind its name makes this a special bottle to present to that special female presence in your life. 

Meaning birds in Romanian, the Pasari gather late February to build their nests in preparation for spring. Across Romania, people celebrate this joyous occasion dedicated to the appreciation of love and nature. RRP £8.75 available at Corney & Barrow.

Named after the embodiment of the Moon in Greek mythology, the elegant Selene is the bottle for you if you're after a beautifully unfiltered red. Ample, dry, optimally barricaded red wines (between 6 and 9 months) offer a special taste and olfactory experience to each taster. RRP £24.26 available at Vinero.