6 Mother’s Day Gifts of Gourmet Food

If your mother is an absolute foodie then giving her a gift of food will both warm her heart and fill her stomach with yummy goodness this Mother’s Day. Here is a short list of ideas to get your imagination flowing.

• For The Chocolate Lover – If your mother has a sweet tooth and completely adores chocolate or other types of candy then a basket (or other useful container) full of her favorite chocolates or candy from when she was a little girl – you know the one she gushes about every time she sees it? – should hit the spot. You could do a chocolate around the world themed basket with bars of chocolate, hot chocolate or cocoa from different regions or places famous for their chocolate. Places that  come to mind include Mexico, Switzerland, England, Belgium, France as well as the United States.

• For The Wine Lover  – Is mom a wine aficionado? A thoughtful gift for the mom who loves her wine might be to give her a gift of wine tasting at a local winery. You could also take a trip to a local wine shop and purchase a selection of wines so she could have a private tasting at home. Perhaps you could choose some artisanal cheeses and an assortment of crackers to go along with the wines you have picked for her. Package it all up in a basket with appropriate accoutrements and you have a lovely gift.

• For The Regional Cuisine Lover – If your mom is a lover of a specific cuisine such as Italian, French, Mexican, etc. Then head off to the store and put together the ingredients for a delicious meal from appetizers to desert and then include the recipes. Using Italian as an example your menu could include a bread salad, her favorite pasta & sauce, complementary wine, and tiramisu for desert. Include some Italian themed items like napkins and you are set.

• For The Tea/Coffee Lover – A thoughtful yet easy gift for your mother might include a pretty tea cup and saucer or a coffee mug with meaningful images or inspirational words. Add an assortment of tea bags or one pot coffee bags of different verities, flavored creamers or special sugars along with a new tea or coffee pot and maybe even a tea strainer for loose leaves or a special coffee scoop. A favorite book included in the package will make your gift extra special.

• For The Fresh Fruit Lover – Does your mom love Georgia peaches but you live in where Washington apples grow? Does she crave Florida or California citrus but you live in Michigan where cherries are plentiful but citrus is sparse? If your bank account isn’t rich enough to send her where her favorite fruit grows then think about “ordering in.” You could have her favorite fruit shipped to her (within agricultural guidelines) or even make a gift of fruit trees or plants for her ongoing pleasure.

• For The Food Lover – Another great idea is gifting a membership to a food of the month club. There are as many clubs as there are foods. Deserts, soups, steaks, cheese, hot sauce, salsas, barbeque sauce, pasta and pizza. Why, there’s even a bacon of the month club. Would you rather send a full meal instead of just one type of food? Then a dinner of the month club might be your answer.

So, give your mother the gift of food this Mother’s Day and she will think of you fondly all year long.

The Food of Mother’s Day

Unlike Turkey at Thanksgiving, Ham at Christmas or even Turkey or Ham at Easter, there is no specific food that says “Mother’s Day.” Depending upon your outlook not having a “go-to” meal for Mother’s Day can be a curse or a blessing.

If you know the favorite food or meal of the mom in your life is then your job is simple. Make a menu of those items, create your grocery list, shop for the items, find the recipes and cook. However, if you have no clue what you would like to prepare for her this Mother’s Day read on.

Breakfast

Breakfast in bed might sound like a wonderful idea but mom might just be sitting in bed worrying about the mess you are making. A better idea might be to just get the kids ready and let mom shower and dress in peace and then take everyone out to breakfast at her favorite restaurant or diner. However, if you would like to make a breakfast for mom then make her favorite dishes and don’t forget to clear the table, wash the dishes and put them away.

Brunch / Lunch

If you let mom sleep in a little – that means watching any little ones that might be around – then you can serve her a brunch or lunch. You can prepare the meal while she is waking up and getting ready for the day and then surprise her when she walks into the kitchen with a sumptuous meal. Once again, it is your responsibility to clean up so try to plan a relaxing activity for her to do while she is waiting for you to finish the dishes. A well rested mother with food in her belly is a happy mother.

Dinner

A full day – remember Mother’s Day is on a Sunday – might mean you need to wait until the evening meal to shower your mom with her edible treats. If you are not able to prepare the meal yourself it is still possible to have a delicious meal with a little advanced preparation or even perhaps by ordering a meal from your local grocery store, Honey Baked Ham store or some other food delivery service. Don’t forget to include the paper good! That way everyone can enjoy a “home cooked meal” without the dirty dishes that come along with preparing dinner.

Food is just another way to express your love and appreciation to your mom and she will truly appreciate any effort your put forth into making her day special.