Happy Mother’s Day!
Let’s take a moment and think about all of the things our Moms have done for us over the years. Between the endless home cooked meals and the love and affection, mom deserves to kick back and relax this Mother’s Day! What better way to spoil her than with Nova Scotia’s finest culinary experiences? From brunches and tea, to a weekend getaway, we’ve got you covered for a perfect Mother’s Day weekend.
BAY OF FUNDY & ANNAPOLIS VALLEY
A Weekend Getaway at The Flying Apron Inn & Cookery
The Flying Apron Inn & Eatery is offering the perfect Mother’s Day getaway package for you and your mother to enjoy together! The package includes accommodations to the newly renovated inn, chocolates made by Just Us! AND fresh flowers for your mother. To finish off the perfect Mother’s Day weekend, The Flying Apron is preparing their annual Mother’s Day brunch buffet made with fresh, local ingredients!
If you can’t commit to the weekend getaway, no problem! Reservations for the annual Mothers Day brunch buffet are now OPEN. Reservations are required so, make sure to call ahead to ensure you don’t miss out on freshly baked cinnamon rolls and brisket hash!
Domaine de Grand Pré
Domaine De Grand Pré is now open for the season and what better way to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend than an outdoor weekend in the beautiful Annapolis Valley! Wine tours begin daily at 11:00 a.m. starting on May 12, no reservations needed. While touring the vineyard you can really work up an appetite, so why not treat Mom at Domaine de Grand Pré’s Le Caveau Resturant for an exquisite dining experience. Call 902-542-7177 to make a reservation.
SOUTH SHORE
White Point Beach Resort Weekend
What better way to kick off spring and celebrate mom than a weekend at White Point Beach Resort? Take advantage this Mother’s Day weekend by enjoying the cool breeze and crisp Atlantic waters while White Point Beach Resort takes care of you!
Friday, May 11: White Point Beach Resort offers a variety of spa packages so mom can enjoy a much needed massage, or even an entire day filled with body treatments and facials.
Saturday, May 12: This year, Mother’s Day falls on the same weekend as International Migratory Bird Day! Join White Point as they head down to the beach and observe all the birds migrating back to the shore lines.
Sunday, May 13: On Mother’s Day morning White Point Beach Resort will be preparing a brunch made special for mom. Chef Allen will be cooking up freshly baked danishes and croissants, followed by a gourmet breakfast featuring fresh eggs benny, haddock and steamed mussels.
For Reservations call 1-800-565-5068 Ext. 385
Lincoln Street Food
Lincoln Street Food will be extending their weekend hours especially for Mom! They will open up at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, May 13 to host a special Mother’s Day brunch. Chef Paolo Colbertaldo uses local organic ingredients to ensure Lincoln Street Food serves top quality meals for their guests. From vegans and vegetarians to carnivores and pescetarians, Chef Paolo has delicious meals for everyone.
HALIFAX METRO
The Watch That Ends The Night
The Watch That Ends The Night will be hosting their first ever high tea for all of the fancy Mum’s out there! The English inspired event will feature all of the fixings a traditional high tea requires including three different platters:
Platter One: Scones & Crumpets, Croissants, Zucchini Loaf, Jams, Marmalades, Butters, Devilled Eggs
Second Platter: Tea Sandwiches (Chicken, Cucumber, Salmon), French Onion Soup, Bacon & Spinach Quiche
Third Platter: Pot de Creme, Madeleines, Chocolate Bouchons, Profiteroles
Reservations are now open for bookings between 2-4 p.m. Seats are limited! Call 902-402-9009
Harbour City Bar & Grill
Treat Mom to brunch with a view at The Delta Hotel Halifax hosted by Harbour City Bar & Grill! This year they will be serving brunch in a buffet style, which everyone knows that means unlimited food. The culinary team will be preparing a gourmet breakfast filled with eggs benny, Belgium waffles, prime-rib AND a build your own pasta bar. Reservations: 902.492.6443 or via jayelle.malleck@deltahotels.com
The Stubborn Goat Gastropub
Forgot to get Mom a gift? No problem! Stubborn Goat has you covered with gift cards for mom. Every table that makes a reservation for Sunday, May 13 between 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. receives an envelope with a surprise gift card valued between $5-$100! Make sure to visit their website or call to reserve a spot for you and the family to celebrate Mom over a delicious brunch.
Durty Nelly’s: Mothers Day Brunch & Ceilidh
What’s more fun than a brunch and Ceilidh at an Irish pub? Probably nothing. Treat Mom to mimosas, brunch and Celtic music at Durty Nelly’s Irish Pub! Brunch menu is available online and there will be a special kids menu provided. Call (902)-406-7640 for reservation inquiries or visit the website!
Morris East: Special Brunch & Live Jazz
If your mom loves pizza and jazz, we’ve got just the place to take her! All day on Mother’s Day Morris East will be hosting a live jazz band at both locations, so whether you live downtown or in the Bedford area, you wont miss out! In addition to their delicious wood-fire oven pizza’s, they will be offering a special 2-course brunch menu! Make sure to call or email ahead to save your seat.
YARMOUTH & ACADIAN SHORES
Argyler Lodge & Restaurant
The Argyler Lodge is a beautiful place to spend Mother’s Day weekend. Between the oceanfront rooms and the all-you-can-eat Mother’s Day brunch buffet, Mom will be able to kick back and relax. Reservations are highly recommended. Call: 1-902-643-2500
–