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It’s been less than a week since Mother’s Day, and many of us are still thinking about how to get a mom. Look no further than this list of just a few things you’ll want to do this year. Whether it’s brunch, a stack of bread, pretty flowers or bonbons, we’ve got you covered.
Breakfast, lunch and baked goods
Across the Board 314 Mother’s Day Plate
Any of Across the Board 314’s charcuterie plates would make a lovely gift, but their limited edition Mother’s Day plate is stacked with an assortment of her favorite goodies. The 12-inch compostable board comes complete with Brie and jam, aged white cheddar, an assortment of charcuterie, vegetables and fruits, olives, pickles, and nuts, with your choice of regular or champagne. Paintings are available for pick-up or delivery; Visit the website for more information and to submit your application.
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If your mom is a classic, head over to The Cakery website, where you can pre-order a selection of treats that will impress any mom. Opt for an 8-inch round cake in French vanilla or chocolate if you’re having a gathering, or treat Mom to a batch of a dozen soft sugar cookies decorated like pastel roses. For something whimsical, get the Decorated Cookie Cake or Buttercream Bar, consisting of 6 inches of buttercream flowers surrounded by twenty chocolate chips and sugar cookies for dipping. Pre-order online for pickup from their website.
Erin STL Creations is making pre-order sweets this Mother’s Day. Choices include the Mama Treat Box, filled with an assortment of macaroons, cake picks, cookies, bite-sized cupcakes, brownies and sticky butterscotch, or a decorated 6-inch cake in decadent flavors like German chocolate, raspberry lemonade, and strawberry champagne. Classics such as tiramisu, cheesecake and pancake are also available to order. For more information and to place your order, visit Erin’s Creations STL’s Instagram.
Knead Bakehouse Mother’s Day gifts and gifts
Known for its sourdough pastries and breads, Knead Bakehouse has a few favorites available for Mother’s Day this year. Choose from a lemon and lavender sourdough layer cake, 4-pack of sourdough cinnamon rolls, metal recipe boxes, and a handmade ceramic mug or “With Love, Sourdough” crate basket, filled with everything a mom needs to bake at home. Order on their website for pickup May 13.
La Patisserie Mother’s Day party kit
La Patisserie has a selection of Mother’s Day party kits that are sure to please any mom who likes things a little more. Choose from our Afternoon Tea Party Pack, Mamas Treat Box, range of floral cupcakes, decorated macaroons or a decorated “Dog Mom” cake. Visit La Patisserie website to order.
La Pâtisserie Chouquette Tea to Go or Parisian Breakfast in Bed
Afternoon tea at La Pâtisserie Chouquette is something everyone should try at least once. This Mother’s Day, La Pâtisserie Chouquette is offering Tea to Go, a beautifully packaged assortment of macaroons, tea sandwiches, fruits, pastries, and more to take with you to eat-anywhere. If breakfast is their mom’s style, take her away to Paris with a Parisian breakfast in bed filled with pastries, fruit, seasonal baguettes, and six macaroons. Pre-order online on their website for pickup.
Pint Size Bakery Mother’s Day Bakery Pre-Bake
Pint Size has a bunch of treats available for pre-order, but head over to the website soon: All Mother’s Day orders must be in by Wednesday, May 10. Choose from the bakery’s always whimsical creations, including raspberry brown butter or lemon passion fruit pies, brownie cookies, hydrangea flower cake, breakfast muffin or a breakfast in bed assortment of classic desserts. To pre-order or for more information, head to the website.
Divine dessert or brunch selection
The Sweet Divine is a favorite among adorable vegan treats, and they outdid themselves this Mother’s Day. Choose from intricately decorated options like the Bento Cake Box, which includes one cake and five cupcakes in a variety of flavors to mix and match; the decorative dozen box, which holds 12 chocolate and/or vanilla cupcakes plus four macarons; an individual bento cake that you can personalize with a decorative message; Or a brunch box filled with assorted pastries, quiche and fruits. Pre-order for pickup on Saturday, May 13 at their website.
Image courtesy of Rudy Flower Truck
Wonderful flowers
Arranged by Andy flower arrangements are perfect for anything, from special days to every day. Choose from the website’s many pattern and color themes to give to your mom this year, with a variety of sizes to choose from. But move fast: Order before Wednesday, May 10 to ensure the arrangement is ready for the big day. Order online or by messaging Arranged by Andy on Instagram.
Rudy Flower Truck Flowers and Mother’s Day Gifts
If you live in St. Louis, you’ve seen Rudy’s old truck meandering through the neighborhoods that make up the city and county, filled with gorgeous blooms, vases, and macaroons for sale. Owner Brandy Sarhage and his team put together a variety of picks for Mother’s Day, including a signature bouquet in three sizes, a Mums for Moms bouquet, and candles and floral arrangements to wow your mom all year long. Visit the website to order, but go fast: Mother’s Day package delivery orders end Monday, May 8.
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Captivating Configurations
Bijoux Chocolates Mother’s Day Collections
Difficult to choose from among the rainbow of bejeweled creations, chocolatier Meggie Mobley has her shelves lined at both Peugeot locations. This year, I made a special batch of fresh, fruity Mother’s Day flavors that anyone would love. Special Editions sell out early, so order quickly: Choose from the 8-piece set, which includes two pieces of Passionfruit, Strawberry, Lemon, Raspberry, and Bergamot Earl Grey; Or use the 12-piece set, which includes everything from the 8-piece box along with two pieces of pistachio apricot and two pieces of pineapple and avocado. Order online or buy in-store at both locations.
Nomi’s Chocolates x AO & Co.
Nomi’s Chocolates are an anytime favorite, and for Mother’s Day, chocolatier Shimon Otsuka packed batches of chocolate bonbons available for pre-order for pickup at AO & Co. Call or step into AO & Co. To pick up a box (or a few) for mom this year.
The cellar store at Winslow’s Table Mother’s Day Box
The Cellar Shop is located in the basement of Winslow’s Table in University City, with one of the most carefully curated selections of local and regional goods in the area. The shop has a Mother’s Day gift box filled with chocolates, a candle and other sundries that you can order from their online shop, or visit the shop in person, where the staff will help you curate a collection of your mom’s favourites. Shop online at the website or visit the store.
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Workshops and events
Clementine Scoops and Blooms event in Southampton
Ice cream for mom is a great gift, but add peony bouquets in a waffle cone, and now it’s a party. Take your mum out to Clementine Macklind’s location in Southampton on Saturday 13th May for the Scoops & Blooms event, where a Spokes & Spoons bike cart will be offering flowers while LaLa Links will be selling permanent jewelry in the party room from 1pm. New spring flavors or get your favorites to enjoy all weekend long. The event is from noon to 4 p.m.; Visit Clementine Creamery on Instagram for event details.
Take part in Lou Charcuterie and Bubbly & Flower Arranging Workshop
Charcu in the Lou is holding a Mother’s Day Charcuterie, Bubbly & Flower Arranging Workshop at RF Home on Thursday, May 11 from 6-8 p.m. Bring your mom and plan to pamper her by the duo, who will teach you how to create your own medium-sized charcuterie board , then move on to the second half of the night, where you’ll learn flower arranging tips, everyone will enjoy bites and champagne as you learn. The best part? You can take your own charcuterie board and bouquet home with you. All supplies, food and drink are included in the cost of the ticket; Find more information and tickets on its website.
STL Cheeseboards x Amy’s Cake Pops & Boozy Bites Cake Pop and Charcuterie Class
Alison Schilling and Amy Gmelin’s charcuterie and cake pop classes at the latter’s shop are always well attended, most of which are sold out. Grab your mom, friend, sister, or spouse and head out to our Mother’s Day special on Thursday, May 11 from 7-9:30 p.m. for an evening designed for fun. Schilling will walk you through the do’s and don’ts of creating the perfect cheese board so you’ll look like a pro at your next event, and Gamlin will teach you everything you need to know about creating the perfect cake pops, from start to finish. Visit the Amy’s Cake Pops & Boozy Bites website to register.
