There’s no time like Mother’s Day to spend extra quality time with your mom (or motherly figure) in a special way. If you’ve yet to plan your Mother’s Day plans, it’s time to get to it! Whether your mom loves to explore nature, dine at a great brunch spot, or go on a little shopping spree, Toronto has plenty of options for things to do this Mother’s Day that are sure to make mom feel extra appreciated.
Here are 9 things to do with your mom on Mother’s Day!
Go Out For Brunch
You can never go wrong with a brunch date for Mother’s Day, and luckily, Toronto has no shortage of restaurants to visit! From Frenchy’s luxe Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet to The Drake Hotel’s multi-course brunch to Piano Piano’s special Mother’s Day brunch offerings, you and your mom are sure to leave feeling full and satisfied.
Partake In Stephflower’s Floral Workshop
Bond while creating a floral box arrangement at Stephflower’s Mother’s Day Floral Workshop! Held on May 12th (Mother’s Day), at Dlux Spa & Lounge, partake in creating a floral arrangement while enjoying snacks, drinks, pics, and making new memories with your mom.
Indulge In A Fancy Dinner
Show your mom how special she is by taking her out for a fancy dinner at one of Toronto’s best restaurants! Chotto Matte has launched an extravagant menu for Mother’s Day weekend (May 11th and 12th), featuring an array of Japanese-Peruvian cuisine.
Shop At Stackt’s Mother’s Day Pop-Up Market
This Stackt 3-day market is a full mother’s day experience, running from Friday May 10th to Sunday May 13th! There will be over 30 vendors, a candle making workshop, paint n sip classes, plus complimentary massages, makeup glam, and so much more! Did we mention it’s free to attend?
Tour Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE
A fun fact about moms is that they all seem to love flowers. Just in time for Mother’s Day, Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE is launching in the Bloor-Yorkville neighbourhood! From May 8th to 12th, visit Bloor-Yorkville to see over 35 floral installations, including its famous floral mannequins. On the Saturday, you can enjoy floral refreshments and live music along the trail, attend a floral workshop, and shop for blooms from local florists at the flower market.
Enjoy A High Tea Experience
Nothing says special occasion like going out for high tea! The Windsor Arms Hotel is hosting an elegant high tea experience throughout Mother’s Day weekend. “Since 1927, Afternoon Tea at the Windsor Arms has been the paramount destination for discerning guests in pursuit of the perfectly indulgent, delectably elegant, and distinctly luxurious high tea experience. We invite you to travel back in time, enjoy for the simple sake of enjoyment, and share in joyful memories in our Parisian-inspired lobby tea rooms or by the fire in our historic, lush purple room.”
Relax At The Spa
Show your mom how much you appreciate her hard work by treating her to a relaxing spa day! Toronto has plenty of spas to go around, including Elmwood Spa, which has a variety of special Mother’s Day packages to choose from, including treatments from massages to facials.
See A Movie
If you’re looking to keep it simple this Mother’s Day while still treating your mom to a moment of relaxation and enjoyment, there are always the movies! If your mom is a movie buff, get her to choose any she wants to see, supply the movie theatre popcorn, and sit back, relax, and enjoy the show with your mom.
Catch Up Through A Nature Trail
Spending time with your family doesn’t need to cost a dime! For moms who enjoy exploring through nature, take them on a walk through their/your favourite trail and simply chat while you stroll. Really, what every mom wants for Mother’s Day is simply quality time. Check out some of our favourite Toronto trails here!
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If you’re looking to add to the celebration of Mother’s Day this year, you have to start by checking out these cocktails (and mocktail)! Whether the mom in your life or even your friend loves a classic beverage or a sweet one, we got you covered. Pick your fave, grab the ingredients, and get mixing!
Here are delicious cocktails to treat your mom for Mother’s Day this year.
MiNOsa
INGREDIENTS
2 oz Seedlip Gove 42
1 oz Clementine Juice
Top with Cold Soda
Seedlip is the leading non-alcoholic spirit distilled with quality botanicals to give you the cocktail experience without compromising on taste. It contains no alcohol, sugar, or artificial flavours.
Espresso Martini
INGREDIENTS
2 oz Baileys Espresso Creme Liqueur
0.25 oz Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka
0.25 oz Espresso
Bailey’s Irish Cream is the ultimate decadent liqueur, perfect to create something sweet and delicious for those moms with a sweet tooth. Its rich, creamy taste, paired with espresso will surely satisfy mom this year!
Crown Royal’s Blackberry Whiskey Lemonade
INGREDIENTS
1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
Lemonade
Fresh blackberries
Check out this totally refreshing lemonade cocktail. It’s the ultimate treat paired with fresh blackberries and the smooth taste of Crown Royal.
Smirnoff Caesar
INGREDIENTS
1.5 oz Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka
5 oz Caesar mix
5 dashes of Worcestershire sauce
3 dashes of hot sauce
Salt & pepper to taste
Celery salt (rim)
Celery & lime wedge (garnish)
Who doesn’t love a class, Caesar? Create the perfect at-home brunch experience for mom this year and whip up a tangy, spicy Smirnoff Caesar.
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Mother’s Day gift delivery is the perfect option to make sure the moms in your life receive something special. Contactless home delivery of flowers and gift baskets are thoughtful presents to send your loved ones. Browse through the selection of carefully curated collections from each shop to find exactly what you’re looking for. Be sure to double-check delivery dates and available times to ensure nobody is left disappointed!
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Flowers
Callia Flowers
Callia Flowers will help you make this year’s Mother’s Day even more memorable. This female-founded company creates simple and quick bouquets with seasonal fresh flowers. Plus, the company ships all across Canada too!
Nelia’s Floral Design
Nelia’s Floral Design provides elegant floral arrangements that are seriously a work of art. Not only does the company offer breathtaking flowers, but you can also find yummy gourmet baskets as well.
Flowers in West Hill
Flowers in West Hill is a family-owned and operated business that provides you with the finest floral arrangements, baskets, and other gift ideas. There’s delivery available in Toronto and the GTA, as well as nationwide.
Wild North Flowers
Wild North Flowers provides 100% Ontario-grown flowers year-round! Plus, all floral arrangements are custom-designed by Wild North’s talented florists, and you can even add chocolates, candles, and more to create a lovely bundle.
Gift Baskets & Boxes
Baskits
Baskits is a leading gift-giving service that prides itself on a collection of luxe, artisanal, and thoughtfully crafted gift baskets. You’ll certainly find a set for your mom that’s perfect among the selection of artisanal treats, florals, relaxation products, and more. Without a doubt, it’s a one-stop shop for Mother’s Day.
Sweet Flour Bake Shop
Sweet Flour, which is a Toronto bakery, offers a delicious selection of cupcakes, cookie cakes, and gourmet cookie gift boxes made specifically for the occasion. The Bake Shop offers home delivery in Toronto and the GTA, so if you’re loved one lives in the area, then check them out!
Giftagram
Giftagram is a Canadian gift-giving service that beautifully curates a selection of gift baskets, even for Mother’s Day, to send to your special person. Whether you’re searching for a new mom, a grandmother, or something luxurious, you’ll find it all at Giftagram.
Good 4 You
Good 4 You offerings are sure to get your mouth watering. So, send over a gift basket full of divine chocolate-covered strawberries and champagne — what more could anyone ask for?
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The countdown until Mother’s Day begins now and the pressure is on! This special day is the time to show all of the mom figures in our lives, whether that be our own mom, wife, grandma, in-law, neighbour, or even a friend, how much they are appreciated and loved. If you’re on the search for the ultimate gift, then look no further! We’ve rounded up the top gifts to give to everyone on your checklist—because they deserve the best.
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Mother’s Day comes but once a year, and if your mom is anything like mine then she’s going to expect you to make a bit of effort; and why shouldn’t she!? How many birthdays has she thrown for you? How many parties has she planned? It’s the one day a year fully dedicated to paying tribute to all that your mom has done, and there are a ton of special and fun ways to do that.
This year instead of the typical brunch and card, why not take mom on a bit of an adventure? A mother-daughter date per se.
Here are the best 6 events happening in Toronto for you and mom to check out, whether she’s an outdoors lover or a fan of a nice cocktail with a view.
For The Sporty Mom:
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MEC is conducting a special Mother’s Day Hike and Brunch on May 12. Guests can go to the new Queen location to get picked up by Parkbus where guests (and their mom) will be taken to the Mono Cliffs Inn to fuel up with brunch before the hike.
For The Mom With The Green Thumb:
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We all know green space is hard to come by living downtown, and if your mom is a city dweller she’s sure to face the same problems (even if she’s not, herbs can prove very tricky to grow outdoors). So why not bond over some gardening? The Click and Grow Smart Indoor Garden is a gift-turned-activity that you and your mom can enjoy for months to come, as it’s a great way to watch some delicious herbs grow right before your eyes. Just plug in, add water, and watch the plants grow.
For The Cultured Mom:
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MOCA is organizing a Hand & Rose Mother’s Day Flower Workshop; Hand & Rose is a mobile florist shop that’s been spotted all around town and in front of MOCA Grand Avenue on Thursday nights. Owner and florist Sarah Lineberger is running this special Mother’s Day workshop to teach the art of flower arrangement – participants of all ages and skill are welcome.
For The Retro Mom:
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If your mom has a passion for the classics, the Spadina Museum is hosting a Mother’s Day event just for her; think Great Gatsby vibes. Music from the ’20s and ’30s will be performed by Mim Adams Duo in the Drawing Room of Spadina Museum on the Steinway grand piano. Enjoy optional tours of the museum and refreshments that will be served including scones and hand-blended teas. The Spadina Museum is one of the only places in the city where you can get a glimpse of Toronto during the 1910-1930 time period. It’s super charming so I bet your mom will be thrilled!
For The Nautical Mom:
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Anchors away! If your mom is a fan of being on the water, why not take her on a lunch time cruise of the city? With what appears to be a sunny weekend ahead, you and your mom will get to enjoy beautiful views of the city and The Toronto Islands from the ship as you cruise around Lake Ontario. Included is a welcome drink, a freshly prepared lunch, and great entertainment!
For The Pop-Culture Obsessed Mom:
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Jennifer Valentyne, TV/radio personality of 25 years and all around cool-mom, is hosting an event with her daughter Georgia on the Friday of Mother’s Day weekend. The event promises to be an unforgettable evening celebrating the beautiful relationships between mothers and daughters. It’s located at the Marriott Downtown, with dinner being served along with laughter and a few surprises.
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and if you still haven’t decided how to spoil your mom this Sunday, a good brunch can be the best way to show how much you appreciate her. With so many amazing spots in Toronto, it may be hard to choose the right one, but OpenTable is here to help.
The world’s leading provider of online reservations has announced the 100 Best Brunch Restaurants in Canada to help celebrate mom with the best of the best. Canada’s 100 Best Brunch Restaurants is generated solely from more than 550,000 restaurant reviews collected from verified OpenTable diners between April 1, 2017 and March 31, 2018.
Check out the 10 best restaurants located in Toronto below:
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