Mother’s Day is the perfect occasion to show appreciation for the most important women in our lives, and what better way to do so than with food? Whether it’s breakfast in bed, a homemade afternoon tea, or a special Sunday roast, a lovingly prepared meal is always the perfect gift. But what makes an ideal Mother’s Day menu? Let’s explore some ideas!
What’s the best way to start Mother’s Day? A relaxing morning with a delicious breakfast! Instead of rushing to a café, why not surprise Mum with a homemade treat.
Elegant Pastry Platter – Fresh croissants , pain au chocolat , and warm scones with clotted cream and jam.
Almond Croissants Recipe by Hiroko Liston
Many Almond Croissant recipes can be found on the internet. Most recipes are identical. They use already baked Croissants, make Almond Cream first, cut Croissants in half, sandwich some Almond Cream, spread some Almond Cream on top and scatter Almond Flakes, then bake. Many people add Flour to Almon…
Berry & Yoghurt Parfait
Greek fruit parfait Recipe by Dawn
Great recipe for Greek fruit parfait.
Fluffy Pancakes
Almond flour pancakes Recipe by Sarvat Hanif
Almond flour pancakes are a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional flour pancakes. Almond flour pancakes are an excellent option due to their low carbohydrate content. These pancakes are not only low in carbs but also provide a good amount of protein due to the almond flour and Greek yo…
What if Mum prefers a light brunch instead? If breakfast is too early, a relaxed brunch is the perfect in-between option.
Avocado Toast , but Fancy
EAT Toast (Egg, Avocado & Turkey) Recipe by Fiona @ Free From Favourites
Gluten and dairy free
Spring Salad with a Twist
12 superfood salad Recipe by Pronay Debnath
This superfood salad has a concentrated dose of nutrients and a delicious blend of flavour and texture. Arugula, Baby spinach , green apples, cucumber, avocado, walnuts, prunes, pomegranate, melon seeds, lotus puffs and finally topped with goat cheese
Shakshuka or Baked Eggs – A comforting and flavourful dish that’s impressive yet easy to make.
Shakshuka Recipe by Craig Stokes
One of the quickest, healthiest recipes you can have. Full with great flavours
What’s the ultimate Mother’s Day lunch or dinner? A home-cooked meal always feels special, but it doesn’t have to be complicated!
Sunday Roast with a Seasonal Touch
Mustard crusted silverside roast beef and rocket salad #CookEveryPart Recipe by Clare Knivett
Silverside is a versatile joint that makes a flavourful roast or can be braised for stews and curries too
Lemon & Herb Baked Salmon – Light, fresh, and easy to prepare with a side of asparagus and buttery new potatoes.
Baked Salmon With Buttery Shallots & Capers Recipe by Natalie Marten (Windsor__Foodie)
These salmon fillets are simple to make and are covered in super buttery shallots and sharp capers. I like to serve with boiled new potatoes and tenderstem broccoli. #classic #british #english #salmon #nutmeg #capers #butter #parsley #baked #simple #easy #family #healthy #fish #dinner
Homemade Quiche
Vegan Quiche Provençal 🌱🌿💚 Recipe by Rachel
I’ve always liked cooking, but I’ve only really loved it since I’ve been vegan. I often consider myself as some sort of culinary inventor that is looking for a ‘eureka’ moment 😂 This was was one of those moments - after a few attempts, I smashed it! #seasonalcooking This recipe is adaptable and I a…
Is afternoon tea a good idea? Absolutely! Afternoon tea is a wonderful way to celebrate, and it can be as simple or elaborate as you like.
Classic Finger Sandwiches
𝐻𝑜𝓉𝒹𝑜𝑔/𝒸𝒽𝒾𝒸𝓀𝑒𝓃 Sandwich Recipe by Bynt_muhammad
No story.....🤷♀️
Mini Victoria Sponges
Victoria Sandwich sponge cake Recipe by Lisa Clarke
This cake was inspired by one of my sons best friends. He asked me to bake him a Victoria Cake for a late birthday treat. A few boys were meeting to play tennis and then being collected from my house so I knew that the Mums might enjoy a slice when they came to collect. With this in mind, I decided …
Lemon Drizzle Cake or Shortbread Biscuits
Lemon Whole Wheat Cake with Lemon Drizzle Recipe by Karan Tripathi (Food Fanatic)
Spotted a beautiful batch of lemons in the vegetable market over the weekend and I couldn’t stop myself from buying a few (read lots) 🍋 Utilised a few of the lemons yesterday by preparing this delicious lemon cake. The good thing about this recipe is that it uses wheat flour in place of regular flo…
What’s a sweet way to end the day? Dessert is a must on Mother’s Day! Whether it’s something rich or light, a homemade sweet treat is always appreciated.
Eton Mess
Dessert Eton Mess Recipe by ALEX xx ✈🇬🇧🇱🇹
This English dessert has a history. In fact, this is an analogue of the famous Pavlova dessert, only in such a simple and slightly sloppy execution. Very sweet, very tasty and festive, really summery. #SummerFruits Этот английский десерт с историей. По сути, это аналог известного десерта ”Павлова”, …
Decadent Chocolate Fondant
The ultimate chocolate fondant Recipe by In cucina con Sofia
About 20 years ago when I was in Italy, chocolate fondant, or tortino al cioccolato, was THE go to dessert at every other wedding. I was lucky enough to see it being created by our lovely pastry chef and the recipe has been a family favourite ever since. During the years I have tweaked it, as we all…
Classic Apple Crumble
Apple Crumble with a twist Recipe by Foodiegeektrish
I just love apple crumble but I also love cheese and apple. I have seen cheese added to short crust pastry for an apple pie before and what’s crumble but pastry with out the egg. With a bit of added rosemary this has tweaked the humble crumble into so much more.
No matter what you cook, the most important ingredient is thoughtfulness. Set the table beautifully, add a handwritten note, or prepare Mum’s favourite drink. Whether you go all out with a full menu or simply serve a cup of tea with her favourite biscuits, it’s the love behind the meal that makes Mother’s Day special.
What’s your favourite dish to make for Mother’s Day? Let us know and inspire others
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