Mum's are pretty incredible, aren’t they? There’s almost no one else in this world who can handle having their hair ripped out (quite literally), having their toilet time interrupted by clingy children, can embarrass their kids by, well, simply breathing and do it whilst simultaneously being a living, breathing superhero.
With Mother’s Day just around the corner on Sunday 8 May, it’s the perfect opportunity to wine, dine, celebrate and show the special women in our lives just how much they mean to us.
Mum's can be hard to buy for, we feel you. So we’ve rounded up 9 sure-fire ways to give her what she really wants - precious time spent with her loved ones, sharing stories and raking in the joy.
1. Eat out all across Auckland
The only thing better than sharing joy with your family is doing it with a belly full of bloody good food. Thankfully, Auckland has plenty of other options for satisfying everyone’s appetites this Mother’s Day. Try one of our 20+ establishments to get the ball rolling (definitely not implying you will be a ball after eating). Make sure you book ahead, as these will get snapped up quickly by other keen family members.
2. Cocktails by the sea
Some mum's love brunch and a coffee in bed, others love a good drink by the water’s edge (and we can’t blame her). While not much beats Auckland’s dazzling views of the water, we reckon soaking them in while sipping on her favourite cocktail with you could do the trick. Here are a couple of our favourite spots.
Coops Corner Pub (check out their epic frozen margs)
3. An afternoon fit for an (NSFW) Queen
Spoil Mum and come dine with the most fabulous divas in Auckland, Trinity Ice and Elektra Shock while enjoying bottomless beer, mimosas and brunch. With hilarious banter, glorious games and glamorous queens, dust off your tiaras and treat Mum to an afternoon of laughs, laughs and more laughs.
4. For those sophisticated mothers
Looking to get a little classier with mum this Mother’s Day? Moretons have a range of High Tea packages with a bustling atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot to sip champagne beachside with your favourite woman. You could even take a stroll around the bays while you’re there, talk about productivity.
5. Celebrate Mumm the right way
Overlooking the breath-taking views of the Waitemata Harbour, Regatta boasts an exclusive Petanque pitch, the perfect spot to spend your Mother’s Day. Thirsty? Did we mention Regatta has $14 Mumm Champagne flutes, or make it a bottle for only $75 this Mother's Day only.
6. Lula's Iconic Bottomless Brunch
Here at Lula’s, we’ve become quite fond of seeing you on the weekends for your brunch fix. Why not give mum her favourite family brunch outing while improving it with (day-time appropriate) bottomless bubbly, cocktails or mocktails. Let’s show mum what it’s all about?
7. Get your hands a little dirty
Goode food is food that you make with your hands, just like Nonna used to make so what better way to keep on the family tradition and get her a voucher to make something dough-licious at Goode Brother's Pizza & Pasta Classes for just $59pp.
8. Did someone say shopping?
Now, hear us out! We get it, shopping isn’t something you’d typically look at, as a gift for mum, but if your superhuman is anything like the ones we know, they’ve already got everything because well, they’ve been around a while 😉. Why not take them out shopping for the day? Set a budget and tell them they can get something they love, then cool down with an ice-cold brew and a divine meal before calling it a day! Here are some spots that are close to the mall.
Goode Brothers Botany, New Lynn and NorthWest
9. Escape to the Amalfi Coast
Nowhere encapsulates the spirit of Italy quite like the Amalfi Coast and we know you'd absolutely love to surprise mum with a getaway. While that said trip may not be able to happen currently (your bank accounts will be thankful), we've got something just as good... Malfy Gin has popped up their own little slice of paradise right in the heart of Botany. We invite you to sit back and enjoy every sip of our specialty cocktails at Goode Brothers Botany.
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There you have it: 9 of our best ideas for Mother’s Day 2022 in Auckland. Make sure you book ahead, as these will get snapped up quickly by other keen family members.