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Things to do for Mother's Day in Burnaby

Take mom to the Hart House Restaurant for the award-winning Mother’s Day brunch on Sunday, voted as the best place to take mom by Burnaby NOW readers. Who can say no to French toast with Chantilly amaretto cream? The cost is $39.
Jennifer Moreau
Jen and mom
NOW reporter Jennifer Moreau and her mom, Lily, in younger years. Moreau's mom loves handmade gifts and flowers, and she appreciates regular phone calls.
  1. Take mom to the Hart House Restaurant for the award-winning Mother’s Day brunch on Sunday, voted as the best place to take mom by Burnaby NOW readers. Who can say no to French toast with Chantilly amaretto cream? The cost is $39.95 per person, and the menu includes salads, cheese platters, salmon, pasta, spring vegetables and dessert.  The Hart House is situated on idyllic Deer Lake, and the forecast is sunny, so take a walk around the water after brunch.To reserve your spot, call 604-298-4278.
  2. It’s pedicure season, and what mom doesn’t love a little pampering? Take your mom for a pedicure at Acqua Organic Day Spa in the Heights.This local salon has a Groupon deal on right now: $25 for a shellac manicure or $30 for an “organic aroma” pedicure. Just make sure you book in advance to use your coupon. The salon is at 4331 Hastings St., close to Willingdon. Info: www.groupon.com/deals/acqua-organic-day-spa-2.
  3. Flowers are a must on Mother’s Day. Adele-Rae Florists has an assortment of floral arrangements that vary in cost from $50 to well over $100.To order, call 604-299-0585. Adele-Rae is at 4714 Hastings St. Be forewarned: Adele-Rae is closed on Sunday, so be sure to order in advance. If you miss the deadline, Whole Foods usually has good bouquets at reasonable prices, and there’s a new Burnaby location at 4420 Lougheed Hwy., in the Brentwood area.Plants are also a nice alternative to cut flowers. If your mom is into gardening, stop by Garden Works (there are several locations in Burnaby) and get mom something that will last longer.
  4. Plan a picnic in Deer Lake Park. Head to Cioffi’s Meat Market and Deli (also in the Heights) and pick up some Italian cheese. We recommend aged pecorino, served with a drizzle of truffle-infused honey accompanied by a bottle of DOC red wine. Pair that with some fresh bread and fruit, like figs and grapes, and you have enough for a lovely lazy meal in the park. Bring a blanket and some flowers. Mom will be thrilled. There’s a grassy knoll on the east side of the lake, close to The Land Conservancy, or set up on the lawn close to the Hart House Restaurant.
  5. Clean the house. Mother’s Day should be a national holiday from housework. Make sure you go to mom’s place and wash the dishes, sweep the floor and tidy everything up so she can have the day off and enjoy those flowers you brought.


Tips for gift-giving on Mother’s Day

  • Whatever you do, don’t forget to call your mother! All the pedicures and flowers in the world don’t mean much if you don’t pick up the phone.
  • Try to spend your money on experiences rather than gifts, or do some activity where you can be together. People won’t be around forever, so spend time with your mom while you can.
  • Moms love homemade things from their kids, even if those children are adults. Consider making your own card, bake something nice or draw her a picture.
  • Write a list of things you appreciate about your mother. What have you learned from her? What were your best memories together? What do you most admire about her? What can you say thank you for? Write the list and give it to her in a card. She will love it, trust us.