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Ideas for Mother's Day This Year
Show mom you care this Mother’s Day
The 13th of May 2012 (yes, that’s the date of Mother’s Day Sunday) is fast approaching, and we’ve made it easy for you to spoil mom in the Mother City. Whether she’s partial to a relaxing manicure, getting her hands dirty, or brunching at one of Cape Town’s best restaurants, there’s plenty of ways to make her feel important.
Pamper, Love and Care
What better way to show your mother your gratitude for all her hard work than by treating her to a relaxing day at the spa? Choose between one of these prestigious spas and their special Mother’s Day packages; they’ll have her sparkling like the diamond she is.
Librisa Spa at Mount Nelson
One of Cape Town's leading day spas in one of the city's most esteemed five-star hotels.
Mother’s Day specials at Librisa Spa:
- Manicure and pedicure (including varnish) with eye zone mask and eyebrow grooming for R650.
- Africology exfoliation, wrap and facial/massage (two and a half hours) for R1 200.
- 60 Minute facial for R500.
76 Orange Street | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 483 1000
Ways of Wellness
For an alternative take on traditional treatments, head out to Ways of Wellness. No appointment needed.
With any treatment you buy this Mother’s Day, you will get a free manicure worth R70. Treatments include:
- Fish spa therapy (involves placing your feet in a tank of warm freshwater containing hundreds of teeth less Garra rufa fish. They suck and gently nibble away at dry and dead skin. As a result your feet feel refreshed and healthy). Price – R100 for15 minutes, or R150 for 30 minutes.
- Organic teeth whitening – R750
- Organic waxing – between R45 and R160
- Facial – R210
103 Kloof Street | Cape Town | +27 (0) 21 424 5503
For the adventurous at heart
Take a walk on the wild side with these thrill-seeking options:
Cape Bike Travel
Let mom see the Cape from a different viewpoint - from the back of a Harley Davidson. With matching leather jackets and a dose of courage to top it all off, you and your mom will be well on your way on an unforgettable ride.
Tour Packages:
Whether you prefer the beautiful vistas of the Atlantic Seaboard, or the sight of greener pastures along the wine routes, you will get the opportunity to be chauffeured by an experienced rider to your destination of choice. The package includes Harley Davidson rental, fuel, gloves and helmet. The package deals do not include costs for food and drinks.
- Half-day package: R1 600
- Full-day package: R2 100
- Memories: priceless
14 Antrim Road | Green Point | Cape Town | +27 (0)84 606 4449
Wine tasting on horseback
City slickers or seasoned cowboys; no matter what your level of expertise, Cape Adventure Zone will have you riding like a pro in no time at all. Your mother will love the opportunity to roam around the magnificent vineyards of the Cape, while tasting some of their delicious wines.
- Stellenbosch Trail Rides
The Stellenbosch Trail includes long canters through beautifully kept vineyards and farmsteads; the Simonsberg Mountains loom majestically in the background as you sample award-winning wines from this region. Each ride cost R625 per person. The package does not include food, but for an extra charge, you and your mom can have a picnic at one of the locations.
- Franschhoek Trail Rides
This historically French town is the crème del a crème of wine and food culture in the Cape; with breathtaking views of the valley and an abundance of delicious wines to sample. Head out to the quaint town centre for a special Mother’s Day meal after the ride. Each ride cost R745 per person (food not included).
12 Yarrow Road | Milnerton | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 552 6057
Wining and dining
“There is no love sincerer than the love of food,” said famous dramatist George Bernard Shaw, and we can think of no better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than with a feast at one of these Cape Town destinations.
Olive and wine tasting at the Hillcrest Estate
The Italians know a thing or two when it comes to flavour combinations. At the Hillcrest Estate you and your mother can sample some of this Italian flare in the form of full-bodied wines and a range of olives, including Mission, Frantoio and Kalamata cultivars. Wine tasting is R10 per person, but if you buy a bottle of wine, there is no charge.
Their award-winning range of olive oils will make the perfect gift for your mom if she considers herself to be a bit of a chef in the kitchen. If the olive and wine tasting has only succeeded in whetting your appetite, pay a visit to the Hillcrest Restaurant for a taste of the Mediterranean.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 9am to 5pm.
Durbanville Road | Durbanville Hills | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 976 1110
Cooking class at the Food Room
For a different kind of Mother’s Day meal, head out to the Food Room in the Southern Suburbs. You and your mother can get elbow deep in cooking delicious food that will form an integral part of your gourmet repertoire.
Starting with a brief introduction, followed by a two hour lesson, the class ends with everybody sitting down to enjoy the meal that’s been prepared with some lovely wine and new friends. You will also receive table decor suggestions and party tips to make it fun and easy to entertain.
The topic of each cooking class changes every week, so make sure to call ahead to find out what is on the menu. You can also request a particular menu if arrangements are made well in advance. Some of the classes include Glamorous Canapé’s, Easy Asian, Vegetarian Vibes, Modern Mexican and Fun Curries. Each class is R365 per person, and starts 6:30pm, with drinks and snacks beforehand.
8 Wellington Walk | Wynberg | Cape Town | +27 (0)83 700 5859
Let them eat cake
High tea is back in fashion. With a glass of bubbly in the one hand, and an elegant cucumber sandwich in the other, you can celebrate Mother’s Day in style at one of these high tea institutions.
Morning Tea at the Mount Nelson
Enjoy freshly brewed tea and baked goods in the beautiful gardens of the Mount Nelson Hotel. Cost is a R109 per person, and runs between 9:30am and 12:30pm.
The Mount Nelson Hotel will also have a special Mother’s Day brunch on Sunday the 13th of May. Cost is R225 per person, and includes a glass of complimentary sparkling wine. A life jazz band will keep you entertained while brunching in the Garden Room.
76 Orange Street | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 483 1000
Montabello Estate
The estate’s age old oak tree in the garden is the perfect spot for you and your mom to chat over a cup of tea and reminisce over the good old days. Take some time afterwards to stroll through the creative shops on the estate.
Opening times: Tuesdays to Fridays: 8am – 4:30pm. Saturdays and Sundays: 8:30am – 4:30pm.
Studio A | 31 Newlands Avenue | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 689 3158
Forget breakfast and lunch, let’s do brunch
Choose between these great Cape Town spots for a memorable Mother’s Day brunch:
Manna Epicure
Famous for their delicious range of breads and imaginative tapas, Manna Epicure is the perfect destination for a relaxed Mother’s Day meal.
Opening times: Tuesdays to Sundays: 8am – 5pm (kitchen closes at 4pm).
151 Kloof Street| Cape Town| +27 (0)21 426 2413
Warwick Estate
If the weather looks good, why not head out to Warwick Wine Estate for a delicious gourmet picnic and a selection of great wines?
R44 | between Stellenbosch and Klapmuts | Stellenbosch | +27 (0)21 884 3144
Boulder’s Beach Restaurant
After a relaxing stroll on the beach and exclamations of ‘so cute” at the African Penguin Colony, head out to Boulder's Beach Restaurant for a taste of the freshest ingredients combined into a Pacific-Rim cuisine.
4 Boulders Place | Boulders Beach | Simonstown | +27 (0)21 786 1758
Starlings Restaurant
If you feel like some home-style food in a relaxed yet tasteful environment, head out to Starlings Restaurant in the leafy suburb of Claremont. If the weather permits, you and your mom can spend some time in the well-kept garden, or cuddle up in the beautiful Victorian interior.
Opening times: Mondays to Saturdays: 7:30am – 5pm
94 Belvedere Road | Claremont | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 671 6875
If a restaurant meal is not your ideal way of spending Mother’s Day, why not head out to some of these weekend markets?
Pose your way to inner Nirvana
Yoga is a great way to become more aware of your body's posture, alignment and patterns of movement. As a special this Mother’s Day, you and your mother can go for an intimate one hour class for only R50 per person. Make sure you wear stretchy, comfortable clothes for maximisation of movement. Mats and other equipment are provided.
General classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:15pm, and gentle classes are on Fridays at 8:45am. Contact Jane at Centered Yoga.
4 Glynnville Terrace | Gardens | Cape Town | + 27 (0) 82 309 4970
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We have plenty of Mother's Day Restaurant specials, read through our Yummy Mother's Day lunches in Cape Town.
We also have restaurants that aren’t doing a Mother's Day lunch but will still make her feel special, read our restaurants celebrating Mother's Day, every day of the year.
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