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There are plenty of ways to celebrate the moms in your life with gifts from CWE boutiques or with a special dining experience. Here is some inspiration for how to make Mother’s Day extra special.
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On Mother’s Day, May 10, Drips Botanical Elements will host the Hartford St. Flower Stand. They will be offering fresh flowers that are all local and chemical-free. Delight your mom with a bouquet showcasing delicate spring favorites like peonies and ranunculus. They will be at Drips from 11 a.m. til sell out. While you’re there, be sure to check out the other plants in the store for other wonderful last-minute gifts.
The perfect gift for a mom in your life awaits at Esther & Mila. Now through May 11, enjoy 20% off sitewide. Explore handcrafted jewelry, botanical skincare, crystals and body care crafted entirely from plants and designed to bring beauty, softness, and atmosphere into the everyday.
For the mom who could use some pampering in her life, get her a gift card to Paul Mitchell The School. Use code LOVEMOM for 40% off digital gift cards that can be used on all services and products! (This offer is valid now through May 11. Must make a minimum gift card purchase of $40 to qualify.)
You can’t miss this one-day-only Mother’s Day Special at The Cup! On Saturday, May 9, The Cup is offering two classic standard-size cupcakes for only $8. (Valid May 9 only, while supplies last. Valid on Classic standard-size cupcakes only.) It’s the perfect sweet treat to enjoy with your loved one.
Dine Out
Celebrate Mom the way she deserves with brunch at The Preston from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Begin with a thoughtfully curated appetizer buffet featuring a chilled seafood display, complemented by seasonal salads and small bites. For the main course, enjoy elevated brunch classics like brioche French toast and shrimp and grits. You’ll finish on a sweet note with desserts crafted by their pastry team. Tickets are $85/adult and $32/child ages 12 and under. Add bottomless breakfast cocktails for $26/person. RSVP here.
