7 Mother’s Day gift ideas
Yes, we know that every day should be Mother’s Day. But let’s be honest, we probably don’t show as much appreciation as we should. And some of us are just bad at expressing ourselves with words. This Mother’s Day, seize the opportunity to shower her with some love. We’ve amassed gifts from around RWS that do all the talking for you.
1. A Cantonese dinner at Feng Shui Inn
What it says: “I’m indulging you in the traditional way you like”
This special 8-course Mother’s Day menu screams indulgence with dishes like steamed longevity buns infused with bird’s nest, baked and shredded ‘Kampong’ chicken, and braised ‘Ee-fu’ noodles in lobster broth topped with bacon. This menu caters to 10 persons, so please gather the troops before you head down; you’ll get a complimentary bottle of Magnum Bruno Paillard Premier Cuvee Champagne and a Mother’s Day cake for your troubles.
Price: $1088++
Available from 10 May to 12 May
For enquires and reservations, please call 6577 6599.
2. Contemporary Chinese Cuisine at Forest 森
What it says: “Thanks for balancing tradition with modernity”
The bold creations of Chef Sam Leong that boasts some truly awesome sounding dishes: slow-cooked braised superior bird’s nest with crab roe accompanied with supreme consommé, steamed Marble Goby with homemade mushroom paste, and the exquisite 6 Head Australian Abalone with silky bean curd and sautéed vegetables. But what really seals the deal for us is the starter: a complimentary glass of Mimosa champagne cocktail.
Price: $180++ per person for 6-Course Set Dinner with a glass of Mimosa Champagne cocktail
Available from 10 May to 12 May
There is also the ongoing Sunday Brunch menu at $68++ per adult and $38++ per child
For enquires and reservations, please call 6577 7788
3. Hearty Italian fare at Palio
What it says: You fill us with love and give us a sense of warmth
Comfort food done right. Just reading the special 5-course Mother’s Day set menu made us full: a selection of homemade Italian appetizers and a bowl of rich Roma Tomato soup for starters, homemade pasta with traditional Bolognese sauce, juicy grilled rib-eye steak, sausages and spring chicken with rosemary potatoes for mains, and chocolate profiteroles filled with custard to polish things off. Burp.
Price: $148++ for 4 for the Mother’s Day set menu (for both lunch and dinner).
Available 11 May & 12 May 2013, Saturday and Sunday
For enquires and reservations, please call 6577 8888
4. An aquarium staycation
What it says: “Let’s relive my childhood outings”
Remember back in the day when mum held your hand on outings to the zoo or aquarium, or in some cases, yelled at you from a distance to “don’t bang on the glass!”? Celebrate Mother’s Day by reminding her of those nostalgic and innocent days with a visit to S.E.A. Aquarium. Better still, make it a staycation. Leverage on the 2-day 1-night promotion which includes 2 One-Day Adult Admission ticket to S.E.A. Aquarium, a stay at your choice of hotel (Hard Rock Hotel, Hotel Michael, Festive Hotel or Equarius Hotel), and breakfast for two. It’s a great way to spend time with mum and only mum.
Price: From $308
Visit the promotions page to book your stay
Available till 30 June 2013
5. A massage session at ESPA
What it says: Let me pamper you
She’s tired, her shoulders are tense, and she looks drained from being the backbone of the family; so give her the gift of relaxation. ESPA has a special Mother’s Day package that includes a 60-minute personalized massage and a meal at Tangerine by Chef Sam Leong. Don’t worry about waiting around for her – just sign yourself up for the package too.
Where: ESPA at RWS
Price: $200++ for the Mother’s Day Package
6. Chick Crisp Cookies from Fung Wong Confectionary at Malaysian Food Street
What it says: “Let’s watch TV together”
Super crisp and addictive,Chick Crisp Cookies is great for munching while watching mum’s favourite Korean drama together. Buy a few boxes and whip out the tissues.
Price: $7.80 for a box of 16
7. Tea set from Maritime Experiential Museum
What it says: “Have your friends over”
She’ll boast about this intricately designed tea set when she serves her friends tea. Or she’ll just put it in her display cabinet.
Price: $68. Available only while stocks last.
If you simply want to have a family day out, check out what you can do in our family day out at RWS post.
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