Whether your mom loves flowers, coffee, champagne or brunch candle-making workshops and sweet treats – or just wants to spend intentional time together, there are answers from local businesses, many owned by women, immigrants or people of color. Here are some last-minute Mother’s Day experiences and gifts worth checking out before reservations and supplies run out.
For brunch-loving moms
The team behind Ánimo! is leaning into tradition this Mother’s Day with a special Día de las Madres brunch rooted in comfort food and homemade flavors: floral conchas, chilaquiles and mimosas.
The Mexican restaurant is offering a three-course prix-fixe experience on Sunday, May 10, alongside its regular brunch menu. The meal begins with guacamole fresco, house-made salsas and totopos for the table before guests choose mains like enchiladas suizas, enfrijoladas vegetarianas or piloncillo French toast topped with strawberries. Dessert includes tres leches cake or a limited-edition floral concha made especially for the holiday.
The brunch costs $42 per person or $49 with an optional mimosa pairing. Reservations are available through OpenTable.
For moms who deserve flowers and coffee
Richmond Hill café Deja Brew is teaming up with Flowers After Hours NYC for a one-day Mother’s Day Flower & Coffee Bar on May 10.
Guests can build custom bouquets while sipping dragonfruit tea, banana creme tiramisu latte or cold brew inside the Caribbean-inspired café. Mini bouquets start at $7, while larger arrangements cost $37. Food and specialty drinks will be available for purchase.
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 102-10 Jamaica Ave. in Queens. Quantities are limited and bouquets are assembled on-site. Learn more about Deja Brew.
For candle lovers and creative moms
Brooklyn-based Nose Best Candles is celebrating Mother’s Day with its signature candle-making workshops inspired by synesthesia, the blending of scent, sound and emotion.
Founded by best friends Brittany Furnari and Cristian Abbriancati, the business offers beginner-friendly classes where guests mix fragrances and pour custom candles in a laid-back, creative setting. Learn more about Nose Best Candles.
Nose Best Candles is offering 10% off sessions with the code “MOTHERSDAY10.” It’s part DIY activity, part self-care ritual and part an excuse to slow down together.
For moms who prefer champagne over flowers
Brooklyn-based B. Stuyvesant Champagne, founded by Marvina Robinson, is making Mother’s Day gifting feel a little more luxurious this year.
The Black woman-owned sparkling wine company is offering complimentary shipping, gift wrapping and personalized notes for online purchases with the code “MOTHERSDAY.” Select early orders will also receive surprise gifts.
The company is also hosting a special in-person activation at FreshDirect Wines & Spirits, where bottles will be transformed into floral “Champagne Bouquets,” with blooms and bubbly all in one gift.
For Robinson, whose company grew from the belief that champagne shouldn’t be reserved only for milestones, Mother’s Day is another chance to lean into joy. Learn more about B. Stuyvesant Champagne.
For a “Goodfellas” Mother’s Day that’s a neighborhood brunch
Historic Neir’s Tavern in Woodhaven — once a White boys’ watering hole now owned by a Black Jamaican immigrant — is hosting a Mother’s Day brunch from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Moms will receive a special gift.
One of the city’s oldest bars, Neir’s has long leaned into community-centered events that range from open mics and jazz nights to family bingo. Neighborhood nostalgia is baked into the walls: The iconic Christmas scene from the film “Goodfellas” was filmed here, and Hollywood icon Mae West graced what was once a ballroom stage.
For families looking for a low-key Mother’s Day meal with local history attached, Neir’s Tavern is hard to beat. Learn more about Neir’s.
For moms who’d rather stay in and add spice to their kitchen
Spice company Burlap & Barrel may not be running a traditional Mother’s Day promotion, but its curated gift sets are built for moms who love to cook, bake or experiment in the kitchen. Learn more about Burlap & Barrel.
The company recently matched different spice collections to personality types:
Baker: Sugar, Spice and Everything Nice Gift Set
Traveler: Origin Blends Collection
New mom: Tomato Kitchari (which the company says is especially easy to make)
Mom in need of self-care: Royal Cinnamon Hot Chocolate
Outdoorsy: Woodland Honeys
Mom who has it all: Spice Club membership
Check out this Instagram post for more details.
For bilingual moms with young’uns
One community hub is hosting a slower-paced alternative to crowded brunch reservations, with a bilingual sensory experience for moms and young children.
The Forest Hills event includes music, flowers and hands-on sensory exploration designed to make the moment memorable for parents and children. DM “MOM” or “MAMÁ” to this Instagram account to save your spot.
