Love Local List: Beautiful gift ideas for Mother's Day

When we look at how much our mother’s do for us it's easy to understand why they need to be treated a little bit more on Mother’s Day. The women who have helped shaped our lives deserves to be made to feel extra special, so they know how much we appreciate them.

Our latest Love Local List is packed full of ideas and suggestions to help you spoil your mum while supporting the small business on our stunning Central Coast.  From day spa pampering to pearls and personalised gifts or breaky boxes in bed to a bunch of blooms or buffet lunches, we think there are plenty of options for the special mother figure in your life.

We’ve added in gifts ideas for those mums-to-be as well as events for mother’s who have experienced loss. For those last minute gifters, don’t fret there is a list of venues offering e-vouchers so you can still spoil your mumma.

Enjoy browsing and celebrating the important woman/women in your life.

Breakfast

Breaky Box from Cue and Crew, The Entrance

Treat mum to breaky in bed but leave the cooking to Cue and Crew at The Entrance. Back by popular demand for Mother’s Day their MAMA box includes two bacon and egg rolls, two ham and cheese croissants, two apple or orange juice, and two brownies. Available to pick up 12 May before 8am!

Mother’s Day at Lago Cucina, Budgewoi

With glimpses over Lake Budgewoi, start your Mother’s Day at Budgewoi's newest venue. With a beautifully prepared Breakfast at Lago Cucina, enjoy fruits, pastries and a cooked breakfast and glass of sparkling wine. If you prefer to treat your Mum to lunch, lunch includes a 3-course set menu with snacks and sides and dinner will be served from their a la carte menu. Whatever your plans, enjoy a beautiful meal at a time to suit Mum.

Mother's Day Breakfast at Terrigal Beach House

Treat your mum to stunning views with a beachfront breakfast at Terrigal Beach House from 8-11am. Whether your mum prefers sweet or savory, she’s a lover of a hot breakfast or prefers a cold breakfast, her hunger will be tamed with all the traditional breakfast items available on their Mother’s Day menu.

Mother's Day Breakfast at Cue and Crew, Tuggerah

Stay warm and dry whilst enjoying a scrumptious hot breakfast at Cue and Crew in Tuggerah. From your standard bacon and eggs to their smoked brisket and egg roll, there’s something tasty to keep everyone warm and satisfied.

Lunch

Maew Maew, Terrigal

Celebrate all the wonderful Mums in Maew Maew style with a 2 or 3 course set luncheon menu with Asian flair and mouthwatering savoury and sweet delights. 

The Wild Flower, Bells at Killcare, Killcare

Overlook the garden at Bell's at Killcare this Mother's Day will you dine on an unforgettable lunch at The Wild Flower restaurant. Mum will be greeted with a Bellini and handmade posie from the Bells Garden on arrival before being seated to enjoy a wonderful four-course meal. 

Avoca Beach House, Avoca Beach

Make your Mumma feel special this Mother’s Day with a decadent seafood lunch at Avoca Beach House. With uninterrupted views of the beach and surrounded by her family, it’s an event you know she’ll love. Enjoy an exquisite 3-course menu plus a welcome drink on arrival. It’s a day of love and appreciation the whole family can enjoy.

The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort, Toukley

Enjoy a three course shared menu and a glass of sparkling on arrival at The Beachie. Add extras like Sydney Rock Oysters or Chandon NV sparking for a little something more. One things for sure, Mum will be in a spotlight as she is surrounded by stunning waterfront views in the Hamptons inspired restaurant with the people most important to her.

YellowTail, Terrigal

Gather your Mum and the family for a fine dining lunch at Terrigal to let Mum know how special she is this Mother's Day. The Mother's Day 3 course pre-fixe menu includes entree, main and dessert plus a side dish and you can choose to dine inside or outside to enjoy the sea breeze. 

Central Coast Leagues, Gosford

A feast fit for a queen will be served at the Central Coast Leagues Mother's Day Luncheon. Indulge in a shared-style family feast with your loved ones from 11am on Sunday 12 May.  With fresh floral centre-pieces, a complimentary cocktail for Mums and a small gift of appreciation from the Club, this luncheon is the perfect place for the family to get together and celebrate Mum.

Angel Sussurri, Yarramalong 

Mother's Day lunch at Angel Sussurri is a picturesque place to treat mum on Mother's Day. Set in the beautiful Yarramalong Valley, there will be a choice of a two-course meal or three course meal and share plates to start. Bring the kids too as there is a dedicated menu for them too! Book early to avoid disappointment and for something extra special book an overnight stay in their Manor House. 

Motel Mezza, Wyong

Lunch with an air of mystique sound like great option for your mother? Motel Mezza has a special Mother’s Day banquet lunch menu with the optional extra of a Tarot Card reading with clairvoyant Louise from Ocean Energy Balance.  

Meribella, Terrigal

For the food loving mother’s out there, Meribella will have a special 4-course degustation menu with live music and stunning views overlooking Terrigal beach. Starting at 1pm on Sunday 12 May this will be an elegant affair that’s sure to get the tastebuds salivating.

KEFI, Koolewong

Treat your mum at Koolewong’s newest dining experiences, Kefi from 11am on Sunday 12 May. Enjoy a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with their 3-course Greek-style banquet, with dishes from traditional moussaka to succulent grilled seafood. Add to your experience with their optional extra of Pinot & Picasso, where you can sip on handcrafted cocktails by the ocean while unleashing your inner artist with a guided painting session.

Safran, Ettalong Beach

Treat Mum this year with a delicious, shared feast at chef-hatted restaurant Safran. All mums will enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival, and a special sweet treat to take home.

Dinner

Hotel Gosford, Gosford

Wine and dine your mum with signature sips and delicious dishes when you book an exquisite lunch or dinner at Hotel Gosford this Mother's Day. Live music will entertain you while you sit and relax in the company of your family and friends.

Pinocchios, Gosford

Treat Mum to a mouthwatering feast this Mother's Day at Pinocchio's Wine and Pizza Bar!  Indulge in a delectable selection of their finest pizzas, pastas, salads, and desserts. Thye've got the little ones covered with a special kid’s menu for children up to 12 years old! And for those with dietary preferences, they offer vegan and gluten-free alternatives so everyone can join in the celebration.

Drifters Wharf, Gosford

Spoil your mum with waterside dining, a free glass of prosecco, and delicious meals when you book breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Drifters Wharf. Upgrade her day with a beautiful bouquet of flowers from the Petal Sisters.

High Tea at Kooindah Waters, Wyong

Treat your precious mum to a special Mother's Day High Tea at Mercure Kooindah Waters featuring a delicious range of freshly prepared sweet treats, petit fours, savoury bites and a glass of sparkling wine on arrival! There are two seating times 11:30am and 1pm. Bookings are essential.

High Tea at Pullman Magenta Shores

Mums needs to be made to feel special and what better than spoil Mum for the afternoon with danty treats, beautiful views and a glass of bubbly this Mother’s Day. Enjoy a beautifully prepared High Tea at Barretts Restaurant with the whole family on Sunday 12 May. Choose from a 12pm or 2pm sitting and relax as you tuck into a yummy array of scones.

High Tea at The Pantry, Forresters Beach

Create memories and a stunning centrepiece for your home at The Pantry. take your mum to enjoy a morning of high tea, bottomless bubbles, and a flower styling workshop by their neighbours The Botanical Workshop.

Pearl Jewellery Workshop, Distillery Botanica – Sat 11 May

Enjoy an afternoon of designing and creating your own unique freshwater pearl jewellery piece with Distillery Botanica and the team from Sip & Pearl. Enjoy a Gin & Tonic on arrival, cheese and crackers, cucumber sandwiches, and something sweet to keep everyone refreshed and energised.

Mother’s Day Sip, Soak and Savour Workshop, Firescreek Winery

Have fun with your Mum at the Mother's Day Sip, Soak and Savour Workshop creating your own luxurious, all natural salt bath soak and raw sugar scrub, infused with FiresCreek wines. Savour a decadent selection of delicious Belgian chocolates, handcrafted locally by Luka Chocolates, perfectly paired with Firescreek Botanical Wines.

Mother's Day at Bloomfield Fine Art Gallery

Those art loving mums will appreciate the pieces at Bloomfield Fine Art Gallery with Claire Tozer’s solo exhibition on display. Upon arrival you will receive a complimentary glass of bubbly to sip on while you soak in the art and the first 50 mums will receive a gift.

Dried and Preserved Flower Arrangement Workshop, House of Ellery

Bring Mum to a flower arrangement workshop at the House of Ellery on Saturday 11 May and create your very own stunning flower arrangement in a vase ready to take home to admire for many days to come. There will be soft pastels pinks, purples, whites, yellows to choose from on the day. 

Mother's Day Workshop, Mudhouse Studios, Kincumber

Celebrate the extortionary journey of motherhood and honour the strength, boundless love and resilience that defines the role. Create moments to treasure with an afternoon making beautiful pottery pieces in a special Mother's Day workshop.   

TeenyTarts

Spoil your mum with a selection of sweet and savory tarts made with love and finished with a the most decadent toppers. Try a Mums Delight box with 12 signature tarts including chocolate ganache tarts, caramel macadamia and zesty lemons cheesecake and rocky road! Pick up your order from Ourimbah.

5 Star Day Spa, Erina

Give your mumma the ultimate gift and let her relax and feel the tension drift away while she is pampered and rejuvenated with a Five Star Day Spa’s spa packages. Your mum will feel Relaxed, Refreshed and Rebalanced after a heavenly holistic delivered treatment.

Haven At Home, Erina Heights

All your items for Mother’s Day in one beautiful homeware shop. From clothing, earrings, candles, cocktail glassware, cushions and home décor you’ll find something at Haven at Home that all the mum’s figures in your life love.

Boydita, Erina

Treat Mum to a stunning arrangement of Boydita fresh flowers or upgrade to a pamper hamper to include a variety of pampering treats. With a bunches and bunches of bouquets to suit every budget, Mum will be tickled pink, purple, yellow or orange to receive a luxury posy or hamper this Mother’s Day.

Broken Bay Pearl Farm, Mooney Mooney

Make this Mother's Day truly special by gifting her a piece of timeless saltwater pearl jewellery from Broken Bay Pearl Farm. Celebrate the extraordinary women who have shaped our lives with their love and support this Mother's Day. Give her a sustainably crafted saltwater pearl with a natural purity matched by its rare high quality. A gift to treasure for years to come.  

Love Her Gift Boxes

Love Her Gift Boxes, located in Bensville, haven't forgotten about the 'Mumma's to be' this Mother's Day. These beautifully arranged pregnancy themed gift boxes feature belly butters, relaxing bath salts and calming bath milks. Shop their range of create your own gift boxes for new mums too and fill your hamper with her favourites so she can get some much-needed R&R.

Slow Coaching Co.

Treat your mum to some ‘me’ time with a voucher to mindfulness sessions with Slow Coaching Co. The sessions help you to slow down and focus on your self-care through understanding mindfulness and its benefits.

From Above Images

Gift your mother with an awe-inspiring print of your favourite local spots and beyond, From Above Images have some truly special images to share. Shop their range of images that focus on the beauty of the nature around us.