Brunch and Beyond: Celebrating Mother's Day

Mother's Day is a chance to celebrate our moms and the maternal figures in our lives.

Restaurant workers often must plan to celebrate this occasion on an alternative day, as going out for a meal is one of the more popular ways families choose to celebrate the day. Mother's Day brunches and family dinners at mom's favorite place to eat are common - especially in households where mom is the one that typically prepares the meals.

If you would prefer to avoid busy restaurants with excessive wait times and hassled staff on Mother's Day, a great alternative is to plan an event at home with food and games for the extended family. Take some time to plan a menu including the favorite dish of each mom in attendance. You could do a home-style brunch, formal sit-down dinner, or even an outdoor cookout.

In fact, a big family gathering in honor of mom is a great way to kick-start outdoor party season. When spring weather cooperates, you can include fun games like croquet, bocce, and badminton to keep everyone entertained. Just be sure to do the planning and cleanup so the guests of honor can relax and enjoy!