Let Mom take a break this Mother's Day and treat her to a gourmet brunch experience. Whether your mom is into gourmet gastronomy, runway fashion or local history, you’re sure to find a brunch destination that’ll really hit the spot (and possibly even allow you to reclaim your title as Mom’s favourite child). Image credit: istockphoto.com/PeteerS
Located in the heart of downtown, One18 Empire in a whiskey bar and restaurant specializing in locally-inspired cuisine and, of course, whiskey. This year, One18 Empire offers a special Mother’s Day breakfast brunch with all the classic offerings, as well as a carving station and desserts. If mom happens to be a whiskey buff, make sure to take a look at One18’s extensive whiskey menu and try a glass. Brunch admission is $45 per person. Seatings are available at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Call 403-269-0299 to make a reservation.
A favourite brunch buffet destination amongst Calgarians, the Calgary Zoo’s Sunday Safari Brunch amps things up with a special Mother’s Day menu that includes homemade buttermilk pancakes, west coast organic salmon, sushi rolls and sashimi, a kale Caesar salad, an Alberta beef carving station and more. Finish off the meal with a white chocolate fountain, as well as a decadent offering of French pastries, mousses and cakes. Admission is $39.95 for adults, $21.95 for children and $36.95 for seniors. Seatings are available at 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 2 p.m. Purchase tickets online or at the gate.
If mom is into fashion and food, take her to Vin Room Mission May 14 for a special brunch and fashion show in partnership with Hudson’s Bay Calgary. The fashion show features the latest fashion trends for spring at The Bay and may give you a few leads on some fashionable belated Mother’s Day gifts. The event features a three-course brunch with wine pairings that includes a cheese and fruit plate with muffins, ham Florentine quiche with BLT salad and strawberry crepes. The event also includes complimentary makeup touch-ups by MAC and gift bags from The Bay and Yann Haute Patisserie. Admission is $60 for adults and $30 for children ages 12 and under. Tickets to the event are available online.
Treat mom to the ultimate gourmet gastronomical experience with Teatro’s three-course Mother’s Day brunch. Start off with a choice of antipasti, followed by a choice of farm fresh poached eggs and focaccia, roasted chicken breast, steelhead trout or eggplant parmigiana. Finish the meal with a choice of seasonal fruit tart or lemon butter cake. The brunch costs $55 per person with additional sharing items and cocktails available for purchase. Call 403-290-1012 to make a reservation.
This popular upscale eatery in Tuxedo Park is a go-to for rich, homemade Italian cuisine. On Mother’s Day, Scopa offers a special Mother’s Day brunch that’ll leave both you and mom satisfied for days. All mothers attending brunch will also receive a special gift from Lina’s Italian Market. Call 403-276-2030 to make a reservation.
Alloy is an upscale international fusion restaurant located south of downtown off Macleod Trail. This year, Alloy celebrates Mother’s Day with a special a la carte brunch menu of share plates and entrees. This year’s offerings include delicacies such as truffle gnocchi, beef short rib hash, chilaquiles and more. Brunch is served from 10:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Call 403-287-9255 to make a reservation.
Calgary’s go-to destination for skiing, snowboarding and mountain biking hosts a gourmet, scenic Mother’s Day brunch with offerings like waffles, eggs benedict, omelettes, salads, mimosas and more. All guests will also be entered into a draw to win one of four Bioderma luxury skincare gift baskets. Admission is $39.95 for adults and children, $19.30 for children under the age of 11 and $35.95 for seniors and WinSport pass holders. Call 403-247-5452 to make a reservation.