Don’t Panic, Here Are 9 Last Minute Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Still haven’t got your mum a gift for Mother’s Day this Sunday? Well, don’t panic. We’ve all been there.

If you’re still cracking your brain on what to get for your mum, don’t fret, we’ve compiled a list of gifts that you can get at the very last minute – no shipping involved.

We’ve got you covered so your mum won’t be disappointed this Mother’s Day.

1. For The Foodie Mum

With the lazy, sunny days truly upon us, what better way to feel a little bit more fancy by hitting up one of Singapore’s many amazing high tea spots with your mama!

If your mum loves food, then book an afternoon at her favourite high tea spot. Anti:Dote is known for their jewellery drawer chest tea set.

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Situated in Fairmont Hotel, their high-tea selection consists of various creations including gourmet sandwiches such as Smoked Salmon with Lemon Cream Cheese and Ikura Roe, Mini Strawberry Cake, and Warm Chia Seeds Scones.

You can also find more high tea spots here.

ANTI:DOTE
Address: Fairmont Singapore, 80 Bras Basah Road Level 1, S189560
Price: $48++
Contact No.: 6431 5315
Opening Hours: Mon – Thur: 3pm – 5pm; Fri – Sun: 12pm – 2pm, 3pm – 5pm
Website

2. For The Domestic Goddess

If your mum enjoys spending all her time baking in the kitchen or whipping up a hearty meal for the family, then TOTT is the answer.

From cookware to kitchen tools and accessories, TOTT is THE culinary dream.

If you’d like to get your mum a new set of baking tools so she has an excuse to spend all day in the kitchen baking, then she’ll love Jamie Oliver’s Measuring Stack ($48.90).

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This measuring set makes getting the right amount of ingredients super quick and easy. She’ll definitely thank you for this one! You can also get it online here.

Jamie Oliver Measuring Stack
Where to buy: Find your nearest TOTT here
Price: $48.90

3. For The Organised Mum

I know I got my super neat freak genes from my mum. She loves organising the house and making sure everything is spick and span.

In fact if she could colour coordinate the clothes in my wardrobe, she would be happy to do so.

If your mum sounds a bit like mine, then she’ll definitely love Kikki.K. You can get everything from notebooks and journals to organising folders and storage folders.

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This Mother’s Day, choose from a selection of Kikki.k’s products and personalise them with their monogramming service.

Add a sweet personal touch you know your mum will love and appreciate.

Kikki.K
Where to buy: Find your nearest outlet here
Price: Planners (From $59.90)

4. For The Mum Who Loves Cake

This is the easiest and safest option by far. You can never go wrong with cake, especially if your mum has a sweet tooth.

This Mother’s Day, BreadTalk has got you and Mummy covered.

Yams of Love ($34.80) is a beautiful soft chiffon cake layered with pudding and luscious yam paste made with yam imported from Taiwan.

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From 1 May to 13 May, this cake will be available at all BreadTalk stores island wide (except Singapore Cruise Centre and United Square).

If Mummy loves anything yam, then this is the perfect cake for her on this special day.

Yams Of Love Cake
Where to buy: Find your nearest BreadTalk here
Price: $34.80

5. For The Beauty Guru Mum

If your mum religiously sticks to a routine to maintain her youthful look, then she’ll most definitely love any skincare products.

Give mum the gift of pure, natural beauty with Innisfree this Mother’s Day from 1 to 13 May 2018. From everyday essentials for radiant-looking skin to powerful nourishing treatments, there’s definitely something for her.

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Give her the extra treat she deserves with a complimentary Jeju Pomegranate Revitalizing Special Care Kit when you pamper her with either the Jeju Pomegranate Revitalizing Essence ($46) or Jeju Pomegranate Revitalizing Cream. 

Jeju Pomegranate Revitalizing Essence
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All you have to do is go to Sephora’s online store, choose a design and enter your gift amount. Write a special message for her and wait for a confirmation email for your gift card purchase.

Here’s a quick and easy way to make your mum feel truly special this Mother’s Day.

Sephora Online Gift Cards
Where to buy: Head on to Sephora’s online store here
Price: $20 – $100

7. For The Yogi Mums

You look at her and wonder how in the world does she manage to go to work, care for the entire family and even squeeze in time to stay healthy.

She’s not just a regular mom, she’s a cool mom.

She downs a bottle of protein shake for breakfast, eats kale and quinoa for lunch and squeezes in a yoga session after work.

If that’s your mum, then she’ll love these fashionable tights from Lululemon for her next yoga class.

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Taking her from street to yoga, cruise through the day with this light weight and buttery-soft, All You Do Tights in Nulu fabric.

She’ll definitely rock these tights at her next yoga class.

All You Do Tights
Where to buy: Lululemon Ion Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, B1-11, Singapore 238801
Price: $150

8. For The 9 – 5 Office Mum

All mighty mothers deserve a spa session at any time of the year. Hence for Mother’s Day, Auriga Spa is offering two treats throughout May to thank the caring figures in your life.

Mum’s month ($250 per person) includes a Body Massage and a Rose Facial, both 45 minutes long. The self-explanatory Spa Date with Mum ($550 for two) includes a 30-minute Body Scrub, a sixty minute Body Massage or Rose Facial, and afternoon tea for two. Both packages come with an Aesop Travel Set to take home.

Auriga Spa
Address: Capella Singapore, 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098297
Price: From $250
Website

9. For The Ice Queen

Thank mum for her love and devotion with beautifully crafted sterling silver charms. Give your mum something special this year to celebrate what she means to you.

Pandora is known for their collection of charm bracelets and what better way to show your love for her than getting her charms that represents the both of you.

Breathtaking in design, expertly crafted and intricately hand-finished, this limited edition Flourishing Hearts Silver Bangle ($149) is the perfect gift for her.

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Hand-finished in sterling silver, this limited edition bangle features a detachable clasp with a tree of love motif she can mix and match with other clasps.

Flourishing Hearts Silver Bangle
Where to buy: Find your nearest Pandora outlet here
Price: From $149

Mothers wear so many hats at any given point of the day. Spend time with your mum this Mother’s Day, after all, it’s the thought that truly counts right?

Also Read 10 High Tea Spots To Make Your Mum Feel Like The Queen She Is This Mother’s Day

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Meet Caryn Lim – Rising Entrepreneur In The Beauty Industry

Located in the sleepy neighbourhood of Siglap is Hands + Feet Studio. When I walked in, I first saw Caryn standing behind the counter, attending to a customer and her mother. Her cheerful disposition and relaxed nature quickly put me at ease. The white walls and open concept of the studio felt like home.

caryn3A middle-aged lady walking around the counter area caught my eye. I observed as she gently reminded Caryn of the customer’s next appointment slot. Acknowledging my arrival, she gave a firm nod and a slight smile. I wondered who she was. Was she one of Caryn’s staff? I entertained a few possibilities but put them out of mind as Caryn approached me. We were to head to the staff’s pantry area.

The pantry was every bit like my grandma’s kitchen. A slow cooker, and food and drinks filled the tables, while friendly reminders to staff were taped to the walls. Caryn took the seat opposite me, and we started our quick Q&A session.

IF YOU NEVER TRY, YOU’LL NEVER KNOW

Hi Caryn, could you tell us more about yourself?
Four years ago, I started Hands + Feet Studio. The studio combines two services – nail services and massages. Most salons only focus on nail services, but I felt that there was demand for a complete experience for customers. Besides, husbands/ boyfriends could get massages done while waiting for their wives/ girlfriends.

Before Hands + Feet, I was working in the banking industry for two years. I’ve actually always known that I wanted to open a mani-pedi salon, so I took the plunge when this shop space was made available. In September 2014, I also started Coat Colours, a non-toxic nail polish.

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How did you know that you’ve always wanted to open a mani-pedi salon?
I’ve always enjoyed nail and massage services. Through my teenage and adult years, I would frequent salons. This love for such services started partly because of my mom’s influence.

When I was younger, about 13 years old, I sometimes followed my mum for her nail and massage sessions and I always enjoyed it. So when I told my mum about my decision to quit my banking job and open Hands + Feet, she was very supportive, much to my surprise.

The services at Hands + Feet are very affordable. How do you manage this?
Let me tell you a story. When I opened Hands + Feet and told my friends about it, they had 2 comments. First, why is it so far? Second, it’s really affordable.

What they didn’t know was that the slightly distant location allowed us to price as such. In fact, we’ve only had one price increase since we started. When we increased the prices, I felt bad about it. But it was also then when I realised how affordable we were – none of our customers had complaints or any issue with the increase!

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What about Coat? What led you to start a line of non-toxic nail polishes?
At Hands + Feet, we were seeing increasing demand from customers regarding non-toxic nail polishes. Most nail polishes available in the market contain certain chemicals such as camphor, paraben, and formaldehyde.

There was a study done on it. After application of such nail polishes, there was an increased amount of these toxins detected in the urine levels of the individual. It shows that our bodies do absorb what we apply on our nails.

coatcollectionHence, Coat is 8-free. Our formula has no formaldehyde resin, no formaldehyde, no toluene, no camphor, no DBP, no TPHP, no paraben and no xylene. Our colours are also FDA approved. Some of the non-toxic nail polishes in the market can be quite watery.

However, Coat’s texture is thicker and more viscous. This consistency helps the polish to last longer after application. The shades and colours for Coat are also chosen in-house, and we’ve taken special care to select colours that will suit the Asian skin tone. Coat is made in USA.
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Coat can be purchased .

It must be tough going at this yourself.
It’s definitely not easy, but I have the help of my mum. She doesn’t need to be around at the studio actually, we have a manager to oversee operations. However, she has always shown support by putting in effort and time to be around – she helps out with the operations, inspects for cleanliness, and even buys and cooks food for the staff!

I would say she’s the peacemaker at the studio. When I’m being harsh and strict, she’ll encourage and motivate. As a result, she has gained the respect of staff. I will always remember how my mum supported me in my decision to start Hands + Feet.

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Hands + Feet is doing really well, you’ve mentioned that it’s almost full house on weekends. Coat Colours has also been picked up by numerous salons and magazines for its 8-free formula. You’ve proven yourself as a business owner in every way. Do you still have anything else lined up?
I’m actually working on a new project, beauty-related, and we’re hoping to launch towards the end of this year. I’m really excited by the progress we’re making, but I can’t reveal anything else at this period of time. I’ll definitely keep you posted.

A word of advice for aspiring business owners?
Don’t hesitate. Just do it.

As I lingered at the reception area while waiting for a cab, the phone at the studio rang. Caryn answered, and in a split second later, exclaimed “Muummm!”. The same middle-aged lady I saw earlier appeared and took the phone. Ah, so that’s Caryn’s mum. She looked at me and smiled, her lips lifting up to her eyes.

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Address: 
44 Siglap Drive, Singapore 456169
Contact: 6448 7187
Opening Hours: 11AM – 10PM
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9 Types Of Singaporean Mums And Best Gifts For Them

 

As Mother’s Day draws near, we keep an eye out for florists, gifts and online deals, if only to get the best gifts for our mums on that special day. Some mums love flowers, whilst others think of it as a waste of money (it’s going to wilt anyway); some mums love accessories and clothes, whilst others haven’t dressed up since they had us.

Which is why this article recommends gifts based on Mum’s hobbies and tastes – think lululemon for yoga enthusiasts, and a nice chopping board for mums who love to cook.

We’ve compiled a list of 9 Singapore Mum personalities, ranging from the Yogi to the Traveller – and a great gift for each type of mummy this Mother’s Day.

  1. The K-Drama Ahjumma

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Other mums may complain that we spend too much time in front of the screen, but K-Drama lover Mum is just as guilty of that as we are. She’ll stay up till the wee hours to finish her latest rom-com. She remembers the day of the week by the episodes released. Don’t even think of testing her database of cute Korean male leads, she’ll ace it for sure. A true blue K-drama addict, ‘Eomma’ will do anything and everything to get her daily drama fix.

Suggested gift for her: A Descendants of the Sun Poster

Surprise her with memorabilia from this mega-popular series – she’ll treasure your gift forever. If Mum doesn’t know what we’re referring to, then she has not become a full-fledged K-Drama Ahjumma, find something else on this list for her instead. 

  1. Foodie Mum

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Persona:
She may or may not know how to cook, but Mum certainly knows how to eat – and very well at that. Always caught munching on something regardless of the hour, and forever on the prowl for the next café to hop to, Mum lives for food and food only.

Suggested gift for her: A Free Flow Italian Brunch Buffet at Garibaldi for 2

What better way to treat a foodie mum, than a buffet at one of the best Italian cuisine restaurants in Singapore? Forget the usual flowers and decent restaurant meals – Mum deserves to be served only the best, and pampered on this special day. The buffet upgrades include free flow of alcohol, ensuring a merry Mother’ Day for you and Mum.

  1. Yogi Mum

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Persona:
Mum is flexible, in the most literal sense, and it certainly isn’t too much of a stretch to say that she’s absolutely obsessed with yoga. Be it Bikram or Yin, and no matter the pose, she always appears to be in perfect zen – but closer inspection reveals that she’s peeking at the timer and muttering: 30 more seconds…

Suggested gift for her: As if Mum doesn’t look awesome enough in those back-breaking poses, adorn her with yoga gear that her fellow yoga buddies will be jealous of with this lululemon gift card. Give your mum the freedom to fill her wardrobe with their esteemed collection.

  1. Cooking Mum

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Persona:
Saying Mum loves to cook is a huge understatement. Deriving immense satisfaction from stuffing her children (lucky you!), she spends her time experimenting with new recipes and different ingredients. Baking, frying, stewing, and force-feeding are peanuts to her, and whipping up a new dish everyday is ‘chicken feet”.

Suggested gift for her: Slice Cutting Board by Qualy Design

Albeit a little cliché, the cuteness and style of this cutting board will make your mum go gaga – cutting vegetables and fruits has never been more satisfying. Available in four different designs, each representing meat, fish, vegetables and cooked respectively, this board makes the best gift for any cook, and will surely show her how much mum and her cooking means to you.

  1. Fashionista

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Persona:
Many follow the latest fashion trend, but Mum is one of the rare few who can ACTUALLY pull it off. From her meticulously styled hair to her chic outfits, she dresses to wow – and much wow she gets.

Suggested gift for her: Rose Tear Drop Necklace 16’’ from Marilyn Tan Jewellery

Mum will never have enough accessories – so fret not about adding this little beauty to her collection. Available in 6 different colours, this locally designed necklace features an elegantly carved rose that will look good on any lady. As an added bonus, instead of gifting it in a box, put it around her neck personally and round it off with a hug to show your love and appreciation for her.

  1. Travel Mum

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Persona:
Family members call her proactive and outgoing, which roughly translates to ‘cannot sit still’ – and you have to agree. Unable to stay in one place, and still bursting with the curiosity of youth (despite her inevitable wrinkles), Mum is a roamer, an explorer of places around the world. The definition of young at heart, she loves travelling and discovering new places – but not as much as she loves you!

Suggested gift for her: JOIK Grapefruit and Mandarin Gift Set

For mums who travel in and out of the country as though it were their front door, gift her a body lotion, soy candle and soap bar – all inside a beautiful gift set that she can bring out on her travels. Soy candles last much longer than paraffin ones, and can fill her room with a scent that’ll remind her of you when she’s away. The lotion can’t return her youth, but at least it keeps her skin smooth and supple after all those hours in the plane! Both useful and stylish, this is a perfect gift for one who travels frequently.

  1. Business Woman

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Persona:
There are housewife mums, stay-home mums, retired mums, and then there’s your Mum. Taking her work seriously, and seriously working her head off, you sometimes wonder how she found the time to have you. I mean, just look at her juggle that laptop, tablet, phone and stack of documents – on one hand.

Suggested gift for her: A5 Soft Leather Journal by Bynd Artisan Atelier

At a size of A5, and handcrafted with natural grain cowhide, this notebook will fit nicely in her extremely cluttered bag (which is probably already overflowing with other things). Perfect for taking notes during her long meetings, as a notebook of to-do lists, or a journal, remind her that you’re always there for her when times are hard and deadlines are pressing! Engraving services are available, so you can print her initials on the notebook – and gift something that is hers and hers only.

  1. Hipster Mum

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Persona:
With great taste and an artistic flair, Mum busies herself with hobbies and interests – usually in the form of a DIY project. Which probably explains why her room is overflowing with the random-est things. Her motto: Huh, buy for what? I make for you la.

Suggested gift for her: Perfume Making Workshop by Je tamie

For mums who relish the challenge of crafting, and the satisfaction of using a product that they made themselves, no less, a perfume making workshop with definitely satisfy her hipster fingers. The workshop is for two, which obviously refers to you and mum, simply because the best memories you can give her are crafting experiences with you. Each participant gets to take home 105ml of perfume: three sample bottles of 10ml and one 75ml perfume in a hand- polished crystal bottle.

  1. Grandma

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Persona:
Grandma is… someone who has a grandchild (duh). Despite the many stereotypes about grandmas, such as their fussiness about the smallest things, Grandma is a wise person who is brimming with love for her children and grandchildren. A ‘next level’ Mother, the mother of mothers, Grandma fully deserves her title of ‘Grand’ Mother.

Suggested gift for her: Premium D24 Durian Puffs

Unless Grandma doesn’t like durians, these puffs are the best gifts for her, simply because they taste awesome. Available in a box of 12 and filled with the creamy goodness of fresh D24 durians, Grandma and the family will be in for a treat this Mother’s Day. Forget the sugary restrictions that the doctor gave and indulge Grandma – just this time.

Get more Mother’s Day gift ideas here.

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5 Posh Dinner Places To Bring Mom To So She’ll Be Proud Of You

May is just around the corner and that means Mother’s Day (8th May, 1st Sunday of May) is coming very soon! Remember how hard it was to get a table at the neighbourhood posh restaurant last year? And mom didn’t even enjoy her meal. This year, to save you from tears, we’ve handpicked 5 places to dine at (please book in advance!) with your mom this Mother’s Day.

1. Edge

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This Mother’s Day, Edge at Pan Pacific Hotel is rolling out a vibrant culinary spread for all moms out there. Executive chef, Ken Zheng, will be curating a special selection which includes Plum Somen Shooters, Salmon Oyako Chirashi Sushi, Salt Crusted Sea Bass with Champagne Caviar Sauce, and many more one of a kind dishes. If mom has a sweet tooth, their dessert spread which includes Rasberry Meringue Tartlet, Matcha Panna Cotta with White Peach Jello, Strawberry Layer Red Velvet Cake, will definitely impress her.

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Mother’s Day Dinner Buffet:
Date: 7 & 8 May, 2016
Price: $98++ (adults), $49 (6-11 years old)
Mom’s Day Special: Complimentary glass of Laurent Perrier Champagne for mothers

Mother’s Day Sunday Champagne Brunch:
Date: 8 May, 2016
Price: $198*++ (adults), $69++ (6-11 years old)
*Includes unlimited Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label, selected red and white wines, selected cocktails and beers, fresh juices and soft drinks

For mother’s day only, make your reservation through Chope app and their website to enjoy 10%. Simply state “Chope Mother’s Day 10%” in the “Special Request” section.

Edge
Address: Pan Pacific Singapore, Level 3, 7 Raffles Boulevard, 039595
Contact number: +65 6826 8240
Operating hours: Sunday Champagne Brunch (12:00pm to 4:00pm), Dinner (6:30pm to 10:30pm)

2. Terra

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Mom deserves the very best and we assure you, nothing tops a Tokyo Italian dining experience (except for mom’s cooking but please let her have the day off). There is an ala cart menu at Terra but we suggest you try the signature Omakase (a meal consisting of dishes selected by the chef) to experience’s Chef Seita’s artistry and craft.

What makes Terra really special is their philosophy of remaining faithful to authentic Italian cuisine without using any Japanese cooking technique; and at the same time, using seasonal fresh ingredients native to Japan. Among the dishes that diners will have the opportunity to sample include home-made in-house cured Bottarga, Acqua Pazza (an Italian seafood soup with poached fish and other treasures of the sea).

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Seita’s Omakase
Price: $128++, $168++ or $208++ per person
Serving time: 6:30pm – 11:30pm (last order at 10pm)
Reservations and pre-order of the Omakase is required

Terra
Address: 54 Tras Street, 078993
Contact number: +65 6221 5159
Operating hours: Monday – Friday (12.00pm – 2:00pm, 6:30pm – 11:00pm), Saturday (6:30pm – 11:00pm)
Website: Catalunya to experience what the Land of Passion, Spain, is all about. Located at Collyer Quay, Catalunya is a fantastic restaurant that offers a terrific combination of contemporary and traditional Spanish cuisine with a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of the city. But what makes Catalunya really impressive is their updated menu featuring a brand-new grilled seafood section and the drool worthy Chilli Crab Txangguro tapa. For the health conscious mom, Catalunya has gluten-free, vegetarian, and non-pork options.

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Catalunya
Address: The Fullerton Pavillon, 82 Collyer Quay, 49327
Contact number: +65 6534 0886
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday (12:00pm-12:00am), Saturday- Sunday (12:30pm-12:00am)
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This Mother’s Day, Marriott Cafe will be serving an extravagant Lunch buffet with more than 90 irresistible treats, making it 1.5 times more than their regular buffets! Kickstart this Queen Lunch with some fresh oysters, Boston Lobsters, Snow Crab Legs, and when mom wants something warm, head over to the Seafood Frill for more lobsters, scallops or check out the live station for some Foie Gras, roast beef, Salmon Coulibiac and more. Mom will also receive a special goodie bag that will put a smile on her face.

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5. The White Rabbit

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Want to enjoy a meal away from the crazy crowds and maddening queues? Head over to Dempsey this Mother’s Day to enjoy a luxurious Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch at The White Rabbit. From fresh oysters, Smoked Chicken Waldorf, Grilled Angus Flat Iron Steak, to Tiramisu and Muscovado Creme Brulee, mom will feel like she’s Alice in Wonderland. There will also be a little something from Yves Saint Lauren Beauty to make mama’s day special.

TWR Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch:

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Date: 8th May, 2016

First seating:
Price: $98++ (adults), $48++ (6-12 years old)
Seating time: 10:00am-12:00pm, 10:15am-12:15pm, 10:30am-12.30pm, 10:45am-12:45pm

Second seating:
Price: $108++ (adults), $48++ (6-12 years old)
Seating time: 12:30pm-2:30pm, 12:45pm-2:45pm, 1:00pm-3:00pm, 1:15pm-3:15pm, 1:30pm-3:30pm

The White Rabbit
Address: 39C Harding Rd, 249541
Contact number:+65 6473 9965
Facebook: The White Rabbit
Online Reservation: Click Here

So where would you bring your Lady Queen to this Mother’s Day? Or will you be cooking something up (like eggs) for mummy on her special day? Drop us a comment and let us know!

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Also read: 10 Annoying Things Only SG Moms Do That We Take For Granted

10 Annoying Things Only SG Moms Do That We Take For Granted

There’s someone who cares so deeply about you, more than you will ever know. The one who gives you the best she can offer without hesitation. She’ll gently pull your curtains open in the mornings to wake you up. The only one who…You get what I mean.

There’s only one such person in your life – Mom.

As Mother’s Day is coming soon on 8th May, we’ve come up with a list of 10 things our moms do which we usually take for granted. As annoying as some of them might seem, if you think carefully, they are all actions that stem from her unyielding affection for you.

  1. Calls you at “curfew” time.

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The younger you are, the worse this gets. As long as you’re still staying with mom, regardless your age, you’ll still get these calls from time to time even when “curfew” time doesn’t exist anymore. If you get these calls like I still do, she probably waited up a little to see if you’ve come home but decided to call you before she goes to bed.

So even if you’re busy hanging out, pick up that call at 1am to assure her that you’re okay.

  1. Calls you up to tell you to read your text.

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This is as cute, funny, and irritating as it gets. Sometimes my mom sends me a text and I would probably be too busy to look at it for the moment. 10 minutes later, she calls me up and says, “Son, read your text.” without the intention to tell me what that text was about over the phone.

If you’ve experienced this too, maybe our moms just felt that texting was more interesting than calling us up. Who knows?

  1. She’s the Google for anything within the house.

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You can’t deny this. She’s THE google in the house. Lost your socks? No problem. Ask mom. Can’t find your jeans? No problem. Ask mom. Lost your girlfriend? No problem. Ask mom. Just kidding on the last one by the way.

  1. When you go out with her, she’s got everything you’ll ever need.

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Once, my family and I went on an outing to Botanic Gardens. She had everything from wet wipes to sunscreen to hand sanitiser. She probably brought our whole house with her. Go figure.

  1. Comes into your room and makes you drink some weird drink or soup.

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Whether you’re doing work or playing games or watching your favourite series, occasionally you’ll hear a knock at the door and she’ll come in with a bowl of “soup”. All you know is that “it’s good for you.” Even though you have no idea what’s in it, you’ll be a good kid and finish it to the last drop.

  1. When you ask why, she’ll always say: “Because I’m your mom.”

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One of the most annoying things I’ve ever heard my mom say. When reason doesn’t work in her favour, she will drop this line on me and I’ll just have to accept it. No choice. Mom’s the word.

  1. She says: “Why don’t you ever go out?”

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Sometimes I’m just staying at home for a few days to save up some money, or to do some work. Then, she’ll suddenly ask me this question. According to her, she was concerned that maybe I didn’t have any friends to go out with. Of course not. My friends are at Hogwarts battling Voldemort.

  1. She says: “Why do you treat the home like a hotel?”

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After a few days of going out with my friends, she’ll utter the opposite of the previous point. Well, do you want me to go out or not?

  1. Always asks you to troubleshoot everything.

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Whenever she needs to install an app or if something’s wrong with her computer or phone, we’ll be the first one she calls. She really trusts us on these things.

  1. Treats you like a child no matter how old you are.

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Finally, the last one on our list. No matter how old you are, in the eyes of your mom, you are always the kid that you were when you were just 10 years old.

Mother’s Day is only a reminder of how much our moms mean to us. Remember, you only have one mom! So show your appreciation every day!

Have you thanked your mom today?

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