She is one of the most important people in your life. She is there when you need a hug, have scraped your knee, or need advice on an important decision. We call her MOM – and on Sunday, May 9 we honour this wonderful woman for everything she does the other 364 days of the year.

Cater to the one who would do anything for you, by planning the PERFECT Mother’s Day celebration! – with the help of delicious products from Summer Fresh!

Morning:

This is the one day of the year where you should allow mom to sleep in! Dad – get any young children up and dressed without disturbing mom’s rest.

Together, let older children help prepare “breakfast in bed” that includes all of mom’s favourites! For younger children, have them design place cards or a menu to put on the breakfast tray along with the meal. Try these appetizing suggestions!

• Serve Summer Fresh Maple Walnut Topping over fresh pancakes or waffles. Add whipped cream and berries for extra indulgence.

• Spread Summer Fresh Vegetable Hummus on a toasted whole-grain bagel

• Toss diced potatoes with Summer Fresh Spicy Artichoke & Asiago Dip and fry for a delicious twist on home fries.

• Top a vegetable omelet with Summer Fresh Bruschetta.

• After serving mom breakfast in bed, make sure she awakes to a clean house, and all of the chores being completed, including laundry, vacuuming and dusting.

Afternoon:

After mom has rested and eaten her homemade breakfast, make sure you have a fun filled afternoon planned with activities you know she will love, such as:

• Treat her to a “spa day” including a massage, pedicure or manicure at a local spa. Be sure to pack for her a delicious Summer Fresh Snacks such as Roasted Red Pepper Snack n go!

• Book a class for her and yourself to learn about something she is pursuing. This can include a wine tasting class, pottery class or an introductory one on one yoga session.

• There are many enjoyable activities you can do at home too, including hosting a “tea party” with a variety of teas and finger foods. Try finger sandwiches created with Summer Fresh Hummus and sliced cucumber, or Summer Fresh Cranberry Pomegranate Topping & cream cheese spread over fresh scones.

• Break out all of the old home movies that you can find and have a “movie-a-thon” Bring back the memories of when you got your first bike, or won gold at your dancing competition. Curl up and make sure there are plenty of snacks on hand such as Summer Fresh Cheddar & Leek Cheesy Dip with Multi grain chips or Summer Fresh Spicy Tzatziki with baked pita chips for dipping.

Evening:

After a fun filled day, wind down with a delicious meal that includes all of mom’s favourite foods! While it is being prepared, keep mom out of the kitchen for the ultimate element of surprise. Allow little hands to help with tasks like setting the table, or pulling ingredients out of pantry as they are needed. Try some of these gourmet choices:

• Make pizza with ALL of mom’s favourite toppings! Instead of sauce, spread Summer Fresh Artichoke & Asiago Dip on the pizza crust

• Toss bowtie pasta with smoked sausage in a cheese sauce using Summer Fresh Provolone & Onion Cheesy Dip.

• Add a spicy kick to sloppy joe’s by adding Chipotle Dip to the mixture

• In baked taco shell bowls, add basmati rice, top with vegetable chili and garnish with Summer Fresh Tzatziki.

• Create an interactive dinner, with a “build your own” taco bar with Summer Fresh Seven Grain Salad and Summer Fresh Salsa