UAE Mother’s Day 2021: Deals and deliveries in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

UAE Mother’s Day annually falls on March 21. Each year, a number of venues across the country launch deals, discounts and limited-edition dishes to help families celebrate. Here’s a look at some of the ways you can pamper your mum on her special day in 2021. How about bonding with mum over pool views while soaking up the sun? Those visiting Cove Beach on Sunday, March 21 with their mothers not only get a complimentary cabana but also 30 per cent off of the total bill. Talk about a win-win. Sunday, March 21; 2pm-5pm; 30 per cent off the total bill; 056 398 7895; www.covebeachabudhabi.com The hotel’s spa has put together a “perfect bonding” package for mothers and daughters. There will be a 60-minute aromatherapy massage, followed by an afternoon tea experience at the Lobby Lounge. It's perfect if you’re looking for rest, relaxation and sweet and savoury treats while overlooking the pool. You need to book 24 hours in advance. Daily, until March 31; Dh499 for two; Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana, Al Bateen; 02 657 0182; www.rotana.com Mums heading over to Ginger, the all-day dining restaurant at Park Rotana Abu Dhabi, on Mother’s Day will be able to enjoy a smorgasbord of international flavours for free when accompanied by one paying guest. Expect live cooking stations, cheese and bread sections, hearty main courses and plenty of desserts to satiate the sweet tooth. Sunday, March 21; 7pm-11pm; Dh199; 02 657 3322; www.rotana.com Executive chef Sandeep Ail is teaming up with Emirati chef Aysha Al Obeidli for Emirati Mother’s Day at Punjab Grill. The end result will be a fusion Emirati-Indian menu served at the fine dining restaurant on the day – think samak machboos (seafood machboos) and Rubiyan Salona with dates and Chips Oman. Friday to Sunday; March 19-21; 2pm-8pm; Dh350 per person; Punjab Grill, Venetian Village, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal; WhatsApp 050 668 3054 Mums will get a meal for free at Remal Hotel's signature restaurant Al Falaj. Meanwhile, if you plan on pampering her with a staycation, the hotel has also launched a package for the day with a fixed price of Dh350 for a room for two, inclusive of a buffet breakfast the next day and all taxes. Sunday, March 21; free meal for mothers at Al Falaj Restaurant and a staycation for Dh350; Remal Hotel, Al Bandaq Road, Al Ruwais; 02 809 2222 ; www.remalhotel.ae It’s her special day – so why not get all dressed up for a tea, biscuits and scones? The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal is inviting guests for a classic afternoon tea experience at Alba, its lobby lounge. Sip on tea and indulge in sweet and savoury treats while in a cosy setting complete with a vaulted ceiling and chandeliers. Apart from the tea, guests can also expect a complimentary beverage. Friday to Sunday, March 19-21; 2pm-5pm; The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal; 02 818 8203; w ww.ritzcarlton.com The lively Abu Dhabi spot on Yas Marina is treating mums, who are dining with their children, to a free roast dinner. Meanwhile, there’s plenty of delicious dishes to keep the children happy, from chicken wings to nachos. Sunday, March 21; noon to 1am; free meal for mothers; Yas Marina; 02 565 1175; w ww.yasmarina.ae Satiate those cravings for hearty dishes from India’s Mughal era with a trip over to The Yellow Chilli by Sanjeev Kapoor. The restaurant is known for its tawa gosht, lamb rogan josh, methi murg tangdi and more, and those dining at the restaurant on Mother's Day with their mum will get a main course on the house. Saturday and Sunday; March 20 and 21; free main course; offer valid in Dalma Mall in Abu Dhabi, JLT and Burjuman branches in Dubai and Al Qasba in Sharjah; 800 75892 For one day only, mums dining with their family over at Cafe Society can enjoy their meal on the house – be it breakfast, lunch or dinner. Whether it’s the restaurant’s popular eggs Benedict or breakfast waffles, or truffle mushroom pizza or Mediterranean seafood paella, there’s plenty to try. Advanced booking is recommended. Sunday, March 21; 9am to 11pm; mums dine for free when visiting with family; Tamani Marina Hotel, King Salman Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud Street, Dubai Marina; 04 318 3755; www.cafesociety.ae If you’re looking to start Mother’s Day in an “egg-cellent” manner, breakfast favourite Eggspectation has whipped up cute little pancake skewers – little cakes layered with strawberries, kiwis, bananas, a drizzle of chocolate sauce and maple syrup – that they’re offering complimentary to all mothers on March 21, along with the purchase of a main by a companion. Sunday, March 21; timings vary; free skewers with the order of a main; The Beach, JBR; City Walk, Al Safa Street ; eggspectation.ae The family-friendly restaurant located in the grassy surroundings of Dubai Hills Golf Club has put together a deal for all super-mums. The restaurant is offering mothers a complimentary meal when dining with a minimum of four guests. They can choose from a sunset menu, with starters like cauliflower pakoras, crispy chicken tacos and yellowfin tuna ceviche, while mains include dishes such as the Thai-baked sea bass, Hillhouse kofta or tenderloin medallions. To round it off, desserts include maple and pecan lava cake, baked yoghurt and hot rhubarb with cold doughnuts. Sunday, March 21; all day; one free meal with minimum of four guests dining; Dubai Hills Golf Club; 800 666353; www.dubaihillsgolfclub.com If a calming session of meditation and yoga is what you think mum needs most, sign her up for a free class. Inspire Studio, a much-loved Dubai yoga and fitness centre, will be having a Mother’s Day class on Saturday, March 20 at Gate Avenue, DIFC. The class will be led by instructor Nerry Toledo, and will take participants of all levels through poses designed to increase her strength, endurance and flexibility. Pre-registration is a must. Saturday, March 20; 9.30am-10.30am; free; upper level Zone D of Gate Avenue, DIFC; www.inspiremeyoga.net Take a little break from the hustle of life with a relaxing treatment at H Dubai’s Mandara Spa. In honour of Women’s Day and Mother’s Day, it is offering a 65-minute massage treatment for women for Dh399 throughout the month. Want to spend time bonding with your mother? Simply go with her and you both can enjoy one for Dh499. Daily, until Wednesday, March 31; Dh399 for one woman and Dh499 for two; The H Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road; 04 501 8270; www.hhoteldubai.com Celebrate Mother’s Day in a quintessentially British manner – with afternoon tea. To help you do just that, Marks & Spencer will be offering a 25 per cent discount on its afternoon tea experiences, usually priced at Dh79, for a limited time only. Indulge in fair trade tea, sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and more, as you catch up with mum. Daily, until March 21; Dh59.25 (after discount); branches located in Dubai Mall, Dubai Festival City Mall, Marina Walk and The Springs Souk; www.marksandspencer.com/ae Mother-and-daughter duos heading over to the tranquil spot in Sheraton Mall of the Emirates will get a 50 per cent discount on all body treatments that are one hour or more. The offer also applies to mothers-to-be. Saturday to Saturday, March 20 to 27; 50 per cent discount on body treatments 60 minutes or more; Shine Spa, 24 floor, Sheraton Mall of the Emirates; 04 377 2380; www.shinespadubai.com Throughout the month of March, Raffles Dubai’s home-grown Italian restaurant Solo is inviting the dads and the children to cook a family lunch for mum with the help of its talented chefs – while she enjoys a complimentary 60-minute massage at Raffles Spa. The cooking class will be specifically designed by the chef to cater to mum’s favourite dishes and will be suitable for children 12 years and above, with a minimum of three guests per class required. Daily, until Wednesday, March 31; Dh380 per person; 04 324 8888; w ww.raffles.com Mums dining at the popular beachside restaurant can enjoy a delicious roast dinner with 20 per cent off on the final bill when dining with their children. Moreover, all children under the age of 12 will also dine for free from the kids’ menu. Sunday, March 21; noon to 1am; roast starts at Dh99 before discount; Tap House, Club Vista Mare, Palm Jumeirah; 04 514 3778; www.thetaphouse.ae This lively spot at La Mer is treating all super-mums to a discount to match their age. That is, mums will have to show their Emirates ID and if they are, say, 30, they get 30 per cent off the total bill. Sunday, March 21; 5pm to 1am; The Bungalow, La Mer; 054 994 7971 ; bungalowdubai.com This classic American saloon located on the 68th floor of the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai boasts some of the best views of the city, and for Mother’s Day it’s put together a “show-stopping” pink dessert. This mega-dessert combines a number of classic American sweet treats, from chocolate pecan cake pops to red velvet and cream cheese cupcakes. Pre-order is required. Sunday, March 21; 1pm onwards; Dh120; JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay, Dubai; 0 4 560 1700; www.weslodge.ae If you want your gift to stand a cut above the rest, Park Rotana Abu Dhabi’s lobby cafe ParKafe is taking orders for customised Mother’s Day cakes. Choose between flavours like chocolate truffle, carrot, blueberry cheesecake and more, and make it extra special by sending a nice photo of your mum over to be incorporated. A one-kilogram cake is priced at Dh99, with an additional Dh15 for the customisation. A day's advance order is required, and this is available for pick-up only. Thursday to Saturday, March 18 to 27; 7am to midnight; Dh113 for a customised cake; ParKafe lobby lounge, Park Rotana Abu Dhabi; www.rotana.com To ensure no one has to spend a minute in the kitchen on mum's special day, the luxury hotel has put together a bespoke hamper, available as take-away or delivery. Expect Middle Eastern dishes, hot and cold mezze items and a mixed grill. Friday to Saturday, March 19 to 21; Dh395; 02 690 8888; www. mandarinoriental.com/abu-dhabi Those interested in whipping up a homemade meal, but don’t quite have the time, NRTC Fresh has launched a “mommy’s helper box". Within are fresh, pre-cut fruits and veggies to make meal preparation seamless. Each box contains ingredients such as potatoes, garlic, Romaine lettuce, red cabbage, broccoli florets, carrots, white onions, yellow capsicum, cucumber, beetroot, tomatoes, baby spinach, pineapple, pomegranate, honeydew melon and watermelon. The crowning touch is that every box also comes with an empty card, so you can fill it with words on how great mum is. Daily, until Sunday, March 21; Dh84; deliveries across the UAE; www.nrtcfresh.com To help budding chefs who want to make gourmet meal for their mother, Butcha has put together a “Cook for your Mama” kit. It contains all the ingredients needed to make Turkish cheese koftes, sucuk or Merguez sausages, chicken shisk and lamb chops, and even includes Turkish bread, vegetable skewers, sauces and dips, baklava and Turkish delights. Daily, until Wednesday, March 31; Dh295; 800 666 353; deliveries across Dubai; www.saroodoffers.com Think flower bouquets are too cliche? Swap it out for a cupcake version. Mister Baker has one made out of dual-hued cakes, as well as a range specifically for Mother’s Day, including pink heart mousse cake and cupcakes that spell out how much you love her. Cupcake bouquet available until Wednesday, March 31, mousse cake is available from March 19 to 21 ; Dh225 for the bouquet, Dh125 for the mousse cake; various branches across the UAE; www. misterbaker.com/uae If you’re looking for something offbeat for mums with a sweet tooth, homegrown House of Pops has launched limited-edition popsicle bites. The bite-sized chocolate-coated popsicles come in a variety of flavours such as passionfruit, coconut, strawberry and chocolate. Finally, to show mum how much you care, they arrive in cute boxes and are heart-shaped. Thursday to Sunday, March 19 to 21; Dh50 per box; available in Dubai exclusively through Deliveroo; www.deliveroo.ae Sarood Hospitality has put together a hamper with everything needed to pamper mum. This includes artisanal soaps, face masks, forget-me-not flower seeds, as well as food items such as miniature afternoon tea cakes, miniature scones with raspberry jam and clotted cream, lemon curd, assorted dates, chocolates and more. Available until Wednesday, March 31; Dh245; 800 666 353; deliveries across Dubai; www.saroodoffers.com LDC Kitchen + Coffee has put together a “big box of bakes” for the occasion. It’s packed with fresh, made-from-scratch baked goodies such as croissants, scones and cookies, and comes with jam and cream (for those scones). You can also expect French toast, a granola cup and a homemade babka drizzled with Nutella. Daily, until March 31; Dh169; via Deliveroo or takeaway in Dubai through select London Dairy Cafe outlets and LDC Kitchen + Coffee outlets in JLT and DIFC; www.londondairycafe.com ______________________ Read more: ______________________

UAE Mother’s Day 2021: Deals and deliveries in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Whether you're looking to head out or spend time at home, here's a round-up of activities and gift ideas in the UAE