Recipes for a special Mother’s Day Brunch
Ready to celebrate Mom in style?
This year, skip the crowded restaurants and treat Mom to a more intimate, warm celebration at home. Because it’s no secret—the best way to show your appreciation is by preparing a delicious meal. So put on your aprons and get ready to impress! We’ve put together a special Mother’s Day brunch menu with recipes that are as tempting as they are easy to make. It’s our way of saying thank you to all the mothers out there for everything they do.
Let’s raise a glass to all the amazing moms!
Two words, one genius idea: breakfast pizza. This recipe would be perfect for Mother’s Day brunch (or any brunch, lunch or dinner for that matter). It’s beautiful, delicious, AND easy to make. No need to cook a bunch of separate dishes—this breakfast pizza recipe brings together all the ingredients of a successful brunch (hello, eggs and bacon) on one crusty, golden dough.
The simple mention of “ham and cheese” is enough to get everyone excited. This recipe puts a nice Italian spin on the cult duo with the addition of olives, Parmesan, prosciutto cotto (cotto meaning cooked), and a nice handful of fresh herbs. These gourmet pinwheels are absolutely delicious and truly fantastic on any occasion, but in our opinion, are the perfect addition to any spring family meal.
Name a more iconic party dish than mimosa eggs … go on, we’ll wait! Practically everyone has heard of the famous devilled eggs (the American cousin to the French mimosa eggs) and most have served them at some festive occasion or another. It’s one of those dishes that everyone has their own recipe for: more or less mayo, pickles, no pickles, tuna, paprika, no paprika, etc. We’ve come up with three Mediterranean-inspired variations for you to add some sunshine to your Mother’s Day brunch.
Shrimp and smoked salmon cocktail
Our shrimp and smoked salmon cocktail is retro in the best way possible, and makes the perfect addition to any special spring occasion. This recipe lets the delicate seafood shine and is rounded off nicely with the addition of a classic salsa rosa sauce. A fresh and colourful dish that is sophisticated enough for any big celebration, but totally and utterly uncomplicated, meaning you can spend more time with your guests and less time fretting in the kitchen!
Asparagus mimosa with tonnato sauce
To celebrate this step towards warmer weather, we’re taking the iconic spring veg and pairing it with delicate quails’ eggs (chicken eggs work too!) and a rich, vibrant tonnato mayo. This recipe is quick and easy to make, but there’s a certain je-ne-sais-quoi that makes you want to put on your glad rags and use the good china. Good thing asparagus is in season right around Mother’s Day, right?
We’re quite literally serving spring on a plate. Butterfly-shaped pasta, fresh cheese, greens, mint, and lemon… yep, winter is officially over! A lush green pasta that is both simple and elegant—just the kind of fragrant, vegetarian goodness you’ll want to be serving at your first sunny get-togethers of spring. We like to serve this dish as either a main course or primo piatto, but it’s not out of place as a side on a buffet either (and by the way, it’s very tasty served at room temperature). This flawless spring dish touches perfection, and it’s now on heavy rotation!
Spring is in the air and something about that makes us want to tuck into lighter dishes. Speaking of lighter dishes, you can’t get much lighter than an airy coffee and ricotta mousse. Its cheesy goodness and caffeine boost remind us of the beloved tiramisù, and as if that wasn’t enough, this smoother-than-smooth delight comes together in just 10 minutes!
Ahhhhh the Spritz… This sunset-colored cocktail has become the emblem of the Italian aperitivo and a true international star. From the buzzing piazzas of Italy to the terraces, balconies, and backyards of Quebec, the spritz is now a must-have for enjoying the good moments of the beautiful season and the perfect drink to raise a glass to Mom! A simple mix of sparkling wine, with sparkling water or seltzer water and bitter liqueur (Aperol, Campari red, or Amermelade), not to mention ice cubes and an orange slice.
