Make Mother's Day 2022 memorable with these downtown finds

Did you know in most languages, the word for a mother begins with the letter "m"? It's true (here's an official article, in case you're now curious)! With a multitude of monikers for a mom, here are the ways from downtown Rochester businesses to show appreciation for your one-and-only mother figure in your life.

This Is Food Union's mom gift box

Details: Gift Mom a box of our marvelous food finds. Choose, Cheese and Charcuterie, Chocolate Provisions, or our Pantry Envy box. We have an opinion on literally everything, so blow-by-blow tasting notes and serving suggestions will be included. Custom boxes are available too! MOTHER'S DAY PLUS- Free beautiful chocolate bar included with every order!
Dates: April 18 through May 6, 2022
Where: Online here

Janky Gear's Mama-Pa-Loo-Za

Details: A celebration of your Janky mom, Janky Gear's MamaPaLooZa event will host a seedling sale, gear specials, free gift for moms with each purchase, and more!
Date: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 7, 2022 at Janky Gear
More details here.

Healing Touch Spa's Moms & Mimosas event

Details: Treat yourself, mom! Enjoy a complimentary mimosa with your massage, body wrap, and/or facial this Mother's Day!
Date: 12 to 7 p.m. May 8, 2022
More details here.

Art Heads Emporium classes

Details: Make something for your mom or take one of these classes with her! Art Heads Emporium is offering a variety of class types through Mother's Day to make it an experience with her or to give her something unique.
More details here.

Bleu Duck Kitchen's Mother's Day gift bundle

Details: Give mom what she really wants for Mother's Day: a Bleu Duck Kitchen gift card, a mini champagne bottle, and the freshest flowers!
More details here.

Chester's Mother's Day brunch menu

Details: Make your Mother's Day reservations today or call us for parties of five or more at 507-424-1211. We will have a special Mother's Day Brunch Menu (not buffet) along with a complimentary mimosa for mom. Dinner will include our regular menu with mom-inspired features!
Date: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 8, 2022 at Chester's Kitchen & Bar
More details here.

Pescara Mother's Day reservations

Details: Make your Mother's Day reservations today or call us for parties of five or more at 507-280-6900. We will have a special Mother's Day Brunch Menu (not buffet) along with a complimentary mimosa for mom. Dinner will include our regular menu with mom-inspired features!
Date: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 8, 2022 at Pescara
More details here.

Terza Mother's Day dinner

Details: Make your Mother's Day dinner reservations today. Dinner will include our regular menu with mom inspired features! Please call us at 507-216-9590 for parties of five or more.
Date: 3 to 10 p.m. Sunday, May 8, 2022 at Terza
More details here.

Pasquale's Neighborhood Pizzeria e-gift card

Details: Do you still need a gift from Mom? Why support a local business and give her the best pizza in town? We want to make it easier for you by offering you 15 percent off on our e-gift cards. Plus, you will be supporting a local business during National Small Business Week.
Where: Online here

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