Quarantine Chronicles: Ma-Mama, Mama-Mo-Ma-Mum
Photo by: Mi Madre by LadyJRVA
This year Mother’s Day is going to be pretty weird. I’m fortunate to have my mom in town and I’m sure she’ll be making something delicious to eat while she and my Tia (aunt) criticize everything from what I’m wearing to whether I’m drinking enough water. Welcome to FWS (Foreign Woman Syndrome). My mom is the hardest person in the world to shop for. She LOVES clothes and shoes, but I don’t dare, and while flowers are nice, sometimes I want to get her something so left of center that it will be a nice surprise at least.
It got me thinking about how this current time will affect this holiday. Some of you have moms in other states which I’m sure you’ve been Facetiming and texting the hell out of to make sure they are safe. For those in town, the traditional Mother’s Day brunch is obviously out, but there are ways to make up for this. I decided to give you all some ideas on how to celebrate this Mother’s Day in Coronastyle as well as support local business.
Eats
A socially distanced picnic or a nice virtual meal together can still be a nice way to say, “Thanks, Mom”. Even if you can’t be with mom on her day, you can have a meal delivered or picked up for her at some of our local Momtastic establishments.
Stella’s
I don’t need to tell everyone how these two mitéras not only create some of the most delicious and established meals in RVA, but would make any mom feel special.
Happy Mother’s Day to Ms. Stella Dikos and Katrina Giavos!
MamaJ’s
Featuring some of the tastiest soul food in town, you know your Mama will love this Mama!
Happy Mother’s Day to sweet Ms. Velma Johnson!
Nota Bene
A perfecto way to tell mom you love her, Italian style.
Happy Mother’s Day to stellar mom and owner,
Victoria Aracri Deroche!
Lulabelle’s Cafe
I’m never disappointed with Lulabelle’s and they will be providing a true Southern menu for you and your momma.
Happy Mother’s Day to the lovely owner Nicki Murphy!
Sweets
No Mother’s Day is complete without some sort of confectionary delight to remind ourselves just how sweet moms are!
Whisk
Mom will LOVE their macaroons and other baked goodies.
Happy Mother’s Day to owner Morgan Botwinick!
Michaela’s Bakery
Home of the Thalhimer's Six Layer Cake, Michaela’s is perfect for cakes and cookie orders. It smells so good walking in there!
Maggie’s Cupcake Cafe
This woman does it all! Cakes, Cupcakes, Pies…OH MY!
Happy Mother’s Day to owner, storyteller, and Veteran, Rebekah Lynn Pierce!
La Sabrosita Bakery
To all my Latina Mami’s out there, this is the bakery for them! They make the most festive and beautiful cakes!
Feliz día de la madre, Argentina Ortega!
Gifts
FLOWERS
Old Time Feeling: Visit Kelsey on Instagram, pick up and delivery still available!
FOURTEEN ACRES: Beautiful in-season florals delivered right to your door.
FUN GIFTS
WORLD OF MIRTH: Some of the coolest mom gifts in town! Give her an unexpected surprise!
Happy Mother’s Day to Owner, Thea Brown
THE WOW FACTOR
CAMEO: Give her the gift of a personal celebrity message AND support a cause!
THE RVA TREATMENT
GIFTED RVA: Get her a gift that says “I love you MOM, and I love RVA”. Beautiful gift sets!
AFTER COVID GIFTS with GIFT CERTIFICATES to LOCAL BUSINESSES
A haircut with one of our hairstylists
A massage at a local spa
A mani-pedi (and get one for yourself for a little mom-daughter time)What To Do
Tickets to the theater, symphony or an upcoming concert
Get her dancing lessons
Get her cooking/baking classes
Other things to do
Have a backyard picnic
Take a trip together with virtual tours of museums, gardens, mansions, and national parks
Take a virtual dance class together
Make a wreath for her front door with mom day messages
Take a walk together