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Mother’s Day 2013: Where to Go in Pasadena
Many local restaurants and other destinations are serving up Mother's Day menus, specials and events. Make sure to make reservations.
The day to honor mothers is Sunday and those looking to take mom out have many local options. Check them out below and be sure to make reservations if necessary.
Know of another Mother’s Day spot in Pasadena? Share it in the comments section below.
Urban Homestead Mother’s Day English Tea
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If you want to avoid the Sunday Mother’s Day crowds, Urban Homestead is having an English Tea at their cozy 1917 craftsman homestead on Wednesday, May 8 from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Three tea menu options are available. See more information here.
Free Family Fun Day at Pacific Asia Museum
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Pacific Asia Museum will hold a Free Family Festival celebrating the current exhibition The Garden in Asia on Sunday, May 12 from 12-4 p.m. Admission to the event and Pacific Asia Museum galleries is free and open to the public during that time.
Visitors can enjoy crafts, henna art, performances and more inspired by the exhibition The Garden in Asia. In addition, the Paradise Cookies truck will be on hand with their signature ice cream cookie sandwiches and other sweet treats.
See the family festival schedule here on Pacific Asia’s website.
The Langham Huntington Hotel & Spa
Mother’s Day Brunch in the Huntington Ballroom will feature the following menu highlights:
Smoked & fresh seafood; domestic and imported cheeses; artisanal meats; sushi and caviar; assortment of salads; specialties such as Crusted Thyme Prime Rib with Savory Au Jus, Poached Salmon Medallions with Olive and Fennel Salad, and Slow-cooked Pot Roast with Spring Vegetables; carving stations and made-to-order omelets; a chocolate fountain and a variety of pastries; and free-flowing champagne.
-10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. / $95 per person ($35 for children 4-12)
Market Brunch in The Royce Wood-Fired Steakhouse:
An interactive Sunday Market Brunch experience including a flowing mimosa station in the White Wine Room, displays of fresh breakfast pastries, and lively chef-action stations inside the kitchen, where guests will enjoy made-to-order brunch delicacies.
-11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. / $95 per person ($35 for children 4-12)
Sunday Á La Carte Brunch and Enhanced Breakfast Buffet in The Terrace:
Guests can order brunch specialties á la carte or indulge in an enhanced Mother’s Day breakfast buffet which includes an omelet and carving station; spring vegetables and potatoes; fruit, cereal and pastries; smoked fish and cheese; orange juice, coffee and tea.
-10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / $52 per person – Enhanced Breakfast Buffet
Pink Chocolate Afternoon Tea in The Lobby Lounge
A variety of the finest teas served with a selection of savory tea sandwiches, scones with Devonshire cream, fruits, tarts, mousse torts and crème brülées – all containing different chocolate essences. A grand pink chocolate fountain is the focal point of the tea, with surrounding chocolate sculptural art. 10% of proceeds will be donated to the Constance G. Zahorik Appearance Center at Huntington Hospital.
-12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. / $59 per person (29.50 for children 4-12)
Mother’s Day Harmony Package at The Huntington Spa
This indulgent package includes a 60-minute Chuan Harmony Massage and a 75-minute Chuan Yu Facial to stimulate energy channels and provide deeply relaxing and balancing effects. To continue the Chuan experience at home, the recipient will receive an elemental balancing Chuan soap at the conclusion of their visit.
-2-hrs and 30-min / $365
Mommy & Me Mani/Pedis at The Huntington Spa
The nails of the hands and feet are filed, shaped and the cuticles are groomed. A choice of buff or polish completes the service. Enjoy pampering and one bottle of Langham’s signature OPI nail polish to take home for the pair of you!
Manicure: 30-min / $70; Pedicure: 50-min / $115 (Pricing includes two manicures and pedicures for mothers and children 12 and under)
Dining Offerings – May 12
For reservations, please dial (626) 585-6218 or visit pasadena.langhamhotels.com
Spa Specials available – May 1-31
To book an appointment, please call (626) 585-6414 or visit thehuntingtonspa.com
Old Pasadena shared some of what their restaurants are serving up:
The Annual Mother's Day Brunch begins at 10:30am on Sunday.
Treat Mom to a Spanish-style brunch at Bar Celona from 10:00am - 3:00pm.
Choose from Mother's Day Brunch offered 10:00am - 2:30pm or Dinner from 5:00 - 9:00pm.
Offer Mom her choice of a special Mother's Day brunch or dinner featuring the food and wine of Puglia.
Celebrate Mother's Day with a Mexican-style brunch at IX Tapa from 10:00am - 3:00pm.
Special Mother's Day Brunch starting at 9:00am and featuring a great selection of their delicious menu items.
Celebrate Mother's Day at the Market on Holly with a special brunch menu and Champagne cocktails.
A unique opportunity to sample brunch at Vertical, try their Mother's Day Brunch including bottomless Mimosas from 11:00am - 3:00pm.
From 10:00am - 3:00pm, enjoy their Mother's Day Buffet Brunch, which includes unlimited Champagne.
What are your Mother's Day plans? Share in the comments.
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