Photo courtesy of MARKET by Jean Georges
Sunday, May 8th is the day to celebrate your much-loved mom this year. Do it up right, and treat her to one of these special Mother’s Day brunches in Vancouver.
Market by Jean-Georges, at the Shangri-La Hotel
How do brown butter waffles, smoked salmon benedict and chocolate fondue sound? That’s just a teaser from the special 3-course menu that includes a choice of an appetizer, main and dessert, $58 per person, served from 11am-3pm. For reservations call 604 695 1115 or email.
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The Fish Shack
Perfect timing if your mom is a seafood lover. Sunday is lobster and crab festival – where 1lb lobsters and whole Dungeness crabs are $24.95 all day. The fish and chip eggs benedict and buck-a-shuck oysters sound like tasty options too, all served until 6pm.
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Dockside Restaurant at The Granville Island Hotel
A brunch buffet served at a waterfront setting? What mom wouldn’t love it, visiting food stations where she can sample over 70 selections like omelettes, local meats, fresh seafood and Dockside’s signature milk chocolate fountain? Two seatings, 10am and 1pm, and reservations are required. $74.95 per person for adults, and $34.95 per child 6-12yrs (5 and under free). Call 604-685-7070 to reserve.
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WildTale Coastal Grill
This Yaletown hotspot serves up everything from healthy smoothies to decadent chicken and waffles, egg white frittatas and more. Brunch is a casual thing here, and if the weather works in your favour, sit on the 40-seat patio.
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Vancouver Urban Winery’s Sunday School Series
After brunch, flip the tables and you take mom to school for once. Hosted by Sommeliers David Stansfield and Lisa Cook, Sunday School is a short wine tutorial in a fun and laid-back environment – and this date is geared to Mother’s Day. Located in The Settlement Building, a hip heritage building updated by designer Omer Arbel. Tickets are $40/person online or at 604-566-9463. Class runs from 3-5pm.
