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Mother’s Day is fast approaching which means it’s time to start figuring out precisely how you’re going to honor your mother. Get to making all those reservations for bountiful brunch buffets, perfectly prepared prix fixe meals and sensational specials before Sunday, May 10th – see what they’re cooking up at some of you favorites like 33 Restaurant & Lounge, 606 Congress, Alta Strada, Aujourd'hui, Aura, Avila, Azure, Bambara, Beacon Hill Bistro, The Beehvie, Bistro 44, Blue Ginger, Blue Moon Bistro, BOKX 109 American Prime, Bravo, Bristol Lounge, Caliterra, Cafe Fleuri, Cape Sea Grille, Casablanca, Chiara, Chillingsworth, Clink, Craigie on Main, dante, Davio's, Davio's Foxborough, Estragon, Finale, The Fireplace, Gargoyles on the Square, Grafton Street, Hamersley's, Henrietta's Table, L'Espalier, Lumière, Meritage, The Metropolitan Club, OM Restaurant | Lounge, Pigalle, Prezza, Regatta of Cotuit, Rialto, Rocca, Sandrine's, Sel de la Terre Boston, Sel de la Terre Natick, Sensing, Sibling Rivalry, Spiced Pear, Tastings Wine Bar & Bistro, Temple Bar, Tomasso Trattoria, Top of the Hub, Turner Fisheries, Tryst and UpStairs on the Square.

33 Restaurant & Lounge
Executive Chef Joshua Botsford is working on an elaborate feast in honor of moms this Mother’s Day. Give yours a moment to relax and unwind over a leisurely lunch at 33 Restaurant & Lounge. The all you can eat buffet includes a make your own omelet station and carving station as well as an assortment of sweets made just for her. As a special treat every Mom will be presented with a small gift, compliments of Equinox Fitness. Brunch costs $49.95 per person and $14.95 for children under twelve. Call 33 at 617.572.3311 for reservations.
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606 Congress
The folks at 606 Congress want you and your Mom to spend Mother’s Day with them this year so they‘re offering two special dining options. Chef Toby T. Hill, with the help of his sous chef Justin Hackett, will be whipping up two special buffets – one for breakfast and one for brunch. Breakfast, which will be served from 7:00am to 11:00am, will consist of such delectable offerings as baked breads, seasonal fruits, cereals, artisanal meats and cheeses, smoked salmon, oatmeal, omelets and waffles to order and scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage and breakfast potatoes. For brunch, which is served from 12:00 to 3:00pm, Hill ups the ante with some tasty extras like fresh Berkshire ham and a dessert table. Both buffets cost $39 for adults, $19 for children 5 to 12 years old and free for those under 4 – so bring the whole family. Call 617.476.5606 to book a table.

Alta Strada
Arrange a table at Alta Strada for you and your Italian-food-loving mother. They’re taking reservations between 11:00am and 7:00pm and serving an a la carte menu full of mom-friendly dishes eggs Benedict with prosciutto cotto and truffle oil; open faced Italian omelet with lobster and asparagus; and slow roasted prosciutto cotto with home fries. Call 781.237.6100 for reservations or more information.

Aujourd’hui
Show your mother how much she means to you by treating her to a special Mother’s Day brunch buffet at Aujourd’hui. Chefs William Kovel and Brooke Vosika will be whipping up a grand selection of goodies including breakfast specialties, a carving station and a New England seafood display. Plus, pastry chef Tim Fonseca will be there to ensure you get a hearty portion of sweets with their decadent dessert bar. Brunch, which costs $98 per person (half that for children ages 3-12), will be available from 11:00am to 6:00pm. If you've got little ones in tow, you might want to opt for brunch in the Grand Ballroom where they'll be serving a slightly more kid friendly menu from 11:00am-2:30pm (the prices are the same). Call 617.351.2037 if you’d like to make a reservation.
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Aura
Spend this Mother’s Day brunching at Aura as chef Rachel Klein pulls together a special a la carte brunch menu to delight every one. Try out dishes like roasted wild mushroom fondue with raclette, fingerling potato, leeks and grilled sourdough bread; grilled flat iron steak with truffle-fried egg, arugula, frites and béarnaise sauce; and eggs Benedict with griddled corn bread, smoked ham, hollandaise sauce and roasted herb potatoes. This special menu will be served from 11:00am to 2:00pm so call 617.385.4300 to make a reservation.
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Avila
Take Mom on a tour through the Mediterranean, one plate at a time, at Avila. Chef Rodney Murillo and pastry chef Tom Ponticelli will be serving up their regular stellar menu for both brunch and dinner. Brunch will be available from 11:30am to 3:00pm and dinner, for those who prefer to dine later, will be served from 5:00 to 10:00pm. To make a reservation, contact Avila at 617.267.4810.

Azure
Azure is the place to be for brunch this Mother’s Day. Chef Dennis Wilson welcomes diners – moms and otherwise to join him anytime between 11:00am and 3:00pm for a glorious brunch. There are Azure eggs Benedict and bananas Foster French toast for diners who are feeling breakfast-y as well as seared veal medallions and grilled salmon for those who are leaning towards lunch. Reservations are recommended so book a table by calling 617.933.4800.
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Bambara
Spend Mother’s Day at Bambara where executive chef Jay Silva will be pulling together a scrumptious buffet consisting of carving stations, breakfast choices, pasta, tasty sides and a selection of desserts. Plus, mothers’ get a complimentary mimosa to make them feel that much more special. Brunch, which will be available from 11:30am to 2:00pm, costs $40 for adults and $12 for children. To make you reservation, call 617.868.4444.
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Beacon Hill Bistro
Chef Jason Bond treats mothers from Beacon Hill and beyond to a specially designed brunch at the Beacon Hill Bistro. Reserve a table between the hours of 10:00am and 4:00 for three-courses of fresh-from-the-farm deliciousness – green garlic vichyssoise; slow roasted lamb saddle stuffed with salsify; and shortcake with rhubarb confit. So sated, your mom will be impressed by your culinary selection and your fiscal responsibility – the menu is just $38 per person. Call the Bistro at 617.723.7575 for a reservation.
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The Beehive
Hipster moms are making a beeline for The Beehive this Mother’s Day. Chef Rebecca Newell will be serving brunch from 11:00am-4:00pm and dinner from 5:00pm-1:00am so you can early birds and night owls can celebrate on their own schedules. As is the custom at The Beehive, there’ll be live music pretty much all day – jazz standards from Sharon Jones between 11:00am and 3:00pm; more jazz from Elenora Bianchini between 3:00 and 7:00pm; and salsa from 8:00pm-12:00am. Let mom decide what she’s in the mood for and book a table by calling 617.423.0069.

Bistro 44
For Bedford diners who don’t feel like heading into the city for Mother’s Day, Bistro 44 is a perfect option – and it’s right in their own backyard. Chef Jayson DeMarco is putting out quite a spread with an elaborate buffet that’s got something for every palate. For $38 per person ($18 for little ones and free for really little ones under 6), guests can pile their plates with Dungeness crab cake eggs Benedict; sliced Peking duck; or made to order omelets. Call 781.276.7565 for more info including hours and directions.
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Blue Ginger
Book a table at Blue Ginger to give your Mother’s Day celebration a little east-meets-west twist. Chef-owner Ming Tsai and his chef de cuisine Jonathan Taylor are going all out with an a la carte brunch menu that incorporates Tsai’s signature touches in dishes like Blue Ginger eggs Benedict three ways; shiitake-leek spring rolls with Thai dipping sauce; and wok-stirred lobster on parmesan flan with pea tendril salad. Reservations for brunch are available anytime between 11:30am and 3:00pm, and Blue Ginger will be serving their regular dinner menu from 5:00-9:00pm. Call 781.283.5790 to reserve a table.
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Blue Moon Bistro
If you don’t want to celebrate mom with a home cooked meal (maybe your cooking pales in comparison to hers?), take your mom to the Blue Moon Bistro in Dennis Village where chef-owner Peter Hyde will be welcoming guests with an elaborate à la carte menu. Book a table between 12:00 and 5:00pm to tuck into some celebratory seasonal specialties. Reservations are recommended, so call 508.385.7100.

BOKX 109 American Prime
Chef Evan Percoco and the rest of the folks from BOKX 109 American Prime invite you and yours to spend Mother’s Day with them this year. They’ve created a lavish brunch buffet featuring all your favorite dishes in the Ice BOKX, the Hot BOKX, carving and dessert stations. Let mom sample the bananas Foster French toast while you dig into a plate of black pepper and lavender honey glazed ham with rosemary biscuits. Brunch, which costs $45 for adults and $15 for children aged 5 to 12, will be served from 11:00am to 4:00pm. For reservations, call 617.454.3399.

Bravo
On Mother’s Day Bravo at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, hosts an extraordinary brunch featuring exquisite foods in honor of Mom. From 11:00am until 3:00pm, chef Jacqueline Kelly will be serving a splendid menu featuring a wide array of flavorful offerings including savory appetizers, fresh salads, and for an encore, a tempting selection of desserts. It’s the perfect complement to a day at the Museum, so book your table by calling 617.369.3474.
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Bristol Lounge
Bring mom and the whole clan to the Bristol Lounge for a perfect Mother’s Day. Early birds can make reservations for breakfast or brunch anytime between 10:00am and 2:30pm and enjoy an assortment of traditional breakfast pastries and desserts, smoked seafood, fresh fruit and salads, and well-stocked carving stations for $58 per person. From 3:00-10:30pm, guests can pick an appetizer, entrée and dessert from the evening’s three-course prix fixe. The $63 menu is full of house specialties from executive chef Brooke Vosika and pastry chef Tim Fonseca. Save your spot by calling 617.351.2053.
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Café Fleuri
Spoil your mom all weekend long at the Langham Hotel where chef Mark Sapienza is cooking up three separate ways to treat her to something special at Café Fleuri and BOND. On either Saturday, May 9th or Sunday, May 10th enjoy an assortment of sandwiches and pastries at afternoon tea. Though the tradition itself dates back to 1865, the team at newly minted BOND give it a contemporary twist with a special Mother’s Day Metropolitan Tea (which includes a glass of Moet and Chandon Nectar Champagne) for $50 per person. On Saturday, if mom has a sweet tooth, take her to Café Fleuri’s Chocolate Bar where she can sink her teeth into over 125 chocolaty desserts. The Chocolate Bar is available from 11:00am to 3:00pm and costs $40 for adults, $25 for children ages 5 to 12 and free for the young ones under 4. Or, if you're looking to treat mom to a complete and lavish meal, try out their Sunday Jazz Brunch from 10:30am to 3:45pm which includes traditional breakfast items, seafood station, carving station, special children’s buffet table and signature desserts. Adults will appreciate the soothing jazz while children are entertained by a magician, face painter and balloon artist. Brunch costs $84 per person (a price which includes one mimosa or non-alcoholic beverage per person), $40 for children ages 5 to 12 and free for kids under 4 years old. To make reservations, call Café Fleuri at 617.956.8751.

Caliterra
Maybe your mom is a California girl at heart – give her Mother’s Day brunch some West Coast flair at Caliterra. From 11:30am until 2:00pm, chef Julia Brant will be dishing up delicious brunch plates in her own Californian and Italian-inspired style. Dishes on her menu include traditional dishes like eggs Benedict, French toast, and blueberry pancakes, as well as lemon risotto and artichoke-fontina raviolis with sautéed chicken breast in basil cream with baby spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Brunch costs $30 per person and reservations are available at 617.348.1234.
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Cape Sea Grille
Kick off the season by taking your mom to a special brunch at the Cape Sea Grille in Harwich Port. From 11:30am to 5:30pm chef Douglas Ramler will be offering diners his a la carte special brunch menu. Enjoy a lobster, mascarpone and asparagus omelette while mom indulges in brioche French toast with caramelized bananas, toasted pecans, Chantilly cream and Vermont maple syrup. To make a reservation call 508.432.4745 and ensure that there is a table waiting for you.
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Casablanca
In honor of Mother’s Day Casablanca’s Camillo Diaz adds a few fancy specials to his regular brunch menu. If she’s feeling indulgent, mom can order fresh Maine lobster and risotto cakes; if she’s in the mod for meat, she can tuck into the marinated lamb loin; or if she’s got a hankering for shellfish, she can opt for pan-seared diver scallops. The a la carte specials will be available from 11:00am until 3:00pm (in addition to the regular menu). Call Casablanca at 617.876.0999 to reservations and more information.
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Chiara
This Mother’s Day, Chef-owner Steve LaCount welcomes mothers to Chiara, his Westwood restaurant, with a three-course prix fixe menu that’ll make her feel well loved (and well-fed). Reserve a table between 12:00 and 6:00pm and you can construct your ideal meal from courses like hand-crafted potato gnocchi with truffled asparagus sauce, pancetta and wild mushrooms; and baked local haddock filet withsavory lump crabmeat "meringue" and horseradish creamed spinach. Dinner costs $55 for adults and $9 for little ones who order off the children’s menu. Booking are available at 781.461.8118.
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Chillingsworth
Chillingsworth gets their summer 2009 off to a particularly festive start, opening for the season on Mother’s Day. Chef Nitzi Rabin will be cooking up a three-course menu and a six course tasting menu for diners on Saturday evening as well as a three-course brunch menu for Sunday diners. Brunch, available from 9:00am-3:00pm, costs $35 per person. Make reservations to start the summer off right and to show mom how much you care. Call Chillingsworth at 508.896.3640.

Clink
Take Mom to Clink this Mother’s Day, as long as it doesn’t dredge up any unpleasant memories of your adolescent shenanigans. Spend a leisurely afternoon brunching at the Liberty Hotel where chef Joseph Margate will be preparing a lovely buffet filled with classics and soon to be favorites like duck confit hash with a poached duck egg; or three beignets with raspberry jam. There will even be a make your own bloody Mary bar (although you should probably make mom’s for her just to be nice). Brunch, which costs $39 per person excluding drinks, will be available from 10:00am to 3:00pm – call 617.224.4004 to make reservations.
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Craigie on Main
Chef-owner Tony Maws knows how important moms are – his is his right hand woman at Craigie on Main – so he put together the mother of all Mother’s Day menus for her special day. Reservations are already getting scooped up for the prix fixe brunch (from 11:00am to 3:00pm), which includes appetizer, entrée, dessert, coffee or tea and a basket of pastries for $50 per person. Children under 12 can enjoy donuts, fruit salad, eggs, pancakes, or waffles and dessert for $20 per young ‘un. For moms who’d like to sleep in or save their culinary celebration for the evening hours, Maws and his dedicated team will be serving a special $75 four-course prix fixe full of all sorts of inventive tastiness in addition to the regular a la carte offerings. Call 617.497.5511 to show mom the love at Craigie on Main.
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dante
This Mother’s Day pamper mom with a myriad of Italian delicacies at dante. Chef Dante de Magistris will be whipping up a bevy of delicious dishes for a special holiday three course prix fixe in honor of mama. The $55 menu, available from 10:30am to 4:00pm, include dishes like stuffed grilled squid with fresh chickpeas, chives and limoncello vinaigrette; and smoked pork hash with truffle fonduta and creamy polenta. There really will be something for everybody so call 617.497.4200 to make your reservation right away.
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Davio’s
Go Italian this Mother’s Day and dine at Davio’s Boston. Chefs Stephen Brown and Eric Swartz, with the help of pastry chef Tom Ponticelli, will be serving their regular stellar menu from 12:00 to 10:00pm so that you can take mom out any time you please. However, if you’re looking for something a little different, there will also be brunch specials available from 12:00 to 3:00pm. Either way, you’re in for a great meal – call 617.357.4810 for reservations.
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Davio's Foxborough
Maybe your mom is a football fan – or maybe she just really likes northern Italian cuisine. One or the other or both and she’ll be happy at Davio’s Foxborough where, from 12:00-8:00pm, chef Paul King will be serving his regular a la carte dinner menu (enhanced by few celebratory specials designed for Mother’s Day diners). For more information or to book a table, call 508.339.4810.
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Estragon
Treat your mom to tapas this Mother’s Day at Estragon. Chef Alex Castagneto will be showing off his skills with some tasty little Spanish numbers that’ll please your mom whether she’s already fluent or just learning the language. Book a table between 11:30am and 4:00pm to choose from traditional dishes like paella and gambas al ajillo as well as a few other slightly less traditional items like hamburgers or crepes on the a la carte menu. Call Estragon at 617.266.0443 for reservations.
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Finale
If your mom has a serious sweet tooth or a deep love of desserts, book a table at Finale this Mother’s Day. With three locations, two prix fixe menu options and a dazzling array of Nicole Coady’s decadent sweets to choose from, mom will feel pampered and properly fêted. Whether she chooses the Harvard Square, Coolidge Corner or Park Square branch she (and you) can enjoy a two-course prix fixe (choice of entrée and dessert) for $19.99 or a three-course prix fixe (choice of soup or salad, entrée and dessert) for $24.99. Call the various locations directly for reservations – call Harvard Square at 617.441.9797, Park Square at 617.423.3184, or Coolidge Corner at 617.232.3233. If you’re celebrating at home don’t forget you can pick up desserts to go.
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The Fireplace
Chef-owner Jim Solomon rolls out the culinary red carpet for mom this Mother's Day, serving a seasonal brunch from 10:00am until 4:00pm. Reserva a spot at his elegant Washington Square eatery for dishes like challah French toast with sautéed apples and cinnamon in a rum-raisin sauce; or lightly-smoked sesame crusted salmon with creamy hollandaise. Brunch costs $35 for adults and $15 for children. Book your table by calling The Fireplace at 617.975.1900.
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Gargoyles on the Square
Treat your mother to a fun afternoon by spending this Mother’s day at Gargoyles on the Square. Chef Jason Santos, in addition to his regular a la carte menu, will be serving up some special brunch additions to keep things interesting. Brunch will be available from 10:30 to 3:00pm. Call 617.776.5300 soon to reserve a table – they always go fast!

Grafton Street
The Grafton Street crew gets into the spirit of Mother’s Day with an assortment of celebratory, spring specials that’ll make sure your mom feels pampered and appreciated, Reserve a table anytime from 10:00am-4:00pm and choose from a la carte courses like smoked salmon and goat cheese crepe with chive crème fraîche and baby greens; or pan roasted wild salmon with roasted corn pudding, sweet onion and tomato salad, and basil oil. For more information or to book a table at this Harvard square hotspot, call 617.497.0400.

Hamersley's
Treat your mom to brunch or dinner at Hamersley’s this Mother's Day. Chef-owner Gordon Hamersley will be serving a la carte menus (from 11:00am-2:00pm for brunch and 5:30-9:30pm for dinner) so you can find something that suits your culinary mood and your schedule - and mom's too. There’s something for everyone, including the little ones so bring the whole family in to pay tribute to mom on her special day. Call 617.423.2700 to reserve a table.
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Henrietta’s Table
Chef Peter Davis wants to treat you and your mother to some tasty fresh and homemade cooking come Sunday, May 10th. Show your mother how much you love her by taking her to Henrietta’s Table to partake of their famous, decadent brunch buffet. This all-you-can-eat extravaganza will be served from 12:00 to 3:00pm and costs $45 per person. If you’d like to get a reservation, call 617.661.5005.

L’Espalier
Brunch the day away at L’Espalier this Mother’s Day. Chefs Frank McClelland and James Hackney will be whipping up a tasty assortment of brunch dishes to please every palate from 11:30am to 3:00pm. Brunch costs $75 per person and $35 for children under 12. They’ll also be serving their regular dinner menu from 5:30 to 10:30pm if you or more importantly, your mother would prefer to dine later in the evening. For reservations, call 617.262.3023.

Lumière
For Mother’s Day at Lumière, chef Michael Leviton welcomes guests to West Newton for a fabulous menu full of the first of the season spring produce in dishes like soft shell crab with Verrill farm asparagus and romesco; and Giannone Farm chicken mashed potatoes, creamed morels, fava beans and chicken jus. The a la carte menu will be available during regular dinner hours (from 5:00-9:00pm) – perfect for moms who appreciate the finer things but don’t need or want to make a big fuss. Call Lumière at 617.244.9199.
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Meritage
Chef Daniel Bruce invites guests to celebrate moms and motherhood at Meritage where he’ll be serving an elaborate brunch from 10:30am to 2:00pm. On Sunday, May 10th mothers can relax, looking out over the harbor and sip their complimentary glass of Piper Heidsieck champagne while someone else does the cooking and cleans up afterwards. Brunch costs $58 for adults and $22 for children 10 and under. Children under three are complimentary. To make a reservation, call 617.439.3995.

The Metropolitan Club
Make a fuss over mom at The Metropolitan Club where chef Todd Winer will be serving both his regular brunch and dinner menus at his Route 9 restaurant. Book a table for brunch (11:30am-2:30pm) or make reservations for dinner (5:00-9:00pm) and you can be sure that mom will feel well celebrated. Winer and company have come up with some particularly festive specials. Call 617.731.0600 to reserve a table.
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OM Restaurant | Lounge
The team at OM Restaurant | Lounge goes all out for Mother’s Day, offering an elaborate a la carte brunch from 10:30am-2:30pm. Reserve a seat – perhaps on the patio, where they’ll be kicking off their Jazz Brunch Sundays – to enjoy house specialties like Roasted Lamb with Boursin cheese and cucumber mint salsa; of the OM “haute” dog with cumin, fennel seeds, cannelloni beans, Thai basil noodles, and smoked gouda cheese. OM is already accepting reservations – just call 617.576.2800.
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Pigalle
Mom deserves the very best - so, this Mother’s Day take her to Pigalle and treat her to something truly special - and French! Chef Marc Orfaly will be serving special holiday versions of his brunch and dinner menus from 12:00 to 4:00pm and 4:00 to 9:00pm, respectively. The three-course brunch, priced at $55 per person, includes options like Pigalle's eggs Benedict, on toasted brioche with Maine crab meat, hollandaise sauce and grilled asparagus; and glazed strawberries with seared foie gras, ramps and aged balsamic. There’ll also be a children’s menu full of kid-friendly a la carte dishes. Call Pigalle at 617.423.4944 to book a table.
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Prezza
If a surprise trip to Italy isn’t in the cards for Mother’s Day this year, take mom to the North End for a special Southern Italian at Prezza. To delight the entire family, chef Anthony Caturano will be putting together a brunch to beat the band – with dishes like French toast with chestnut infused maple syrup, scrambled eggs and bacon; and roasted scallops with wild mushrooms, cipollini onions, fried leaks and cauliflower puree. Brunch will be served, a la carte, from 12:00 to 5:00pm. Reservations are strongly suggested, so to make yours call 617.227.1577.

Regatta of Cotuit
Maybe mom would enjoy a little jaunt to the Cape this Mother’s Day – especially if there’s a delicious meal at the end of the ride – and that’s where the Regatta of Cotuit comes in. Chef-owner Weldon Fizell pulls out all the stops on his mile-long Mother’s Day menu, which is available from 12:30-6:00pm. Reserve a table so you can both enjoy a la carte courses like lobster and corn chowder; or caramelized Georges Bank scallops; or The Regatta’s signature chocolate seduction cake. There are children’s entrees for the little ones so the whole family can get in on the celebration (without breaking the bank). Call 508.428.5715 for reservations.
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Rialto
A mother herself, chef-owner Jody Adams knows what moms want on Mother’s Day: a delicious meal with family and friends minus the cooking and cleaning. Bring your mom to Rialto anytime between 11:00am and 2:00pm and she’ll get just that. The three-course prix fixe brunch, designed with mom in mind, costs $55 for adults and $25 for children so the little ones don’t have to be left out. Reservations are available at 617.661.5050.
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Rocca
This Mother’s Day revelers can head to Rocca for brunch, where chef Tom Fosnot will be serving an elaborate a la carte menu from 11:30am-3:00pm. Dine inside or, weather permitting, al fresco on the patio. Wherever you’re sitting, dishes like the shrimp omelet or the chicken Genoese will hit the spot.There’s even a menu for the little ones that boasts Ligurian specialties like mozzarella and tomato pizza, spaghetti and meatballs, and chicken fingers with French fries. To book a table, call 617.451.5151.
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Sandrine’s
Chef Raymond Ost is cooking up an Alsatian inspired supper this Mother’s day at Sandrine’s. Bring Mom over to Harvard Square and treat her to tasty dishes like traditional baked Alsatian escargots; or fresh thyme and lemon pepper lamb chops with ragout of green peas, mint, lardon and romaine, in rosemary au jus. The a la carte supper will be available from 12:00 to 8:00pm, but for diners who are looking to keep their options open, there’s a $46 three course prix fixe and plenty of special selections for children under the age of 10 (priced at $10 apiece). To make a reservation, call 617.497.5300.
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Sel de la Terre Long Wharf
Stop by the original location of Geoff Gardner’s Sel de la Terre Long Wharf this Mother’s Day and treat mom to some seriously tasty dishes. Chef de cuisine BJ Salazar will be doing his best to please everyone (and their mothers) with a special menu just for this day – tempt mom with brunch specials like truffled artichoke soup with ricotta-basil crostini; fried egg with roasted potato-andouille hash and spinach; and slow roasted lamb loin with whipped potatoes, Vidalia onions and lima beans. Brunch will be served a la carte from 10:00am to 4:00pm. And you can call 617.720.1300 to reserve your spot.

Sel de la Terre Natick
There’s no need to trek into the city this Mother’s Day when you can treat your mother to a perfectly delicious brunch at Sel de la Terre’s Natick outpost. Chef Daniel Bojorquez will be creating some tasty, Geoff Gardner approved dishes to create a brunch to remember. Make mom happy with tastes like brioche French toast with almond vanilla butter, Vermont maple syrup and petit citrus salad; or pan roasted Norwegian salmon with stewed lentils and root vegetable purée, port blood orange reduction. Call 508.650.1800 to make a reservation any time between 10:00am and 4:00pm.

Sensing
Celebrate Mother’s Day in style and comfort at Sensing. Diners, whether they’re booked for brunch or dinner, will be delighted by inspired menus, and the elegant, waterfront dining room. Chef de cuisine Gerard Barbin packs the a la carte brunch menu, available from 10:30am and 2:30pm, with dishes like French crepes made with Nutella, caramelized bananas and raspberry coulis; and filet and eggs with mustard hollandaise sauce. For dinner Sensing will be serving it’s a la carte menu as well as a four-course prix fixe, priced at $50 per person. Available from 5:30pm to 10:00pm the menu includes deliciousness like spring pea and lemongrass soup; and New England-raised beef strip loin. To save yourself, and your mom, a spot, call Sensing at 617.994.9001.

Sibling Rivalry
On Mother’s Day, brothers and sisters will have to put aside their differences for the day at Sibling Rivalry. Chefs and brothers Bob Kinkead and David Kinkead will be serving his a la carte menu from 12:00-8:00pm with a window of specials from 12:00-2:00pm. The lengthy menu has something delicious for everyone so they’re be nothing to fight about anyway, except maybe who picks up the tab.

Spiced Pear Restaurant
Head down to Newport this Mother’s Day and treat Mom to a delicious brunch with a side of spectacular views at Spiced Pear Restaurant. Chef Kyle Ketchum pulls out all the stops for his brunch menu to ensure that everyone’s mother feels special. Brunch will be served from 12:00 to 4:00pm (they’ll also be open for regular dinner service). Reservations are strongly encouraged so call 401.847.2244 to ensure that you have one.
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Tastings Wine Bar & Bistro
In addition to the regular a la carte menu, chef Rich Garcia will be serving a special three-course prix fixe menu for Mother’s Day at Tastings Wine Bar & Bistro. The $35 menu, which can be paired with wines for an additional $15 per person, will be brimming with local and sustainable ingredients from New England farms, ranches and fisheries. Kids can munch on mac and cheese, pizza and fries, or chicken and veggies for $15 per little one. Call 508.203.9463 for reservations.
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Temple Bar
The team at Temple Bar makes a few Mother’s Day additions to their regular brunch menu. Available from 10:30am-4:00pm, the augmented offerings include springy dishes like a warmed frittata of morels with sweet English peas and caramelized onions, and Eva’s truffled greens; and citrus and fennel cured gravlax with grilled focaccia, and a creamy caper and cucumber salad. To reserve your holiday table, call Temple Bar at 617.547.5055.

Tomasso Trattoria
Head out to Southborough this Mother’s Day and indulge mom in some impeccable Italian cuisine at Tomasso Trattoria. Chef Justin Melnick will be featuring a special a la carte menu for brunch and dinner just for this occasion. Brunch will be available from 11:30am to 2:00pm and you can have dinner anytime between 5:00 and 10:00pm. To make a reservation, call 508.481.8484.
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Top of the Hub
If a fantastic meal isn’t enough to show Mom just how much you appreciate all she’s done for you, pair it with some breathtaking views, too. Spend Mother’s Day at Top of the Hub enjoying some of Mark Porcaro’s delicious fare while listening to live jazz and taking in some of the city’s best views – from the skyline to the statehouse, from Fenway to the Charles. The special menus, both of which cost $67 for adults and $29 for children under 12, are available from 11:30am to 2:30pm for brunch and 5:30 to 11:00pm for dinner. Reservations are required so call 617.536.1775 to make yours.
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Turner Fisheries
Turn to the team at Turner Fisheries for all your culinary Mother’s Day needs. From 11:00am to 3:00pm, chef Chris Masco and Armand Toutaint will be serving a buffet that includes all sort of palate pleasing options for the special Mom in your life. From crab Benedict to a specialized smoothie station, she’ll certainly be able to find something that suits her gastronomic mood. The Mother's Day brunch is available for $55 per person, which includes the hot and cold buffet, chef's carving station, New England Seafood Harvest station, and dessert buffet. Children ages 4-12 are $16 and children under 4 eat free. To make a reservation, call Turner Fisheries at 617.424.7425.
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Tryst
Take a trip out to Arlington and put your Mother’s Day meal in the more than capable hands of the team at Tryst. Chef-owner Paul Turano welcomes moms for live jazz and an extensive a la carte menu from 10:00am-3:00pm, while moms who are more in the mood for dinner can swing by between 4:30 and 9:00pm to order off of a slightly pared down version of the dinner menu. Book a table by calling 781.641.2227.
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UpStairs on the Square
Treat your Mom to something special, any time throughout the day at UpStairs on the Square. In the Soiree Dining Room, executive chef Steven Brand will be preparing a lovely brunch from 10:00am to 3:00pm while chef Susan Regis follows suit in the Monday Club Bar. Brunch costs $50 for adults and $25 for children under the age of 12. If you’d prefer to wine and dine mom, chef Brand will also be whipping up a special prix fixe dinner for $65 in the Soiree Dining Room from 5:30 to 8:00pm. Of course, the regular a la carte menu will be available in the Monday Club Bar for those who prefer something a bit more low-key. Any way you choose to celebrate, mom is going to feel pretty special. Call 617.864.1933 for reservations.
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Event Date: May 10, 2009

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