Mum... Mamma….. Grandma…. Nanna…. Mummy-to-be…. Fur-mamma…. Aunty….. Dad…. Whatever you call them – they make our world better and brighter.... and we are so grateful for everything they do.

Sunday 8 May 2022 is Mother’s Day and it’s time to say ‘thank you’ to that special mum-figure in your life. We love them every day, but on Mother’s Day we get to spoil them.

Let us help you find the perfect way to say thank you.

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner celebrations

Dine at the Brewhouse
Spoil Mum this Mother's Day with a delicious three course meal at Frankston Brewhouse. All Mums receive a complimentary glass of prosecco on arrival!
The special Mother's Day menu, which is designed to be shared, starts off with a grazing board, followed by mains and sides, and ending with a spectacular dessert. There is also a vegetarian/vegan option and a menu for children under 14.  All your favourite Frankston Brewhouse beers, plus cider, wine, locally source spirits, soft drinks, and tea and coffee at the bar will be available all day too.
Book now to avoid missing out!

Frankston Brewhouse
10 New Street, Frankston
12-3pm
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A perfectly pink celebration of Mum
Does your mum love a splash of pink? Then Love Gretel is the Mother’s Day dining destination she’s been dreaming of.
Indulge in their mouth-watering A La Carte Menu with sittings between 7am and 1.30pm or book into the High Tea at 2.15pm.
Whether mum craves breakfast or tiny sandwiches and cakes, she’ll be tickled pink at Love Gretel.

Love Gretel
2 Culcairn Drive, Frankston South
8759 0728
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Mother’s and Special Persons Day Lunch
Make Mother's Day special with a morning or afternoon at McClelland Sculpture Park + Gallery. Explore the amazing gardens and artworks before settling in for a mouth-watering 3 course meal at the McClelland Cafe. 
As a super special musical treat, the Bandwagon, a ute turned swinging curb-side jazz club will also be making an appearance from 12-2pm.

McClelland Sculpture Park + Gallery
390 McClelland Drive, Langwarrin
11.30am OR 1.30pm
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An Italian Feast for Mum
Perhaps mum has been dreaming of that trip to Italy which never eventuated over the last 2 years... well then let the team at Non Solo Vino take her there with this perfectly inspired Italian feast for Mother's Day. 
Think fried polenta, wild mushroom risotto, roast lamb and chocolate cheese cake... yummm!! They also do cooking classes throughout the year which would make a super unique gift for mum. Ask the team when you book. 
Bookings are essential so don't delay. 

Non Solo Vino Italian Restaurant and Deli
439 Nepean Highway, Frankston
9770 1108 (call to book)

High Tea Breakfast at Rosie's
Rosie is bringing back her famous Mother's Day High Tea Breakfast to say, 'Yay to all the mums' this Mother's Day.
Full serve Benedict of your choice, scones with jam and cream, french toast muffins with maple and cream, Noah's juice and a large hot drink of your choice.... 
Now that's a celebratory breakfast! 

Rosie's Kitchen Pantry
6 Culcairn Drive, Frankston South
9770 5704 (call to book)

 

 

 

Gifts for all types of mums

Give the gift of Gin
The team at That Spirited Lot Distilleries have nailed it this Mother’s Day with two ah-maz-ing new gins for mum to enjoy.
First off the rank is the Gram Bizarre - Turkish Delight Gin. This cheeky number tastes like a sweet Turkish Delight.  Not only delicious, the bottle is beautifully designed, set in the amazing Grand Bazaar, Istanbul. Look closely as there is so much to find.
Or if your mum doesn’t need the extra sweetness, the limited edition, Chai Hard is your go-to. Sweet and spicy with savory notes of Ceylon tea, this is a cracking gin reminiscent of spiced chai or even mulled wine.

That Spirited Lot Distillers
4/4 Hartnett Drive, Seaford
0405 022 369
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OMG Sea Glass
If mum loves to walk along the beach or perhaps she’s just a jewellery lover, then you can’t go past some bespoke jewellery from OMG (Ocean Made Glass) this Mother’s Day.
Come into the Frankston Visitor Information Centre and browse the collection of necklaces, earrings and rings made from local Mornington Peninsula sea glass.
Or if you mum is a sea glass collector, OMG will create a unique piece using your own sea glass collection.
Now that is definitely going to win you some brownie points with mum!  
Frankston Visitor Information Centre
7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront
Open 7 days, 10am-4pm
1300 322 842

How about a growing gift? 
If mum is a lover of plants, then you can't go wrong with a gift from the team at Minty Greenhouse. 
They are obsessed with all things plants and decor for inside and outside... so even if mum isn't quite sure how to keep a plant alive, they can help her give it a red hot go. 
Explore the range from hanging plants and succulents, to pet-friendly plants and iconic indoor ferns. They also have a huge range of books, furniture, vases and other homewares which make the perfect finishing touch to a room.
Not sure what mum would like? They have gift vouchers too! 

Minty Greenhouse
50 Playne Street, Frankston
9770 2009
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Pamper mum
Based in Seaford, but you can also find them inside Bayside Centre, HartCo have just what you need to spoil mum.
From candles and lip balm to gorgeous mugs and reed diffusers, purchase separately or check out their pre-packed specialty gift boxes for the ultimate gift! 
All of their candles, diffusers, soy melts, and sanitisers are hand poured in their Seaford warehouse and their floral arrangements are handcrafted by a local Melbourne artist.

HartCo. Home + Body
Bayside Shopping Centre, located on Level 1 near Forever New and Myer.
9775 1256
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Last minute shoppers rejoice! 
Find the perfect gift for mum at the Little Beauty Market Mother’s Day Special.
Explore over 50 stalls packed with unique art and craft, bespoke jewellery, plants and pots, clothing, accessories, candles and everything else you think of when you think ‘Mother’s Day’.
Just in time for the last minute shopper in every family!

Saturday 7 May
9am-2pm
Beauty Park, High Street, Frankston

 

Find the perfect gift at the Visitor Information Centre
The Frankston Visitor Information Centre has a great range of local and Australian Made gifts that Mum would love. From jewellery to beanies, candles, lip balm and more. The items are unique, thoughtful and perfect for the mum who has everything. 

Frankston Visitor Information Centre
7N Pier Promenade, Frankston Waterfront
Open 7 days, 10am-4pm
1300 322 842

Give the gift of an experience with the Frankston Arts Centre
All Mum's love spending time with their children. So this Mother's Day, give Mum what she really wants... the gift of an evening out with you!
From music to dance to theatre, you're bound to find something perfect for your Mum at the FAC. But if you can't decide, Gift Cards are available to purchase online or in person and are valid for three years for any event. Or check out these performances coming soon... 

Guess How Much I Love You - Take the family to see the beloved children’s book come to life in a new stage adaptation of the Guess How Much I Love You books.
In this enchanting adventure Little and Big Nutbrown Hare discover the magic and colour of the seasons. 
Monday 9 May @ 12pm
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Chicago - PLOS Musical Productions is bringing the dazzling and satirical look at fame, justice and the media machine set in the 1920’s.
A not-to-be-missed production, perfect for a Mother’s Day gift!
Multiple dates and times (July and August)
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South Side Festival – For the mum who loves to be entertained... South Side Festival is the newest event to hit Frankston City. It’s racy, hilarious, moving, cheeky, fun, brazen and bold.  And tickets to one of its 34 performances gives you ample opportunities to surprise and delight mum! We’ve pulled out a few for you to check out below:

Frankston City – A City of Readers
This is a free event but likely to book out so don’t delay if your mum (like mine) is a PK fan!
ABC journalist and lifelong local Paul Kennedy (PK) will be joined by a panel of speakers including Christian White, co-creator of Clickbait, to discuss their favourite books, the title that catapulted them head first into a writing career plus the burning questions we want to know about the readers, behind the writers.

Wednesday 11 May @ 7.30pm 
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Mindy Meng Wang – When?
For the mum who looks a little deeper, Mindy Meng Wang’s, When? Is a must see. Music Victoria Artists of the Year 2021, Mindy Meng Wang, uses music and film to take you on an emotional journey into our shared feelings of love, regret, fear, desire and relief despite barriers of race, distance or culture. As she shares the personal and undisclosed stories between her hometown in Wuhan in China and Melbourne, Australia where she now calls home, Mindy humanises the profound worldwide experience of the global pandemic.

Thursday 12 May @ 7.30pm
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The Piano Bar
Is your mum the life of the party? Does she love a burst of colour and breaking into song and dance? If yes, then the Piano Bar is calling!
There is nothing like good music to really ignite your emotions.  Dance the night away with an epic evening of live entertainment with friends. Stellar pianists and vocalists will be taking requests for your favourite songs, and they’ll have pop up drag shows from one of the superstar drag queens.  Playful, fun and cheeky, you’ll walk out of this show on an energetic high.

Various dates and times
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Circa’s Peepshow Another one for the mum who loves song, colour and movement.
Circa’s Peepshow turns cabaret on its head, literally. From seductive dance, thrilling acrobatics to the comically playful, expect to see teetering towers of balanced bodies, extreme bending, captivating burlesque and devilishly precarious aerials.  

Saturday 14 May @ 8pm
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Eat My Cake
What happens when 18th Century France and 21st Century Social Media Culture is mashed together?
This unrestrained comedy with a dark twist. Follow Marie Antoinette, famous French royalty and social media influencer, as she traverses the twists and turns through love, lust, censorship, narcissism, and vulnerability. And yes, there will be cake.

Friday 6 and Saturday 7 May @ 7pm
18+ only event
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Funky Town – if mum is music lover, then Funky Town in the gig for her.
Live music is in the fabric of Frankston. Funky Town celebrates our City's diverse and vibrant live music scene which hosted Australia’s finest acts supporting the rise of Australian music. 
Funky Town is proudly presented by Frankston Music Community Network.

Friday 13 May @ 7.30pm
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