Love Local Guide: Beautiful gift ideas for Mother's Day

Find a beautiful Mother’s Day pressie this year with an epic list of surprise gifts for Sunday the eighth. It’s always a good time to honour the Mums, Nannas, Mothers, Mummas, Aunties, or idols who have helped shape our life. 

Our latest Love Local Guide is the mother of all guides with some savvy Central Coast businesses stepping up to cook, craft, create, design, curate and deliver gifts for the special mother figure in your life. From ultimate brekky box, to decadent beauty and lifestyle hampers, unboxing experiences, and vouchers, there’s options to surprise Mum with a special delivery, even if you’re not living nearby right now.

And if you’re one of those last-minute gifters (you know who you are!) why not surprise Mum with brunch, lunch or dinner together at one of the Coast’s many charming venues or grab her a swiftly organised e-gift voucher at that Central Coast restaurant you’ve always wanted to try. See, you’ve got this!

There’s also something in it for you too – every gift will contribute directly to supporting the Central Coast community's dedicated local businesses. Now isn't that a brilliant way to share some love! Cheers Mum.

Effortless Favours take pride in the beautiful products selected for their themed boxes that are handmade in either their studio on the Central Coast, or carefully source from other local creators.

Shop pre-made gift boxes perfect to Love '𝒽ℯ𝓇' this Mother’s Day and lovingly created on the Central Coast. You can also create your own to suit your Mum!  Be your best organised self for her.

Calling all Dads! There's a FREE Mother’s Day lie in coffee to first 100 Dads who rock up to Parklife Popup Coffee on Sunday morning to grab a coffee for the Mumma in their life. Bring the kids, meet some other Dads, take home Mum a coffee sponsored by Dads Club; Dad's I'd Like to Friend.

The Beachie – Toukley
Seafood Platter & Bubbles $180 (4 people)

Motel Mezza – Wyong
Special banquet $59pp

The Entrance Lake House
Three course menu $65pp

Pinocchios – Gosford
Signature set menu $59pp

Lyons Den – Gosford
Loveshak sip, soak and savour workshop $65pp

Bells at Killcare
The Wild Flower Bar & Dining $140pp three course menu & posie
*Gift vouchers are also available redeemable for stay, spa and dining.

Mercure Kooindah Waters Resort – Wyong
Three course menu $89pp or a High Tea $65pp

The Cowrie – Terrigal
Three course menu $99pp 11.30am and 2.30pm sittings

Chica Chica – Ettalong
Beautifully styled Mother’s Day table settings  

Angel Sussurri – Yarramalong
Set menu $55pp

Hawkesbury River Oyster Shed
Brent Murphy live music and bookings for 1.30pm

Reef Restaurant - Terrigal
Three course meal with Champagne and canapés on arrival $169pp  ⁠
*Gift vouchers are also available in any amount

Book an unforgettable glamping getaway on the Central Coast guaranteed to make Mum feel rejuvenated. This is an exciting new stay option at eco-certified Noonaweena accommodation for couples, families, groups and special events on scenic Tourist Drive 33. Inspired by the Aboriginal word for ‘resting place in the bush’, Noonaweena is a luxury nature retreat set high in the hinterland with sweeping national park views. 

Participate in Noonaweena's glamping Mother's Day social media competition to celebrate the launch of their glamping experience and win your stay.  

​​​​​Complimentary bubbles, family portrait and a Cakes by Kyla gift pack on arrival for Mother's Day at Drifters Wharf with pre-orders of cold and hot seafood platters.

Don't sweat over cooking breakfast in bed! Spoil Mum with a Big Breaky Box pre-order and pick up from Margarita Daze takeaway kiosk at Umina Beach. Take home for a hassle-free breakfast in bed or head down to the beach for a family feast. You’ll need to order by Friday, 6 May midday when orders close.  

Pre order a Mother’s Day Big Breaky box 2 person $50 or 4 person $90 - great value and flexibility for families.

Everyone loves a dried flower arrangement by the House of Ellery, so why not learn how to make them at one of their workshops? Treat your Mum to a cute mini pot arrangement made by her favourite. There will be lots of beautiful flower and colour choices at the workshop to suite any home. With limited spaces book in online, and don't forget to book a spot for Mum too if that works.

Start your experience at Lyons Den with a tantalising cocktail and walk through a unique mini Loveshak workshop, where you can have fun creating your own bath soak or sugar scrub infused with Champagne. Oh la la! Once you’re satisfied with your luxurious creation (to gift to Mum, or Mum can keep for some self-pampering) you can relax and savour a delicious charcuterie board together.

Three session times on both Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 May: 12noon /1pm / 2pm
Cost: $65 per person
Duration: (60 min approx.)