How to celebrate Mother's Day?

Did you know that the history of Mother’s Day dates back to ancient times, when women were celebrated as the givers of life and as goddesses of fertility and motherhood? In ancient Greece, this day was marked by honoring the goddess Rhea, the mother of all gods. The celebration of mothers has appeared in various forms throughout centuries and across cultures. In the modern world, Mother’s Day has been celebrated in different ways since the beginning of the 20th century, giving us an opportunity to thank our mothers for all the care and love they have given us throughout our lives.

In our country, this holiday also became popular and survived in many families despite the promotion of International Women’s Day. Even today, I can still hear the poem we learned in kindergarten (which you may remember as well): “In the garden bloomed a white lily of the valley, because today my dear mother has her holiday…” As a child, I wondered how lilies of the valley could bloom on March 8. Of course, they bloomed because Mother’s Day falls on the second Sunday of May.

Flowers and a small gift are certainly appreciated, but every mother will tell you that the greatest gift is time spent with family, because there is never as much of it in everyday life as she would like. Therefore, dedicate this day both to your mothers and to your children. Leave behind unnecessary chores and worries and simply spend some time together. You may think that this is easier said than done, but we have one simple suggestion. Take advantage of the convenience of Nominal products, which can help you significantly reduce the time spent in the kitchen. Or quite the opposite! They can provide an opportunity to express your love for one another, because preparing food is often seen as an act of love and care. You can prepare something simple together and enjoy the process.

Together in the Kitchen

For example, in England, Mother’s Day is celebrated with the traditional baking of an almond cake. Let this inspire you to join your mother or your children in the kitchen and prepare either a family lunch or a delicious homemade dessert together.

TIP: Did you know that we have a recipe section on our website? Treat the whole family to something new, whether it’s gluten-free dishes or meals prepared with spelt flour. Explore our collection of recipes for inspiration.

How About Breakfast in Bed?

Or make this special day enjoyable from the very start. Just like the Swedes, who are considered among the happiest nations in the world. Why? Because they know how to enjoy life’s simple pleasures and often indulge in a breakfast in bed.

You can easily prepare one for yourself and your children—or children can surprise their mother—in just a few minutes. If you want something truly quick, choose a cereal porridge. Nomina porridges are perfect for such an occasion. They can be prepared almost instantly, and then you can get creative with the toppings. Decorate them with colorful fresh fruit or add a little high-quality chocolate. Most importantly, make it delicious!

If you would like to impress with something slightly more elaborate, try preparing pancakes, fluffy breakfast fritters, or waffles. Pancakes served with yogurt and jam are sure to delight anyone with a sweet tooth.

A French-Style Dinner

Food serves as a wonderful and effective social connection in every culture. The French know this particularly well, often spending up to three hours at dinner! It is therefore no surprise that in France, one of the most cherished gifts for a mother is an invitation to dinner, especially when all her loved ones gather around the table.

The choice of the main course is entirely up to you, but why not move away from the usual options and prepare something healthier? For example, you can replace regular wheat flour with wholegrain spelt flour. You can also make use of rice flour or corn breadcrumbs. These naturally gluten-free ingredients are excellent alternatives in the kitchen. They can be used to thicken soups and sauces, prepare batters for frying, or act as binding agents in patties and meatballs.

Whatever dish you choose, do not forget to add a personal touch that will make your mother feel truly appreciated.

TIP: For dessert, you can literally create something delicious in just five minutes and spend the rest of the evening chatting together by the family fireplace. Have you heard of our mug desserts? The batter is mixed directly in a mug and then cooked in the microwave. Served warm and decorated with whipped cream and fruit, it resembles something between a sponge cake and a soufflé.

And if you really want to surprise your mother with something extraordinary that looks impressive while remaining relatively simple to make, try preparing a gluten-free or spelt-flour Red Velvet cake.