Is your mum the bee’s knee’s? The cat’s meow? The duck’s…you get the picture. Well here at Inside GC, we reckon every mum deserves a gold medal coz LBH, it is THE hardest job in the world, the pay is rotten and oh that’s right, there is no pay. So it’s up to us to show our mamas how much we love them, because that is infinitely more rewarding than anything money can buy.
Also, if you want to pip your siblings at the post and be the golden child this Mother’s Day (you: 1, them: 0), we’ve got you. Here are eight amazing eats venues going all out to make mum feel next level special – coz that’s exactly what she is.
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
Spoil mum with an award-winning high tea and live entertainment in the Tamborine Gallery. A resort tradition crafted by their culinary team, there’s sweet and savoury dishes a-plenty with pastries, seasonal fruits, gourmet sandwiches, freshly baked scones with double cream and homemade jams, plus premium vinos, sparkling wine, beer, coffee and teas. Tickets are $99 per adult and $59 per whipper snapper under 17. Book here.
Where: JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, 158 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Chapter & Verse
Still at the JW Marriott, Chapter & Verse are putting a seafood spin on a high tea – a high sea! Think oysters, tiger prawns, Moreton Bay bugs, seared tuna open sandwiches to name a few, plus the sweet stuff like mango coconut passionfruit slice, strawberry chox and more. She’ll love her glass of Moet & Chandon, and it’s the best $109 (per peep) you’ll spend all year. Book here.
Where: JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, 158 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Citrique Restaurant
Ok STILL talking all things JW Marriott coz there is just so much Mum’s Day goodness here, ahh Citrique, the gift that keeps on giving. Rock mum’s world with a looooong lunch at the Mother’s Day Seafood Buffet. With locally harvested seafood, five-star land lover dishes and an array of artful deserts, this award-winner is a no-brainer. There’s also live entertainment and a JW gift just for our much-loved matriarchs. Tickets are $129 per adult, $64 per child (aged 5 – 12), and free for littlelies under 4. Book here.
Where: JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, 158 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Cucina Vivo
Treat mum to an indulgent Italian lunch with a 3-course shared menu and a 2-hour beverage package. Naming just a few of the mind-blowing dishes, we’re talking wood-fired Queensland prawns, Darling Downs grain fed angus rib fillet, and a crostata di limone (AKA a fancy citrus tart). To stay hydrated, she’ll enjoy NV Domaine Chandon Brut, Catalina Sounds Sav Blanc, Head ‘Barossa’ Shiraz and a variety of local and tap beers. Tickets are $130 per adult and kidlets under 12 are free! Book here.
Where: The Star Gold Coast, Casino Drive, Broadbeach
Aviary Rooftop Bar
Enjoy uninterrupted views of the GC and live music at Aviary with two rooftop Italian inspired Mother’s Day high teas. The Tweety Tea ($45 per person) includes cheeses, dried fruit, salami, pizza wrap, tiramisu, Limoncello mousse and more. Plus she’ll be sipping on a glass of Prosecco and her choice of Byron Bay Bunn Teas. Or, level up with the Two-Can Tea ($75 per person) which includes all of the above, but switch out the glass of Prosecco for a glass of posh French bubbles. There’s a cocktail included which equals instant happy mum. Book here and remember, both are 18+ experiences.
Where: Mantra Southport Sharks, 5 Melia Court, Southport
Videre
Local fave Videre does a Mother’s Day high tea with panache. Including the obligatory freshly baked scones plus French pastries, gourmet sandwiches and of course, a glass of bubbly vino, the quality here is unparalleled. Don’t forget the unlimited coffee and tea, live music and breathtaking panoramic views from the 21st floor. With two sittings available, tickets are $65 per adult and $45 per kiddo. Book here.
Where: RACV Royal Pines, Ross Street, Benowa
Panorama Lounge
Another RACV pearler, Panorama is also a perfect place to spoil your maker with a Mother’s Day high tea. A selection of delicious sandwiches, pastries and cakes are complemented with fresh espresso coffee or tea and glass of sparkling wine. Yep, she’s sure to feel like a million bucks. Tickets are $45 for adults and $22,50 for kids and like Videre, there are two sittings. Book here.
Where: RACV Royal Pines, Ross Street, Benowa
Pearls Bar
If mum loves high teas, buffets and cocktails, spoil her with all of them at once at Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort’s High Tea Buffet…with a 3-hour cocktail spritz package! Celebrate over BOTTOMLESS sweet and savoury house-baked treats and say “cheers” (a lot) with cocktail spritz’. Overlooking the sparkling lagoons with live music to set the mood, why wouldn’t you?! Tickets are $95 per adult, $47.50 for kids aged 4-12 years, and the under 4’s are complimentary. Book here.
Where: Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast, 71 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach
Words by Bianca Trathen
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