Mother’s Day Specialty Orchids, Restaurants and More

Like your mom or grandmother says, early birds get the worms! It’s time to set up your reservations for flowers, restaurant, spa offerings, and more! 

Here’s our local delights for our Mother’s Day:

San Ysidro Ranch

The San Ysidro Ranch is serving a festive Mother’s Day brunch, Sunday, May 11, from 10 am to 2 pm, with a decadent three-course menu and elegant dessert buffet curated by Executive Chef Matthew Johnson. 

411: Reservations Required. (800) 368-6788 

https://www.sanysidroranch.com/

Rosewood Miramar Beach 

Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11, from 11 am to 3 pm 

– Caruso’s Restaurant, “A Pranzo con Mama,” a 3-Course Prix Fixe Lunch, raw seafood platters and Bar du Chocolat

– The Revere Room, Brunch Buffet

– Miramar Picnic experiences with food, wine, and Dom Pérignon, Krug and Ruinart Champagne choices

– Mother’s Day on The Great Lawn with live music, games, and more

411: Reservations Required. (805) 900-8388

www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/miramar-beach-montecito/experiences/mothers-day-at-miramar

Orchids by Westerlay Orchids

I reached out to Virginia Hayes, Retail Manager for Westerlay Orchids, to have her share historical details on the tradition of orchids for Mother’s Day. Hayes explained, “Orchids for Mother’s Day grew in popularity between the 1940s and the 1960s, when orchids began gaining attention as exotic and elegant alternatives to more common flowers. Orchid corsages were considered a luxury item, often reserved for special occasions like prom, weddings, and of course Mother’s Day. Today, orchids are a popular alternative to roses or carnations on Mother’s Day, particularly Phalaenopsis orchids for their long-lasting blooms and classic appearance. Orchids carry the connotation of refined beauty, strength, love, and elegance, qualities attributed to the contemporary mother. They are given as potted plants rather than cut flowers, which appeals to the modern desire for sustainable and lasting gifts. I recommend a custom orchid arrangement for mothers and grandmothers in their favorite color. We have pre-made all price point arrangements, or you can stylize your own. A sweet gift for the grandmothers from the grandchildren is our 2” Darling Orchids that are a mini-version of our large Phalaenopsis, they are adorable. We are super busy the week of Mother’s Day so get your order in early.”

Extended showroom hours: Monday-Thursday 9 am – 4:30 pm, Friday, May 9th 9 am – 5 pm and Saturday, May 10th 9 am – 4 pm

411: (805) 684-5411 or www.westlerlay.com

Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve Mother’s Day Hike

Join other outdoor-minded mamas for a very special Land Trust Trek on Sunday, May 11, 2025, from 1-4 pm. Meeting at the Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve parking lot, the group will walk 1.33 miles to the newest Land Trust acquisition – the Rincon Gateway – and garner inspiration from the successful collaborative effort to save this beloved natural space from development. The group will learn about the plants that are unique to this coastal habitat while we enjoy scenic views of mountains and ocean. All are welcome to participate! This stroll is 2.6 miles round-trip, with mostly even and exposed terrain. Water and bathroom facilities are available en route (at Viola Fields, a mile from the meeting point).  

411: www.sblandtrust.org