#MomKnowsBest at The  Cravings Group

The Cravings Group (TCG) of restaurants makes this Mother’s Day truly special with #MomKnowsBest, a  campaign featuring treasured heirloom dishes shared by TCG chefs, as well as decadent baked goods and unexpected  treats.

Ask for the Mother’s Day Chef’s Special (P650), a sumptuous set meal composed of a choice of Chicken Marsala or Seafood Potpie, access to the Soup and Salad Bar  and Dessert Buffet and a round of sangria.  Another indulgent deal for the whole family is the 4+1 Buffet. Come as a group of five, and one diner eats for free.

At Cravings Fraser Place,  P399 gives mom  her choice of any of the featured Chef’s Specials, access to the Soup and Salad Bar, and for an additional P99,   unlimited cups of premium Di Bella coffee. A fresh floral surprise from Island Rose along with a  gift from Benefit Cosmetics completes this generous treat.

The Mother’s Day Chef’s Special is until May 9 at Cravings (Katipunan, Quezon City and Molito, Alabang outlets), Cravings Fraser Place (Valero Street, Salcedo Village, Makati) and The Blackboard (The Podium, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong).

Make dim sum at  New World Manila Bay

Today from 9:30 a.m. to noon, sign up mom and the family for traditional dim sum lessons courtesy of  New World Manila Bay’s executive Chinese chef from Hong Kong, Andy Chan. For P2,888 net per person, learn  to make steamed fresh scallop dumplings, Li Li’s special deep fried taro dumplings and Shanghai-style steamed pork dumplings.

Mother’s Day staycation at Acacia Hotel Manila  

Room for Mom package (P6,110 net), an  overnight stay in a Deluxe Room with buffet breakfast for two persons at Acacia Coffee Shop. The package also includes an aromatherapy massage at Lurra Wellness Spa, a tall glass of gourmet Halo-Halo at The Lobby, complimentary Wi-Fi, use of the fitness center and swimming pool, and shuttle service within the Alabang area.

Acacia Coffee Shop on May 8 has eat-all-you-can lunch or dinner buffet (P1,388 nett) with one round of drinks. For a more intimate fete, The Lobby at Acacia features a  special three-course menu (P1,100+ per person). Comfort in a warm starter of Chestnut Mushroom Soup and a filling main course of  either Grilled US Tenderloin with Creamy Saffron Risotto and French Beans and Blueberry Brandy Sauce or Red Snapper with Potato Gratin and Spinach and Herb Vinaigrette.

Weekend treats for Mother’s Day

Share enjoyable moments with mom  until May 10 with an overnight stay at F1 Hotel’s Fort Suite for P6,600 net. The room package includes buffet breakfast for two, hourlong signature massage for mom, complimentary Internet access, and use of swimming pool and gym facilities.

For P1,399 net per person, take mom on a culinary journey around the world. Dine with two full-paying guests and mom dines for free.

F1 Hotel Manila is at 32nd Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City.

Delightful treats

The Peninsula Manila has delightful treats,  from unique dining offers to lovely flower arrangements and spa indulgences for supermoms.

Mother’s Day Seafood Dinner at Escolta (May 7), Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Escolta (May 8), Afternoon Tea Buffet at Upper Lobby (May 8), Mother’s Day a la Carte Lunch at Spices (May 8), Mother’s Day three- or four-course set lunch at Old Manila (May 8).

For inquiries or reservations, call 8872888 loc. 6694 (dining), e-mail [email protected] or visit peninsula.com. For flower orders, call  8872888 loc. 3551.