It’s time to celebrate that special woman in your life. You know -- the one who gave birth to you, knew just how to apply Band-aids and get-well kisses; put up with your teenage pouting and didn’t even snicker when you wobbled around in your first high heels.

So if you want to give her a day to remember, make a super buffet brunch in her honor! Make it big and festive, boisterous and fun, full of people celebrating your wonderful mom.

May 8th is coming up fast, so you need prepare now. Send out the invites or make those phone calls today, while you’re thinking of it. Next, it’s time to plan your menu. (That’s where I come in.)

And since spring is full bloom, let the beautiful colors and fragrances of fresh flowers abound at your table too. Let’s give Mom a dazzling and delicious day that says “We love you!”

Baby Spinach and Portobello Mushroom Salad

Fabulous Fish Buffet
• Leek and Baby Spinach Soup
• Wonton Chips with Edamame Dip
• Cold Smoked Fish Salad
• Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Bruschetta
• Baby Spinach and Portobello Mushroom Salad
• California Avocado Salad
• Long Grain and Wild Rice Salad
• Avocado and Seared Tuna Steak Salad
• Fish Fusilli
• Spinach and Feta Fish Bites

Asian Carrot with Ginger Carrot Dressing

Vegetarian Buffet
• Mango Strawberry Soup
• Papaya Guacamole
• Eggplant and Tomato Crostini
• Potato and Goat Cheese Triangles
• Roasted Asparagus Salad with Citrus Dressing
• Asian Salad with Carrot Ginger Dressing
• Winter Citrus Salad
• Party Pinwheel Finger Sandwiches
• Spring Pasta Primavera

Pavlovas with Lemon Curd Whipped Cream

Dessert Buffet
• Home-made Chocolate Fondue – with fresh fruit to dip,
• Low Fat Lemon Cheesecake
• Strawberry Shortcake Trifle
• Pavlovas with Lemon Curd Whipped Cream
• Molasses Spiced Bundt Cake

Molasses Spice Bundt Cake

Drink Station
• Limoncello
• Cherry Smash
• Wild Blueberry Daiquiri