Mother’s Day in the UAE falls on Sunday March 21, and if you want to spoil your mum in the capital, you’ve come to the right place. We have afternoon teas, meals out, drinks and spa deals to treat Mum – because she deserves it.
Afternoon tea deals
ALBA
Mothers can receive a glass of bubbly on the house whenever they indulge in afternoon tea at the traditional-styled Alba in The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal between Friday March 19 and Sunday March 21.
Dhs160. Fri Mar 19-Sun Mar 21, 2pm-5pm. The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal, Al Maqta Area, (02 818 8203).
Brunch & Cake
This adorable (and super Insta-worthy) café is launching a quaint afternoon tea just for Mother’s Day 2021 in Abu Dhabi. Available from Wednesday March 18 until Monday March 22 between 3pm and 6pm, the three-tiered tea includes savoury bites like mini avo’ on toast, spicy Scotch egg with crispy bacon, cheese toasties with truffle, cakes, tarts and free-flowing tea. Sounds absuotely lovely.
Dhs180 (for two). Wed Mar 18-Mon Mar 22, 3pm-6pm. Al Bateen (052 811 3952).
M&S Café
From Friday March 12 until Sunday March 21, M&S Café in Yas Mall is treating mums to 25 percent off afternoon tea. The quintessentially British staple comes with Fairtrade tea, petite sandwiches, freshly-baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and a selection of pastries. A sweet way to celebrate Mother’s Day 2021 in Abu Dhabi.
Dhs59.25 (per person – with discount). Yas Mall, Yas Island, www.marksandspencer.com/ae.
The Lounge
Sunday is championship day in any golf tournament but we already know the winners of this contest at The Lounge, Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa. This Mother’s Day, Mumsie can enjoy her moment in the sun while enjoying afternoon tea (or should that be afternoon tee?) from Dhs125 for two people. Add two glasses of sparkling for Dhs55 to really treat her like the champion she is. Fore!
From Dhs125. Sun Mar 21 2pm-6pm. Sas Al Nakhl (02.616.9999).
Meal deals
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
Looking for things to do for Mother’s Day 2021 in Abu Dhabi? Why not treat mum to a meal of Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi? On Saturday March 20 and Sunday March 21, both Benjarong and Namak are treating mums to 50 percent off the bill.
Sat Mar 20 & Sun Mar 21. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Sultan Bin Zayed The First Street (02 698 8137).
Ginger
To celebrate all the mums out there, Ginger Restaurant is offering a free dinner to any mother accompanied by a paying guest. An entire buffet of international dishes for absolutely zilch? A dream deal.
Prices vary. Free for mums. Open daily 7pm-11pm. Park Rotana Hotel, Khalifa Park Road, (02-657 33 22)
Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana
Forget about breaking the bank this Mother’s Day – when dining at select Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana restaurants, mums can take advantage of a generous 50 percent off the bill when dining with two people, or 30 percent off when dining with one. Options include the Fairuz brunch on Saturday March 20, a picnic breakfast in the garden from Friday March 20 until Sunday March 21, and a special three-course dinner under the stars at Kamoon.
Dates vary. Corniche Road (02 657 0223).
Makani
On Sunday March 21, mums can tuck into a dinner buffet at Makani for half the price. A tasty evening deal at Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort in Al Ain.
Sun Mar 21, 7pm-11pm. Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort, Al Ain (03 768 6666).
Pepper Restaurant
She probably does most of the cooking at home so allow Mum to fill her boots at Pepper Restaurant this Mother’s Day with a free lunch buffet with every paying adult. Serving food from around the globe, take Mum on a culinary adventure from right here in Abu Dhabi. With live cooking stations, mum can run her eye over the techniques of the chefs and highlight where she would have done better. Never change Mum. Never change.
Dhs119. Sun Mar 21 12.30pm-3pm. Novotel Abu Dhabi, Al Bustan, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed street,(02 501 6444).
Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas
An exclusive day pass for Dhs99 including a glass of bubbly and fruit platter sound like a treat mum would like? Then to the Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas this Sunday March 21 to show mum how much you care.
Dhs99. Al Sa’Diyat (050 224 5454).
Stock Burger Co
If mama loves a patty then you better take her straight to Stock Burger Co on Sunday March 21. Mums who dine at this trendy burger joint will get a free whopper of their choice on Mother’s Day.
Open daily noon-2am. Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi, 31st St – Zone 1, (800 78625).
SushiSan
Get mum down to SushiSan where all mothers on Sunday March 21 will be served a free sushi platter. And because she is best person in the world, she probably will share most of it with you.
Open daily noon-11pm. Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi, 31st St – Zone 1, 800 78 74 4726).
The Mermaid Restaurant
The Mermaid Restaurant at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island is turning the tables and cooking a monster menu for mums and families. Dining at the beach-front restaurant, transport Mum to Greece or Italy with a four-course menu of delicious seafood dishes inspired by the Mediterranean. When another family member joins in the fun, mums receive a discount of 50 percent. A top-quality, four-course meal for only half the asking price for Mother? Sounds like a great deal to us.
From Dhs299 (house beverages and soft drinks). From Monday Mar 15-Sun Mar 21, 7pm-10.30pm. Al Sa’Diyat, (02 492 2222).
W Hotel
All her hard work and patience over the years is going to be finally rewarded as moms can get a discount on their restaurant bill equal to the age of their eldest child at the W Hotel. Just simply present a copy of the oldest kid’s passport and boom, discount received. And what’s even better is that the offer is available to three other guests who celebrate Mother’s Day with her. Does this woman every stop putting a smile on our faces?
Prices vary. Ongoing until Mar 31. Yas Island, Yas West, www.wabudhabiyasisland.com, (02 656 0000).
Drink deals
Cove Beach Abu Dhabi
This Mother’s Day in Dubai, Cove Beach Abu Dhabi is offering mums a free cabana, plus 30 percent off the total bill. What a way to while away a Sunday.
Sun Mar 21, 2pm-5pm. Makers District, Reem Island (056 398 7895).
Stars ‘N’ Bars
Mums are stars. You know that, we know that. On Sunday March 21, fun-loving sports bar Stars ’N’ Bars in Yas Marina is treating mums to a free meal and glass of bubbly on arrival. After all, what mum doesn’t like bubbles?
Sun Mar 21. Yas Marina, Yas Island (02 565 1175).
The Library Bar
Our mums are the strongest women we know but it is always good for her to be reminded of that every so often. At The Library Bar at The Abu Dhabi EDITION, mums can feel empowered right up until Mother’s Day with a special limited-time menu that is not to be messed with. With a range of cracking twists of famous mixed drinks and a menu of bites of their choice, mums can join other formidable women for a fun three-hour experience.
From Dhs128. Ongoing until Sun Mar 21,
6pm-1am. Marina, Al Bateen, www.editionshotels.com (02 208 0000).
Spa deals
Bodylines Fitness & Wellness Club
Mums are the backbone of all families (or so they keep telling us), doing all the unseen, donkey (and unpaid) work that keeps the house ticking over from one week to the next. So for this Mother’s Day, tell mum to put down the washing basket, take off the kitchen gloves and head to Bodylines Fitness & Wellness Club for a stress relieving and well-earned massage. In doing so, mums can receive a 50 percent discount on any further treatments in which they wish to indulge.
From Dhs175. Sun Mar 21, open daily 7am-11pm. Al Khaleej, Al Arabi St, Al Rawdah (02 495 4444).
Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana
If anyone needs a bit of TLC and pampering, it’s the mums of Abu Dhabi. And in celebration of Mother’s Day 2021, Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana has loads of top spa deals running throughout March. From pre-natal massages for mums-to-be (Dhs275 for 60-minutes) to mother-daughter deals (Dhs499 for two) to the ‘pampering mama’ deal that includes a 60-minute massage followed by a 30-minute facial for a pocket-friendly Dhs299, there’s something for everyone this Mother’s Day.
Prices vary. Ongoing throughout March. Corniche Road (02 657 0182).
Something different
Denny’s
Mums ordering a main course between now and Wednesday March 31 will receive a coupon for a Pancake Puppies Sundae on their next visit at this popular eatery in Abu Dhabi Mall.
Ongoing until Wed Mar 31, open daily 8am-midnight. Abu Dhabi Mall, Al Zahiyah, (02 445 3128).
Emirates Palace
Get mum a gift card before Sunday March 21 and Emirates Palace will provide a 15 percent discount on the purchasing price. With the card valid for afternoon tea, pampering packages and more, this is a great pressie for mum and a great deal for your back pocket.
Prices vary. Fri Mar 19-Sun Mar 21. W Corniche Rd – Al Ras Al Akhdar, (02 690 9000).
Pick up a cake for mum at ParKafe
Now we all know mum is the best baker in the world. No one is better. But this Mother’s Day ParKafe is paying homage to mums who make the best buns with a 1kg customised cake which can boast the most impressive icing you will ever see – a picture of the main woman herself. Chocolate truffle, carrot cake, blueberry cheesecake, there are loads of options from which to choose but make sure to select her favourite one.
From Dhs99 (add Dhs15 for customised photo). From Thu Mar18-Sun Mar 27, 7am-midnight Eastern Ring Road (056 917 6247).
Punjab Grill
Want to give mum something special and unique this Mother’s Day weekend? Head to Punjab Grill where executive chef Sandeep Ail and youngest Emirati chef Aysha Al Obeidli create a special Indian/Emirati fusion four course menu. Priced at Dhs350 including soft beverages, this deal runs from Friday March 19 to Sunday March 21.
Dhs350. Open daily 12.30pm-midnight. Mar19-21. Venetian Village of Ritz Carlton Abu Dhabi, (02 449 9839).
