We all know the struggle that happens every year when Mother’s Day is just around the corner and you have no idea what to get. Luckily for you, I have compiled a list of 15 gifts that every kind of foodie mom will love. From coffee and tea options all the way to pickle gifts and snack boxes, you just might want these ideas to buy for yourself. The best part is that these Mother’s Day food gifts are all less than $60—you can thank me later.
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1. For The Avocado Aficionado
This punny bowl and spoon set are perfect for a mom who can’t get enough guacamole in her life. It’s five o’guac somewhere… and you can find this cute bowl here.
2. For The Sweet Tooth
This mini chocolate-covered strawberry and grape platter by Edible Arrangements is perfect for a Mother’s Day Brunch. Who says chocolate-covered fruit can’t contribute to your daily fruit intake? You can find the adorable fruit platter here.
3. For The Coffee Expert
If your mom is a coffee expert, getting her a subscription to Trade will definitely give you “favorite child” points… even if you’re the only child. Trade is a monthly subscription that sends one 12-oounce bag of coffee beans per month. So, if you are not quite sure what type of coffee beans your mom enjoys, she can take their quiz and they match her coffee preferences. You can find Trade Coffee subscriptions here.
4. For The Tea Lover
For the mom that loves tea with you, or her friends, grab these “Tea For Two” packets. Add traditional flavors such as Chamomille and Chai to your cart, as well as spunky blends like Cup Of Love and Spiced Rose. You can make her day extra special by planning more one-on-one tea times throughout the year for her to look forward to.
5. For the Spice Gal
Yo, I’ll tell you what [your mom] wants, what [your mom] really, really wants. Signature pizza spices! If your mom is a spice lover, she probably has all of the traditional spices in her pantry. These specialty spices from Williams Sonoma will certainly be put to use this summer on all your pizza adventures. You can find these trendy spices here. Plus, they have a spicy chile pizza oil that will pair perfectly with these spices.
6. For The Cookbook Connoisseur
If your mom is obsessed with cookbooks, this one will soon be her favorite. This family cookbook recipe journal is customizable so your mom can write her go-to recipes in and add in her modification notes. With color-coded categories, your mom will now have her favorite recipes in one book. You can find this special book here.
7. For The World Traveler
If your mom loves to travel and eat, this gift is for her. Universal Yums is a monthly subscription box that sends boxes of special international snacks from different countries each month. Every box includes snacks along with a booklet so that foodies can learn more about a specific country– perfect for moms looking for a little adventure! You can find this unique gift here.
8. For The Wine Fan
After a long day or week of working from home, mom definitely deserves a bubble bath and a glass of wine. She can combine those two by drinking her wine in the bathtub with this handy gadget. A wine fan’s dream! You can check out the glass stand here.
9. For The Hot Mama
If your mom is always spicing up her meals with hot sauce, you need to get her this iconic Fly By Jing sauce set. It contains Sichuan Chili Crisp, Sweet & Spicy Zhong, and Chengdu Crunch. They pair well with everything from pizza to dumplings, and even ice cream.
10. For The Stanley Gal
If your mom is always holding her Stanley, it might be time to grab her some cute Tumbler accessories. These cowboy hat straw covers are both silly and functional, and less than $10 for the whole pack. Of course, you can also opt for tumbler charms, silicone boots, and mini fanny packs.
11. For The Chocolate-Obsessed
Chocolate is a great gift for every holiday, especially for Mother’s Day. If you want to level up from a traditional Hershey’s bar, you can go for some fancy COCO chocolate bars, truffles, and more. They make beautiful wrappers with artists for each of their products and even do cool collaborations. Most recently, they made a Poor Things x COCO line.
12. For The Pickle Fiend
If your mom’s favorite snack is pickles, then this pickle jar will certainly make her life easier. You can also grab this pickle fork to go with it. (P.S. These are great for olives, too!)
13. For The Baking Momma
A sourdough starter set like this one is the gift that keeps on giving. Your mom will be able to bake delicious bread for years.
14. For The On-The-Go Mom
Help your traveling mom by upgrading her insulated lunchbox. This Kate Spade option is both adorable and good for work lunches, car trips, and beach days.
15. For The Matcha Queen
If your mom is always ordering matcha lattes at Starbucks, you can make her feel like she’s always in a coffee shop with these candles. They almost look good enough to drink!