GIFTS FOR MUMS

Breakfast in bed is a time-honoured classic treat for Mother’s Day … but if you want to thrill your mum or mother figure in your life with something different on 8 May, these foodie-inspired gifts are sure to impress and will make her day brighter, easier

GLASS ACT

Skip the boring wine glasses and treat your loved one to stylish glassware from Australian designer homewares brand Fazeek. The Two Wave Coupe Glasses – available in delightful pink, retro amber and clear glass – are funky ways to elevate your at-home happy hour. fazeek.com.au

HOLD ME

These colourful pot holders and trivets made from recycled cotton saris are great ways to keep hands and surfaces protected from hot objects. Crafted by artisan weavers at a Fair Trade social enterprise in Bangladesh, each piece is unique with its own special history. everyday-needs.com

FRY YOUR LUCK

If your mum loves entertaining, why not give her the Philips Airfryer XXL? Able to cook meals 1.5 faster than a regular oven, the extra-large size means there’s lots of room to whip up an easy, healthy meal, with smart features for frying, baking, grilling, roasting and reheating meals. philips.co.nz

CURVES AHEAD

This functional and stylish knife by Danish kitchen and homewares brand, Eva Solo, makes chopping herbs and vegetables a breeze. Featuring a sharp curved blade and comfortable handles at each end, it will quickly become your mum’s new favourite tool in the kitchen. paperplanestore.com

CHOCS AWAY

You can’t go wrong with chocolate and the gift selection from Wellington Chocolate Factory has plenty of tempting options. The Mixed Adventure Gift Bundle has a great selection of flavours, including Salted Caramel Dark Chocolate and Raspberry Milk Chocolate. wcf.co.nz

INSEASON SUBSCRIPTION

Perfect for the mum who loves gardening, cooking and entertaining, an INSEASON subscription is the gift that keeps on giving. Each season, get expert growing and harvesting advice, fantastic seasonal recipes and clever kitchen tips. mindfood.com/shop