Mother’s Day 2022 Gifts: What Do Norristown Moms Really Want?

NORRISTOWN — What do Norristown moms want from their kids this Mother’s Day?

What many will likely get come May 8 are jewelry and Mother’s Day brunch or dinner out. Those two categories are driving a record $31.7 billion in Mother’s Day spending, a $3.6 billion increase over last year’s record, according to a report last week from the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insight & Analytics.

Why not wow Mom with a brunch at home with takeout from Founding Farmers, 255 Main St., King of Prussia?
The deadline to call in a takeout order is Wednesday, May 5. Pickup is available at noon Saturday, May 7.
Reheating instructions will be sent to you and posted online on Mother’s Day. You can order online here.

If dining at home is not your mom’s thing, reservations are available for dining inside.
The restaurant was awarded Best Brunch from Philadelphia’s Main Line Today magazine and earned a Green Restaurant Association certification and LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. Reservations are available here.

If you’re planning to treat Mom to dinner out, reservations are going quickly at restaurants in Norristown, including those OpenTable recently listed among the 100 Best Brunch Spots in America. Reservations are up 39 percent from pre-pandemic 2019, and up 13 percent from 2021, the online reservation service said last week.

Fine dining with mom Capital Grille, 160 N. Gulph Road, King of Prussia is a great local option. Reservations are required. Make reservations online here or call 610-265-1415.

‘Anything To Feel Pampered’

A 2021 YouGov poll revealed the top five gifts moms want are flowers, a card with a heartfelt message, a gift certificate to the spa or for a massage, jewelry and chocolate.

Most moms are satisfied with however their children honor them on Mother’s Day, though, with 58 percent saying they’ve never been disappointed by their kids’ shows of affection and appreciation.

Ultimate Image Salon and Day Spa is a popular place for a relaxing spa day in the the Norristown area.
The hair salon and spa has locations in King of Prussia, West Norriton, East Norriton, Plymouth Meeting and Audubon. Gift cards are available here. For more information, call 610-539-3993.

Flowers are always a winning option. Penny’s By Plaza Flowers offers online shopping and delivery.
Designers at Penny's By Plaza have been hard at work creating luxurious, upscale floral bouquets for the collection, according to the store’s website.
Popular purchases for moms are full bloom hydrangea, exotic orchids, ranunculus, Ecuadorian roses and beautiful fresh tulips. Roses are the number one most frequently purchased flower in the industry.
A variety of options are available here. The Norristown Shop is located at 417 For more information, call 610-272-2232.

Make Memories With Mom

With inflation at a 40-year high, money is tight for many Norristown area families. Experiences count a lot with moms, and they don’t have to break the budget.
For a fun day to remember, take mom to the brunch at Elmwood Park Zoo, 1664 Harding Boulevard.
The zoo is offering a special Mother’s Day brunch buffet Saturday, May 7, and Sunday, May 8. Animals will be available for patrons to meet. Space is limited. Early reservations are recommended and available here. For more information, call 1-800-652-4143.