Mother’s Day 2016 is barely two days away! On Sunday 8th May 2016 you get the chance to honour your mum and all she does. If you are used to sending a generic text message to your mum or a 200 bob card (not that it’s bad), try and make this year’s celebration a bit more special.
Here are some ideas of how you can show appreciation and love to the mother in your life:
Eat Out
Eldoret is a locale with plenty of options to fill your taste buds. Although we cannot list them all, here are a few go-to places where your mum will be treated like the queen she is:
  Mamma Mia’s

Restaurant Mamma Mia offers a homely atmosphere will tranquil natural surrounding that is just perfect for an afternoon out with mum and close family members. The restaurant serves scrumptious international cuisines like Indian, Italian and Continental meals.
Location: Ramogi Drive, Elgon View
Contact: 0731 363 737 or 0713 363 737
64 Restaurant and Sporting Club

64 Restaurant and Sporting Club is “thee” place for ultimate entertainment in a relaxing atmosphere. For young families with kids, this place offers the best chill out spot on Mother’s day as you all can enjoy delicious meals, cocktails, milkshake and some nyama choma. There is a well set-up kid’s playground where they can have fun while the adults enjoy quality time and great music.
Location: Old Nairobi road, Elgon View
Contact: +254 722 514 155 / 734 740 000 / 733 666 662
Outdoor Event

If you are looking for a more engaging activity, then Slique Events and Place De Villa have organised an outdoor event dubbed “With Mum for Mum” which is simply a brilliant idea for you to spend precious time with your mum and family. Activities planned for the day include; Quiz Trivia, Art Corner, Swimming, Spa, Crazy Olympics, Familly competition, Picnic Sites and Set, Barbecue, Face painting, Bouncing Castle.
TICKETS:
2,500/-
Admits 5 People Including your Mum.
You get a chocolate hamper.
A bouquet of roses.
A bottle of wine for the mothers.
1,500/-
Admits only three people.
A Glass Of Wine.
A bouquet of flowers and a card.
Venue: Palace De Villa (Elgon View)
Contacts: +254 725 784 528, +254 705 352 031, +254 722 848 853.
Other Ideas
If you are planning on staying indoors then at least offer to prepare a special meal for your mum, send her flowers or cake. If you didn’t already know, there is a flower delivery service in Eldoret; you can choose the type of flower you want, write your message on a small card and get it delivered to your mum’s doorstep. You can also get a cake from bakers point with a special message to it and get it delivered.
Flower Deliveries Contact: 0708074727/0703118071
Bakers Point Contact: 0723577000
Bottom Line
There is no way you can thank your mother for all she has done for you. Mum’s are the sweetest gift from God to us and they should be celebrated every single day. With that said, however, Mother’s Day is a special day to remember and appreciate all the sacrifices your mother has made while raising you. Make this day truly unique for your mum. Happy Mother’s Day!