Mom deserves more than one day. Celebrate all month long. Browse our Mother’s Day gift ideas and get to shopping. Don’t forget to treat yourself to something on the list. Happy May!
Hot N Spicy, Garlic N Pepperoncini
This tasty hot sauce brings the heat and a little sweet. The garlic and pepperoncini make the perfect duo for something unique. I’m like, “Where have you’ve been all my life!?!” I put it on everything.
Retail price: $10
Size: 5 ounces
Available: https://www.hotnsaucy.co, Amazon, Home Goods, T.J. Maxx, and Marshalls
MEplusTEA Sample Tea Box
This box contains six samples of loose-leaf teas individually wrapped in its own tea bag. It includes instructions to prepare the perfect cup. I enjoy each type. “Happy To Be Me” (herbal) is my favorite. The hibiscus sits delicately on the tongue while the ripe pineapple provides a hint of sweetness. Yum!
Retail price: $15
Size: 0.5 ounces per bag (6 tea bags per box)
Available: https://www.meplustea.com/
McBride Sisters, Black Girl Magic Red Blend
I’m no sommelier, but this smooth red blend smells like berries and oak. It gives me a delicate warming mouthfeel. It finishes peppery in a good way. Not too dry. Pair it with a medium-rare steak for a delightful experience.
Retail price: $24.99
Size: 750ml
Available: Total Wine & More, Target, Walmart, World Market
Freshe Meals, Small Protein-Based Meals
As a tuna fan, I’m crazy about this brand. Each ready-to-eat can packs goodness. It offers a fresh-tasting protein with olive oil, savory herbs, spices, and vegetables. It’s like consuming a complete meal in a tin. Convenient and delicious!
Retail price: $17.99 (variety 4-pack) | $39.99 (10-pack)
Size: 4.25 ounces
Available: https://freshemeals.com/, Amazon, Kroger, Whole Foods, Natural Grocers, Meijer
Selefina
Taste the freshness of these everyday spices and seasonings. They arrive in resealable zip bags that are easy to store. I use the whole nutmeg to add warming notes to my oatmeal; the ground cayenne chili pepper to kick-up my poultry a notch; and the Fleur De Sel (gourmet sea salt) flakes to enhance my green beans. I’m happy with them all and many others.
Retail price: Starting at $0.75 per sample
Size: varies
Available: https://www.selefina.com/
Veggie Saver
I admit I feel funny putting my produce in a machine-washable, compostable produce bag. However, I love the idea of reducing waste by using this unbleached, unseeded (greige) cotton saver. After a week in the refrigerator, my cucumbers are still firm. They will last longer if I sprinkle the bag with water to maintain dampness. Now, I’m a fan.
Retail price: $24.99
Size: Width: 39cm x Height: 40cm (includes flap height)
Available: Find a retailer on https://veggiesaver.com and Amazon
Rainier Foods, The Smoky Honey
In celebration of National Barbecue Month, pick up dad’s Father’s Day present early this year. This 3-pack seasoning & rub will put a smile on his face. It provides a real wet honey blend with premium spices and smoked sea salt, the only kind in existence according to the company’s website. I can’t get enough of the trio. They feature layers of smoky-sweet flavors that are pleasant and addicting. It makes chicken and beef finger-licking good.
Retail price: $19.97 (3-pack)
Size: 5.75 ounces (1 bottle) & 6.25 ounces (2 bottles)
Available: https://rainierfoods.com and Amazon
