Three Tier Stand
For summer entertaining, there’s nothing more chic and functional than a three-tier
stand for cupcakes, desserts and warm-weather appetizers. This Arte Italica Tuscan 3
Tier Stand, made from ceramic and fine pewter and available at Tucson’s Elements
Home Accessories and Gifts is the ultimate in style and sophistication. On Mother’s
Day, you can’t go wrong with a gift that brings both a sense of elegance and
practicality into the home. www.elementsoftucson.com.

Visit the Botanical Gardens
For a way to spend a beautiful sunny day outdoors with mom this Mother’s Day, surprise
her with a trip to Tucson Botanical Gardens. The Botanical Gardens will be hosting
Mother’s Day at the Gardens—brunch will be served at the Gardens Café 54 from
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Or, pick up a boxed picnic lunch and eat outdoors. Spend the day
perusing the flower-filled, serene paths and be sure to stop in the gift shop and pick up
a present for mom on her special day—options include jewelry, gardening tools, seeds,
handbags, soaps, outdoor rugs and more. With such a thoughtful day planned out, this
will be a Mother’s Day mom won’t soon forget. www.tucsonbotanical.org.

Loews Culinary Institute Classes
For a Mother’s Day gift that will be enjoyed all summer long, treat mom to the Loews
Culinary Institute classes, held at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort’s Flying V Bar and Grill.
Starting on May 30 and lasting through September 5, the culinary classes will be taught
on Saturdays and will feature instruction and presentation from award-winning chefs,
followed by the opportunity to dine on a delicious, self-prepared lunch. Even more
rewarding? Purchase class admission for two so you can chop and sauté along with
mom every Saturday! Contact the Ventana Canyon concierge at 520.299.5107 for
class reservations.