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Who is more important in our lives than our Mothers? There are about 85.4 million mothers in the U.S. alone, so you can imagine the amount of flowers, jewelry, spa treatments, candy, kitchen items, books, cards and gift certificates that are purchased each year for Mother's Day.
The driving force behind Mother's Day was Anna Jarvis, who organized observances in Grafton, W.Va., and Philadelphia on May 10, 1908. As the annual celebration became popular around the country, Jarvis asked members of Congress to set aside a day to honor mothers. She finally succeeded in 1914, when Congress designated the second Sunday in May as Mother's Day.
To your left see a few Mother's Day recipes, just in case you are cooking for Mom this year. More can be found in our Sally's Place recipe section.
All the best in food, wine, and travel.
Happy May,
Sally Bernstein
Editor-in-Chief
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Sally's Recommendations
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Genuine Soapstone Pots from Brazil Now Available from AncientCookware
Shop for Mother's Day at Ancient Cookware. Soapstone pots are one of the oldest culinary traditions in Brazil and are now available from Ancient Cookware. Not to be confused with stoneware, which is a kind of clay fired at high temperature, these are actually handcrafted from a single block of natural, non-toxic soap stone which allows them to withstand temperatures up to 1000°C and its thick and dense walls lets them retain heat twice as long as conventional metal cookware. The beautiful stone makes a stunning and exotic presentation to serve family style right from the pot, and serving from mother earth herself. Starting at $90.95. Mother will love these chocolates from Master Chocolatier and owner Jeff Shepherd. He makes artisan chocolates, including mixed chocolates, belle of the berries, bars and more in his shop in Central Point, Oregon. His Lavender Sea Salt Caramels are divine and Jeff has a Chocolate of Month Club for 3, 6 or 9 months. Visit his shop in Central Point (about 4 hours south of Portland), call to order 541-664-2815 or order online.
Ball® Collection Elite® Spiral Jars If your Mom makes dill pickles or spiced peaches Ball® has a new jar for her. The creative possibilities are endless with Ball® Spiral Wide Mouth 28 oz Mason Jars. The unique spiral shape will make canned creations stand out and can also be used for a wide variety of decorating options. Also available in 16 oz Regular Mouth size. BPA free and made in the USA since 1884. Sold in sets of 4 jars with the lids and bands included. Click here to order.
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