Unlock the Secret Ingredients to an Unforgettable Mother’s Day Brunch
Ever notice how Mother’s Day brunch is the modern Olympic event where every family airs its quirks—usually over overpriced eggs Benedict and undercooked passive aggression? So you want to honor Mom, maybe even make memories instead of new therapy bills, but wrangling everyone into a restaurant (that actually serves your sister’s gluten-free, vegan air patties) feels like solving a Rubik’s Cube… blindfolded. It never fails—someone’s feelings will be bruised, and let’s face it, the only thing getting toasted is you, three mimosas deep, ironically “celebrating” the chaos that made you who you are. But hey, why not shake things up this year? The Onion’s got a no-holds-barred guide that’ll have you rethinking everything from brunch seating charts to whether the family photo should include only people who’ll stick around until dessert. Wondering if letting Mom actually plan her own brunch is the sanest move you’ll ever make? You’re not alone . LEARN MOREWhether you go to a restaurant or host an event in your home, brunch is a great way to celebrate the maternal figures in your life. The Onion shares tips for planning the perfect Mother’s Day brunch.
Make sure the restaurant serves whatever bullshit your sister’s eating these days.
Avoid awkward silences by bringing a list of fight starters.
Sit the oldest mother in the room at the head of the table and ask the youngest mother in the room to serve as her chair.
Call ahead to send your mom’s food back to the kitchen.
Present your mother with a family photo featuring everyone who still talks to her.
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