insideKENT Magazine Issue 36 - March 2015 | Page 41

FOOD+DRINK

mother’s day treats
Mother’s Day, or Mothering Sunday, began in North America in 1908 – although it wasn’t officially
recognised as a celebration until 1910. It was Anna Jarvis, an intelligent and fascinating college-educated
businesswoman and activist who decided that her own mother, whom she had loved dearly, and whom
was responsible for encouraging Jarvis to attend college, should have some kind of memorial (she had
died three years previously). Anna Jarvis declared that mothers should be honoured, since they are
"the person who has done more for you than anyone in the world". BY LISAMARIE LAMB

The idea caught on quickly, and within two years of Anna Jarvis’
highly publicised memorial to Ann Jarvis, mothers were enjoying
gifts and a rare day off to be pampered and looked after by
their children, rather than the other way around.

Chilston Park Hotel // Lenham

Now, over one 100 years later, Mother’s Day (spelt as a singular
possessive, rather than a plural in keeping with Jarvis’ wishes)
is still celebrated, and our mothers are still treated to something
just that little bit special. Kent is a county full of beautiful places
to take the most important woman in our lives, as the list below
will show you.
In 2015, Mother’s Day will be celebrated on 15th March.

Leeds Castle // Maidstone
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Treat your mum to a heartfelt family meal at Chilston Park Hotel this Mother’
Day, and show her how much she means to you.
Price: £30 pp; £15 per child.
www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/hotels/chilston-park / 0845 072 7426

Rowhill Grange // Wilmington

There's no better way of saying 'she is worth it!' than with a Mother’s Day
afternoon tea at Rowhill Grange Hotel. Enjoy quality time together while
indulging in a delicious display of dainty desserts, fresh sandwiches and
homemade pastries prepared by the in-house pastry chefs. Afternoon tea
can be enjoyed in one of the hotel’s cosy lounges or in its gorgeous
Clockhouse Suite. All of the family are invited, and the kitchen team has
even created a special Children’s version from £10.95 pp.
Price: Afternoon Tea £18.95 pp; Champagne Afternoon Tea £24.95
pp; Chocolate Afternoon Tea £20.95 pp.
www.alexanderhotels.co.uk/rowhill-grange-luxury-hotel-kent
/ 01322 615136

A converted barn boasting an oak-beamed 17th-century décor, The Great
British Kitchen at Leeds Castle is a stunning place to take your mother this
Mother's Day. Offering evening diners a relaxed atmosphere and spectacular
views of the 900-year-old Leeds Castle beautifully lit at night, this is one
date she will never forget.
Price: Three courses & a drink £24.95 pp; Two courses & a drink
£18.95 pp.
www.leeds-castle.co.uk / 01622 767777

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