Mother's Day Moments: Celebrating in Rhode Island Style

As Seen in RI Monthly Magazine
 
This Sunday, May 10th, arrives with the promise of longer daylight and warmer afternoons—the kind of day that begs to be spent with the woman who's given her all to keep you grounded. Whether you're planning a refined meal overlooking the bay, a quiet morning of fresh pastries and espresso, or an unexpected adventure on the water, Rhode Island offers endless ways to say thank you.
 
In the editorial pages of RI Monthly, we discovered a curated collection of where the state's most discerning families celebrate this day. The options are varied, thoughtful, and deeply rooted in Rhode Island's culture of hospitality and good taste.
 
On The Water & In The Air
 
Start the morning with a fifty-minute cruise along the Providence River aboard Providence Riverboat Company, where complimentary mimosas pair perfectly with the city's architectural charm. Or venture to Sakonnet Vineyard in Little Compton for a build-your-own-bouquet experience (available Saturday, May 9), sipping award-winning wines as live music drifts across the vineyard.
 
The Newport Scene
 
Newport's dining establishments are pulling out all the stops. The Chanler at Cliff Walk presents a four-course prix fixe showcasing Georges Bank scallops and roasted lamb loin, served on an enclosed heated terrace with live jazz and views of Easton's Bay. Mother Pizzeria brings brunch energy with sourdough focaccia and specialty cocktails, while Giusto offers Chef Kevin O'Donnell's exclusively created dishes for the day.
 
Providence Indulgences
 
Bellini Providence's elevated prix fixe at $135 features lobster ravioli and truffle mashed potatoes, finished with strawberry shortcake. For the mother who wants to linger over bottomless mimosas and Nutella crepes, Sarto's brunch from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. delivers modern Italian comfort. Red Stripe rounds out the afternoon with prosciutto-wrapped asparagus and swordfish provencale.
 
Gifts That Arrive at the Door
 
Sometimes the most luxurious gift is one delivered directly. Edgewood Cheese Shop offers decadent platters with artisanal cheeses, meats, dried fruit, and jams, available in three sizes. Feast and Fettle curates gift boxes pairing Levain Bakery cookies with Marigold & Grey spa sets and FreshSends bouquets. Oak Bakeshop takes pre-orders for fruit tarts, lemon meringue, and roasted asparagus quiches through Friday.
 
The Whole Day Experience
 
Track 15's Mother's Day event (11 a.m.–2 p.m.) brings live portraits by Sydney Darrow and permanent jewelry with Linked, paired with specialty brunch cocktails and bites from Dolores, Little Chaska, and Dune Brothers. It's the kind of curated gathering—part celebration, part experience—that defines Rhode Island's approach to hospitality.
 
Whether she's a woman of elegant restraint or vibrant energy, a quiet morning or a full-day celebration, Rhode Island has crafted something meaningful for every type of mother. The common thread across every experience isn't just the quality of the food or the beauty of the setting—it's the intentionality behind each moment.
 
This Mother's Day, show her you've been paying attention. Book your table, order your gift, or slip into that brunch reservation. The women who've shaped our homes, our dreams, and our lives deserve a day as thoughtfully curated as the life they've created.