This Mother's Day, treat your mum to something sweet
This pandan cloud cake and flower basket are part of the Mother's Day package by Nono's Homemade. (Nono's Homemade pic)
PETALING JAYA : Mother's Day is just around the corner. While flowers, fancy dinners and gifts are always appreciated, there's one thing you definitely shouldn't skip – a sweet treat!
If you're looking to celebrate with something meaningful (and delicious), why not explore these locally owned businesses, many of which are either run by mothers or inspired by beloved family recipes?
From dreamy pandan cakes to crispy appam, here are some fun options to consider for a memorable day with that special woman in your life.
1. Nono's Homemade
Nono's pandan cloud cake is a light, airy creation inspired by the skies. The story goes that while expecting their baby girl Noelle, Dad, a pilot, taught Mum how to bake.
When travel came to a halt due to pandemic lockdowns, the family channelled their energy into perfecting his colourful cake recipe, adding a 'cloud' motif as a cheeky nod to Dad's time in the skies.
From humble beginnings in their home kitchen, Nono's Homemade has since grown to nine outlets across the Klang Valley. Their signature is an Ogura cake, known for its moist, delicate texture and made with 100% natural pandan essence.
For Mother's Day, Nono's Homemade is offering an adorable package featuring their delicious pandan cloud cake and a floral basket.
Check out Nono's Homemade on Instagram.
2. Ibupreneur
Ibupreneur is a social enterprise that empowers mothers through entrepreneurship. (Aida Zunaidi pic)
What better way to celebrate Mother's Day than by supporting a business built to uplift mums? Ibupreneur is a social enterprise born out of the pandemic, and aimed at empowering single and vulnerable mothers through entrepreneurship.
From training to providing a platform for income, Ibupreneur helps mothers, one delicious bake at a time. Their lineup includes decadent raspberry-butter bundts, pandan kek lapis, and bite-sized yam coconut cookies – each handcrafted by mothers.
Not only are you getting a scrumptious treat, you're also giving back to the community. Now that's a sweet deal.
Explore their offerings here.
3. Madam Yong Delight
Cherish traditional treats with this colourful platter of Nyonya kuih. (Madam Yong Delight pic)
If Mum's the nostalgic type, a platter of colourful Nyonya kuih just might bring back cherished memories. Madam Yong Delight has been crafting these sweet bites since 1985, starting with the humble curry puff.
The eponymous Yong grew up helping her own mother supply homemade snacks to restaurants in Petaling Jaya. Today, her creations are even served in five-star hotels.
Treat mum to Madam Yong's 'Surprise Me!' platter, featuring a mix of 50 pieces of kuih beautifully arranged on a bamboo tray.
Find out more by clicking here.
4. Love Mom Restaurant
Klang's Love Mom Restaurant is best-known for its range of tasty Sri Lankan appam. (Love Mom Restaurant pics)
Over in Klang, a heartwarming story lives on through Love Mom Restaurant. Founded by Paramaswari Nadasan, affectionately known as Auntie Paramas, this single mother of three launched her eatery – then called Klang Curry House – more than 30 years ago.
Her recipes, all passed down from her Sri Lankan mother, offer home-cooked goodness. But the star here is definitely the appam: choose from classic milk, brown sugar, or egg versions – each a comforting bite crafted with decades of family tradition.
5. Tiny Afters
For Mother's Day, Tiny Afters is offering a box of 16 tarts with four unique flavours. (Tiny Afters pic)
Felicia Leow's journey from banker to baker was fuelled by fond memories of her mum baking tarts when she was a child. In 2022, Leow channelled that inspiration into Tiny Afters, a dessert brand known for its dainty, freshly made tarts.
For Mother's Day, Tiny Afters is offering a box of 16 tarts in four delightful flavours:
earl grey vanilla – tea-infused ganache topped with vanilla chantilly;
berry fruit tart – fresh strawberries and blueberries over vanilla custard;
lemon cheese – zesty lemon curd with creamy cheese filling; and
strawberry almond – almond frangipani with house-made strawberry jam.
It's the perfect little box of joy to share with Mum – or to let her keep all to herself!
Check out Tiny Afters via their website.
Bonus: Leong Chee Kee Pepper Biscuit
For Penangites, why not surprise Mum with a taste of tradition? Leong Chee Kee is a decades-old family-run bakery in George Town famous for its handmade pepper biscuits.
Now run by the second generation, every biscuit is lovingly crafted by the proprietor himself. Leong Chee Kee also offers coconut tarts and other classic Chinese pastries: a perfect old-school gift for mums who appreciate heritage flavours.
Leong Chee Kee Pepper Biscuit
C8, Lebuh Cintra,
10100 George Town, Penang
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