Hoo the lovely month of May! Here it is with its softness and its first nice sun lights, after a cold winter. This is also the time to say to all moms how much they matter for us, celebrate their courage and virtue. And what better than a sweet treat or a chocolate to express our affection.
Mother’s Day Is Celebrated Around The World
All over the world and for centuries, we say “I love you” to them with flowers, gift or chocolate.
They were celebrated in ancient Greece, or more precisely celebrations were held in honor of the goddess Cybele, great mother of gods, but also of men and animals.
In Australia, Belgium, Canada and many other countries, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of May. In France, we will celebrate on May 29th.
It is fun to discover the customs of each country. In Germany for example, mothers have the right to rest all day, children will take care of everything.
In England, the traditional Mothering Cake also known as Simnel cake, is prepared; it is mainly made of dried fruit and marzipan.
In Spain, a mother does not cook on her “día de la Madre”, may be invited to the restaurant and receive flowers.
In France, we not hesitate to please all the moms. Personalized gift making, purchasing the most beautiful flowers and the small intention to pleasure : a pretty box of good chocolates that will please for sure.
Children write little poems secretly apply to scribble pretty drawings and makes small gifts that are sure to please.
A Chocolate Gift for Your Mom
In France, under Charles de Gaulle, some elected officials were handing out medals of merit to deserving moms: the gold medal was giving to mothers with more than 7 children!
At school, the teachers help to make stunning gifts to offer. We will prepare delicious breakfasts to wake them up gently. We choose a bunches of flowers, her favorite chocolates just for her, as a sign of all our love.
At ROY chocolatier, mothers are also honored: fruit jellies, calissons, chocolates… Choose the gift that will make her happy, we will send it for you and we will not forget the card with a kind word from you, written by us.
We also design a beautiful package for all mothers, because they deserve all what is more beautiful but especially what is more good.
