A special selection: my gifts for moms

Although my mother prefers to drink it as an aperitif and in a small glass, the truth is that a sweet wine like late harvest is highly recommended to accompany dessert. Accompanied by a tartlet, a milk flan, an ice cream or even a piece of cheese, it goes very very well. For this occasion, I would recommend the Late Harvest Misiones de Rengo, a wine with a very smooth, fresh and pleasant sweetness.

Women in general — and mothers in particular — have this curious ability to savor chocolate little by little. While watching TV, reading a book, or at work, they can grab just one or two small pieces of chocolate, enjoy it for a moment, and then put the rest of the packet away to continue their actions. Truly admirable. Not like us, who can’t stop seeing the bottom of the container. Thus, some chocolates will always be welcomed as a gift for Mother’s Day. For example, these handcrafted items from the Prieto brand, made — and painted — by hand, which come in a very varied mix of flavors.

They are not eaten or drunk but are used as a moisturizer. I am referring to the body creams that women (and also men) use. And of course, we are no longer in the age of those giant tubs of cream from any brand. Now things are more precise and delicate. For example, this avocado oil cream from South Africa which comes in a 100% recycled and recyclable container, with its corresponding fair trade certification. Any mother will surely appreciate it.

A book can also be a good option to offer to mothers this Sunday. Depending on the tastes of the person to whom we will give the gift, we can always find something that interests him. For example, this book by journalist Dalal Halabi, Diaspora cuisine, where he shows and explains a large number of Palestinian-inspired recipes. A book that we appreciate both by looking at it and by following it in the kitchen.

It can be reading a book, eating chocolates or simply accompanying a moment of relaxation at the end of the day. The truth is that sparkling wine ceased to be a drink exclusively associated with New Year celebrations a long time ago and for this reason it can be enjoyed at any time. The current offer on the national market is vast, but here I suggest you try the Miguel Torres Cordillera Bru, which is very good.

Mothers, grandmothers, aunts, couples… no one is indifferent to these traditional biscuits, formerly called Love Cookie: a real vice. In their packages, some are very grilled, others a little more, others and some in the middle. Some harder than others, all of them are irresistible and it really costs a lot to make each pack last. A gift, always.

Another gift that a mother will always appreciate (unless she is lactose intolerant) is a good cheese. And when I say good cheese, I mean good cheese, not those things that are often sold in the supermarket that are nothing more than a raw mixture of milk, whey and even potatoes (yes, potatoes earthen). So if you want to give something of quality, take the time and money to do it right. For example, choosing a French-level camebert like the one shown here.

Plain with ice, with a soda and a slice of orange or in a Negroni. The truth is, vermouth is always useful, anytime, anytime. Thus, it is worth having a bottle at home, always ready and arranged. What a vermouth, since we celebrate it, it can be a traditional and national vermouth like Luther.

And everyone would love to have one. I am referring to the Moleskine notebooks, so cute, sober and useful, that just over a decade ago they were almost impossible to find in Santiago. Luckily, there are now even a variety of designs and colors to choose from. Like the one shown here.

It is clear that such exclusive classifications of alcoholic beverages intended for the female audience have long ceased to exist. Today, quite simply, women drink what they like the most, and they even hate those soft and sweet preparations (often with decorations in pink tones), which are supposedly designed for them. For all of the above, a Glenfiddich Single Malt whiskey is a great gift for this Sunday.

*Prices for products in this item are updated as of May 4, 2022. Values ​​and availability may change.