{"id":6594,"date":"2015-04-26T18:57:26","date_gmt":"2015-04-27T01:57:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marialiberati.com\/?p=6594"},"modified":"2015-04-26T18:57:26","modified_gmt":"2015-04-27T01:57:26","slug":"mothers-day-gift-guide-2015","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marialiberati.com\/freshsite\/2015\/04\/26\/mothers-day-gift-guide-2015\/","title":{"rendered":"Cooking Themed Mother&#039;s Day Gift Guide &#124;  2015"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\nThis Mother&#8217;s Day surprise that special Mom in your life with a special gift or treat yourself to some of these Mother&#8217;s Day worthy treats. Lots of product hopefuls arrived and were tested out in The Basic Art of Italian Cooking by Maria Liberati tm kitchen and the following are the ones selected as Mother&#8217;s Day worthy!:<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\nThe Basic Art of Italian Cooking by Maria Liberati tm favorite place to get the Ultimate gift basket for Mom..the perfect basket to make &nbsp;Mom feel really special on that special day&#8230;there are so many baskets to choose from..a basket for any Mom..and the products included in each and every basket are deliciously delightful..this one is one of our favorite healthy gift baskets, but go to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gourmetgiftbaskets.com\">Gourmetgiftbaskets.com<\/a> and choose yours<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/s3.amazonaws.com\/bigwords-com\/stores\/gourmet-gift-baskets-com_75_large.png?resize=350%2C350\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"350\"\/><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gourmetgiftbaskets.com\/images\/rotator\/Fruit-2015-Rotator.jpg?resize=788%2C359\" alt=\"\" width=\"788\" height=\"359\"\/><br \/>\n<strong><em>For the perfect drink to accompany a Mother&#8217;s Day brunch or breakfast ,try the Electric Espresso Maker from IMUSA, love that you can make 3 or 6 cups<\/em><\/strong>!<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/i.ebayimg.com\/00\/s\/NjQwWDQ4MA%3D%3D\/z\/FnoAAOSwn51UZnlS\/%24_35.JPG?resize=225%2C300\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\"\/><br \/>\n<strong><em>T-Fal electric tea kettle, the color of the kettle makes a beautiful statement in any kitchen and it has a lot of safety features, great for a large pot of tea or just one cup!<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/img.wfrcdn.com\/lf\/46\/hash\/23027\/8101507\/1\/1\/1.jpg?resize=250%2C250\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\"\/><br \/>\nFor the Mom that loves to cook or to make Mom&#8217;s favorite dish try one of these expert graters and Glove from<strong><em> Microplane<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\n<em><strong>Elite Box Grater-loved tis especially because it is like 5 graters in one, a sturdy grater and comes in handy for almost any grating needs, from grating Parmigiano-Reggiano for a plate of pasta to chocolate for the top of a luscious tiramisu<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ab.wsimgs.com\/wsimgs\/ab\/images\/dp\/wcm\/201470\/0213\/img86t.jpg?resize=132%2C165\" alt=\"\" width=\"132\" height=\"165\"\/><br \/>\n<em><strong>Spiral Slicer.. great to cut spirals of cucumbers or making zucchini pasta or spiral lemon peel to use in an authentic Italian cream..<\/strong> <\/em><br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ep.yimg.com\/ay\/kkapers2\/microplane-spiral-slicer-green-4.jpg?resize=105%2C150\" alt=\"\" width=\"105\" height=\"150\"\/><br \/>\nOr how about the Rotary Cutter for that perfect piece of cheese, makes grating cheese for atop your pasta dish an easy feat<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.chefscatalog.com\/img\/products\/285x285\/12983_285.jpg?resize=285%2C285\" alt=\"\" width=\"285\" height=\"285\"\/><br \/>\n<strong><em>This cube grater in a choice of colors also makes a great decorative piece for your kitchen, you may want to get 1 in each color.<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/us.microplane.com\/images\/products\/thumb\/AllCubeGraters.jpg?resize=125%2C125\" alt=\"\" width=\"125\" height=\"125\"\/><br \/>\n<em><strong>Protect Mom&#8217;s hands while&nbsp;&nbsp;Mom&nbsp; is making all those treats for you in the kitchen with this glove that protects your hands while grating. Microplane Cut Resistant Glove<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/scene7.targetimg1.com\/is\/image\/Target\/15120183?wid=138&amp;hei=138\" alt=\"\" width=\"138\" height=\"138\"\/><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\nTo make Cleaning a Breeze for Mom try these New products<br \/>\nNaturezWay makes these superior products from bamboo<br \/>\nPerforated paper towels that are made from Bamboo and can be used many times over&#8230;producing less waste great for the environment too!!NaturezWay also makes drying cloths and floor sponges all from bamboo..all reusable producing less waste and great for the environment. The products work great, loved that they hold up well and can&nbsp;&nbsp;be reused many times!<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.naturezway.com\/images\/dryingcloth.png?resize=412%2C442\" alt=\"\" width=\"412\" height=\"442\"\/><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.naturezway.com\/images\/ptowells.jpg?resize=412%2C442\" alt=\"\" width=\"412\" height=\"442\"\/><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\nFor the Gourmet food lover try these yummy products<br \/>\n<em><strong>Gaea Olive Oil.. great&nbsp; addition to any recipe, a full bodied olive oil from Greece<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n<em><strong><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chexfoods.com\/wp-content\/gallery\/new-items-new\/thumbs\/thumbs_gaea.jpg?resize=135%2C135\" alt=\"\" width=\"135\" height=\"135\"\/><\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n<em><strong>Free for All Gluten Free Brownie Thins..you won&#8217;t miss the gluten,so delicious you can&#8217;t eat just one..a yummy healthy way to enjoy a brownie!<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.wholefoodsmagazine.com\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/articles\/2014\/December\/New%2520Products\/Partners.jpg?resize=213%2C441\" alt=\"\" width=\"213\" height=\"441\"\/><br \/>\n<em><strong>Jarlsberg Cheese has become one of my favorite go to artisan cheeses for those gripped Panini sandwiches that need a cheese that melts well,easy to find also and perfectly &#8216;melty&#8217; for that sandwich that is oozing with cheese!<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ecx.images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31ZKMJXNH3L.jpg?resize=350%2C262\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"262\"\/><br \/>\nFor a Healthy Spring Smoothie perfect for a Moms Day brunch is this smoothie with sea buckthorn oil and pines wheat grass! Just think ..drink this and you and Mom will have more energy all day long.<br \/>\nSeaBuckthorn oil has many benefits<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-family: Symbol;\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span>Richness of ALL the Omegas (3, 6, 9 AND the rare Omega 7, which is great for hair, skin and nails)<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;\">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/span>Collagen and cellular boost (especially for dry skin from harsh winter weather)<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;\">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/span>Skin health and age-defying properties<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;\">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span>Antioxidants and Detox power<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;\">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/span>Immune system support<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;\">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span>Cardiovascular supplement<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;\">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span>Boosted sun\/UV-protection (with warmer, Spring temps, you&#8217;re gonna be <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">outside more!)<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: Symbol;\">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span>Gastrointestinal balance<br \/>\n<\/span>SPRING SMOOTHIE<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 lemon with peel<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 orange<\/li>\n<li>2 apple slices with peel<\/li>\n<li>1-2 tsps. Pines Wheatgrass or Super Foods Blend<\/li>\n<li>1-2 droppers of Sea buckthorn oil<\/li>\n<li>add in raspberries, blueberries,&nbsp; strawberries as desired<\/li>\n<li>honey as desired to taste<\/li>\n<li>purified water<\/li>\n<li>Blend all in blender till desired consistency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.seabuckwonders.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/berry_oil_45and176_main.jpg?resize=312%2C350&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"312\" height=\"350\"\/><br \/>\n<em><strong>Pines Wheat Grass..my favorite energy super food<\/strong><\/em>!<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.allstarhealth.com\/prodpics\/250x250\/130225-P27435.JPG?resize=250%2C250\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\"\/><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\nFavorite Snack Pack for Mom, great to bring along for work or to the gym or anytime, these delicious healthy snack packs, grab and go is what we loved about these snack boxes that make Mom&#8217;s life easier!<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.wildgardenhummus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/WildGarden.jpg?resize=342%2C225\" alt=\"\" width=\"342\" height=\"225\"\/><br \/>\nAnd for a Mom that loves to cook.. here are some book choices<br \/>\nThe Basic Art of Italian Cooking:DaVinci Style<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.marialiberati.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/rsz_1front_cover1.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-6591\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.marialiberati.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/rsz_1front_cover1-230x300.jpg?resize=230%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"The Basic Art of Italian Cooking:DaVinci Style\" width=\"230\" height=\"300\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\nThe Basic Art of Italian Cooking:Holidays and Special Occasions<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.marialiberati.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/rsz_rsz_cover-2.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6478\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.marialiberati.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/rsz_rsz_cover-2.jpg?resize=151%2C198&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"rsz_rsz_cover-2.jpg\" width=\"151\" height=\"198\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\nThe Basic Art of Italian Cooking<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.marialiberati.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/the-basic-art-of-italian-cooking-cover-2.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-5252\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.marialiberati.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/the-basic-art-of-italian-cooking-cover-2-300x199.jpg?resize=300%2C199&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"the basic art of italian cooking cover (2)\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marialiberati.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/rsz_1front_cover1.jpg\">&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; This Mother&#8217;s Day surprise that special Mom in your life with a special gift or treat yourself to some of these Mother&#8217;s Day worthy treats. 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