How to Plan the Perfect Meal as Côte Brasserie Unveils a Joyful Mother’s Day Celebration

Let's be honest, planning the perfect Mother's Day can feel like a bit of a mission. Do you go out for a posh meal or keep it cosy at home? Well, this year, the choice is a lot easier. The popular French restaurant, Côte Brasserie, has sorted out a special celebration for Sunday 15th March that covers all bases. Whether it's a dine-in treat or a slap-up meal at home you're after, they’ve got a menu designed to make mums feel properly appreciated. And the person behind this culinary magic is none other than Steve Allen, who used to be the Executive Chef for Gordon Ramsay. So, you know it's going to be good. This is a full-scale French celebration, with options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

A bit of sparkle to start the day

Starting the celebration early? Good plan. A lovely breakfast is a brilliant way to kick off Mother's Day. Côte is rolling out a special breakfast menu just for the occasion, available until 11.30am. And for fans of their classic dishes, there's some great news: a much-loved favourite is making a comeback. The creamy scrambled eggs on seeded sourdough, topped with beetroot-smoked salmon, is back on the menu. It’s one of those simple but brilliant French dishes that just hits the spot.

The deal is pretty tempting too. For just £16.50, guests can get any breakfast dish – whether that’s a full cooked breakfast, eggs Benedict, or fluffy French toast – plus a cold-pressed juice and a coffee or tea. To make it a proper celebration, Côte has teamed up with Champagne Lanson to offer special Champagne breakfasts. For an extra tenner, you can add a glass of fizz, turning a lovely breakfast into a truly memorable moment. It’s the kind of touch that shows a bit of extra thought went into the plan.

The main event: a proper french feast

If breakfast is too early, the celebration continues all day with a specially created set menu. This is classic Côte Brasserie: fantastic French food, a brilliant atmosphere, and great value. Diners can choose from two courses for £32.50 or go for the full three courses for £37.50. The menu is packed with comforting classics that feel like a big warm hug from France. Think of a rich, gooey French Onion Soup, a big bowl of Moules Marinière, or a perfectly cooked Steak Frites. These are the kinds of dishes that everyone loves, making it an easy choice for a family meal out.

And of course, the bubbles are on hand for the main event too. That partnership with Champagne Lanson means you can get a bottle for the table for just £60, which is a decent saving from its usual price of over £76. It’s a nice touch that makes the whole dine-in experience feel a bit more special, perfect for toasting the guest of honour. A great menu with great wine is the core of any good French celebration.

A dessert designed by a top chef

There's always room for dessert, especially on Mother's Day. And this isn't just any dessert. The Executive Chef, Steve Allen, has put his top-tier experience (he’s worked at legendary places like Claridge’s and Pétrus, under Gordon Ramsay) into creating something unique for the occasion. The Lime and Mandarin Éclair is a showstopper. It’s served with a sharp raspberry sorbet and delicate shards of white chocolate, making for a fresh and zingy end to the meal. It's the kind of pudding that will get the phones out for a quick picture before everyone tucks in. Having an exclusive dessert on the menu makes the whole experience feel that little bit more bespoke and thoughtfully planned.

Celebrating at home? no stress

For many, a celebration at home is the best way to spend Mother's Day. It’s relaxed, comfortable, and you don’t have to worry about booking a taxi. But that doesn’t mean you have to do all the work. The Côte at Home delivery service is designed for exactly this. It’s a stress-free way to have a restaurant-quality feast without spending hours in the kitchen. These at-home boxes are packed with everything needed for a spectacular French-inspired meal that's easy to finish off. They are presented so well, they look like the professional media review boxes sent to food critics.

There are two main options for the star of the show: a succulent Roast Chicken or a truly impressive Chateaubriand for those who want to push the boat out. Both come with all the trimmings you’d want for a proper roast, including Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, pumpkin gratin, and braised red cabbage. Boxes are available for two or four people, with prices starting from a reasonable £44.95. For a sweet finish, the at-home menu includes sharing desserts like a comforting pain perdu (a posh French toast) or a decadent chocolate financier with sour cherry compote. The delivery service runs from 11th March 2026 to 14th March 2026, so you can get everything delivered and ready for the big day.

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