Mother's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show your appreciation for the culinary queens in your life than with the perfect set of spices, seasonings, and gourmet cooking essentials? If your mom, grandmother, or any influential woman in your life loves to sprinkle a little magic into her cooking, this guide is tailor-made for you.
We'll walk you through a curated selection of items that are sure to impress the spice enthusiasts, food lovers, and home chefs on your gift list. Here's your blueprint to delightful and flavor-filled gourmet spice and seasoning gift ideas from Old Town Spice Shop for this special day.
Delectable Baking Essentials for Mom
For the baking enthusiasts who whip up the most delicious pies, cookies, breads, and cakes, a thoughtful gift box filled with baking must-haves is a surefire way to mom’s heart. Our flavored sugars, gourmet extracts, and baking cocoa come in a variety of delectable flavors that will elevate her confections. Consider gifting one of our renowned baker-inspired gift boxes that we’ve carefully curated to kickstart her sweet inspiration. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Baking Essentials Gift Box
This gift box features premium ingredients that are the secret to mouth-watering baked delights, including:
- Royal Mahogany Cocoa Powder
- French Vanilla Flavoring
- Saigon Cinnamon Powder
- Ground Ginger Root
- Vanilla Bean Sugar
- Ground Nutmeg
Sweet Satisfaction Gift Box
For those moms who have a sweet tooth, this gift box offers a symphony of flavored sugars that will satisfy all of her sweet cravings. She’ll enjoy unique flavors like:
- Vanilla Bean Sugar
- Magical Unicorn Sugar
- Blueberry Sugar
- Raspberry Sugar
- Lemon Sugar
Floral Sugar Bouquet Gift Box
Spring into sweetness with our Floral Sugar Bouquet Gift Box to give your mom an array of unique flavors to elevate her baked goodies. She’ll enjoy flower-inspired sugars like:
- Rose Sugar
- Lavender Sugar
- Marigold Sugar
- Hibiscus Sugar
Explore all our individual flavored sugars, extracts and flavorings, and baking cocoa to select the perfect baking ingredients for mom’s pantry.
Must-Have Gifts for the Grill Mama
If your mom's domain is the sizzling grill or smoker, she deserves the very best spices and seasonings for grilling, smoking, and barbecuing. Whether she's into classic steakhouse flavors, regional barbecue blends, or flavorful dry rubs, we have the perfect spices and seasonings for every dish. From new seasoning blends to trusty favorites, these are the treasures she needs to keep her grill game strong all summer long.
And don’t forget to throw in a bottle of our Fair Store Bourbon BBQ sauce, back for good by popular demand! This versatile sauce adds a touch of sweetness and a punch of bourbon to any grilled masterpiece.
Smoke and Grill Box
Whether on the grill or in your smoker, these flavorful seasonings will give you that mouth-watering crust everyone will love! This box features:
- Classic Savory Pork Crust
- Lemon Thyme Poultry Crust
- Maple Garlic Beef Crust
- Black Truffle Steak Crust
Grill Master Gift Box
This collection of spices goes beyond the ordinary, offering grill mamas the joy of experimenting with flavors like:
- Beach House Blend
- Backyard Brew Marinade
- Horseradish Steak Rub
- Hot Jamaican Jerk
Sizzling Steak Gift Box
This assortment of our most popular seasonings is tailor-made for steak enthusiasts. Each blend is meticulously crafted to ensure the perfect steak, every time. She’ll enjoy flavors like:
- Horseradish Steak
- Yukon Steak Seasoning
- Bloody Mary Steak Seasoning
- Black Pepper Steak Seasoning
- Santa Maria Rub
Discover our wide range of grilling spices perfect for all of your meats and vegetables! And if mom is looking for a new way to elevate her grilling game, share this recipe in her gift box, which features our new Hot Creole Seasoning!
Gourmet Spice and Seasoning Essentials
For the everyday cooking aficionado, stocking the pantry with high-quality basics is key. This Mother's Day, think about replenishing her spice collection with staples like Ground Cumin, Parsley Flakes, Four Peppercorn Blend (whole or ground), or a classic Smoked Sweet Paprika. What’s more, consider gifting her with a special mix like the Enchilada Sauce Mix or Big H’s Chili Mix for those quick and easy Tex-Mex nights.
Check out a few of our favorite spice essential gift boxes carefully curated with all the spices and seasonings she needs for everyday cooking any day of the week!
Home Chef Gift Box
Ideal for both aspiring cooks and seasoned experts, this assortment contains all the essentials for preparing tasty and flavorful home-cooked meals! Stock mom’s pantry with essentials like:
- Garlic Granules
- Saigon Cinnamon Powder
- Ground Cumin
- Sweet Basil (Domestic)
- Kosher Flake Salt
- Ground Black Peppercorn
- Chili Pepper Powder
- Parsley Flakes
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Onion Granules
- Mexican Oregano
- Paprika 120 ASTA
Pizza & Pasta Gift Box
Give your mom a collection of our favorite herbs, peppers, and seasonings to spice up her favorite pasta dishes and homemade pizza creations!
- Rustic Parmesan and Herb Seasoning
- Roasted Garlic Flakes
- Truffle Parmesan Seasoning
- Crushed Calabrian Chile
- Four Peppercorn Blend
- Herb Delight Oil Dip
- Black Garlic Salt
- Mediterranean Herb
Sunday Brunch Gift Box
Elevate mom’s weekend breakfasts and brunches with an imaginative array of flavors that can elevate everything from eggs to bagels and more. This box includes unique spices and seasonings like:
- Everything Bagel Seasoning
- High Peaks Seasoning
- Dill Weed
- Biryani
- Chervil
Dip Mixes, Popcorn Seasonings, and Gourmet Drinks
Sometimes, it's the little things that bring the most joy to the kitchen. Whether your mom loves to indulge in decadent dips for entertaining guests, or she’s a popcorn enthusiast who loves topping this classic snack with unique flavors, we have something she’ll adore!
Dips Galore
Spoil mom with an array of dip mixes! Perfect for parties and backyard barbecues, we have a dip for every occasion, like:
- Beer Cheese Pub
- Chili Con Queso Dip Mix
- French Onion
- Herb Delight
- Pesto Parmesan Olive Oil Dip
- Ranch Dip and Dressing Mix
- Tzatziki Dip Mix
- Tuscan Tomato
And if she’s a fan of olive oil dips, our Olive Oil Dips Gift Box was made just for her!
Popcorn Lover's Dream
Take her snacking game to a whole new level with artisan popcorn seasonings. Options like Churro Popcorn Seasoning, Salted Caramel, and Barbecue Bacon will ensure she never looks at a bag of popcorn the same way again. Can’t choose just one flavor? Explore our most popular popcorn seasoning gift boxes!
Gourmet Drinks for Mom
Does your mom love gourmet coffee, hot chocolate, Chai tea, or herbal tea? We have just what you’re looking for! Choose from individual packs or curated gift boxes and sample packs.
- Old Town Chai Tea Latte (various flavors)
- Gourmet Hot Chocolate Sampler
- Loose Leaf Tea
- Hopped Up Coffee
Brighten Mom’s Day With Spices and Seasonings She’ll Love
This Mother's Day, go beyond the ordinary and celebrate the culinary passions of the special women in your life. Spice up their kitchen with gifts that reflect their love for flavor and creativity. With choices ranging from individual spices and seasonings to thoughtfully curated gift sets, there's something for every taste and every type of cook.
By selecting these personalized gifts, you not only make meal prep a joy but also show that you understand and appreciate the art of cooking as much as she does. Remember, the true gift lies not just in the item itself, but in the memories and flavors she'll create with it. From all of us at Old Town Spice Shop, Happy Mother's Day and happy cooking! Visit us at our spice store in Fort Collins, or find all of your favorite spices online!