In the earliest of years, a housewife was defined as a woman whose work was running or managing her family’s home, taking care of the children, buying and cooking food for the family and everything else associated with running a household from shopping to cleaning.
What it didn’t entail was working outside the home.
In the 1950s and 1960s, this image was glorified through TV shows and movies. Then in the 1970s, a movement began that forever changed how we see the role of housewife.
First thing to go: the notion that women couldn’t work outside the home.
Going forward women proved they could hold down a job and still manage running a household. The number of women doing that has grown steadily since.
But times are changing; running/managing a home, caring for children, cooking and housekeeping are no longer defined as solely a woman’s job. More fathers, grandparents and other relatives are stepping in to take on the role. Housewife can now be better defined by as homemaker.
In many ways, the job just got harder. Which is why mom needs a little pampering on Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 12.
We have a few ideas for you.
Some spots may require reservations. Prices may not include taxes and gratuity.
The barrio garden at the Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way. The organization was picked to create a barrio garden for an exhibit at the U.S. Botanic Garden in the U.S. capital.
Photos by Mike Christy / Arizona Daily StarThe botanical gardens are offering a three-course afternoon tea complete with china, tea sandwiches, scones and sweets.
The $65 event runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 11. Call 326-9686 for more information.
Visit Hacienda Del Sol for brunch on Sunday, May 12.
Brunch includes eggs benedict, an omelet and waffle bar, a carving station, a seafood station, and of course, dessert.
Brunch runs from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and costs $75 for adults and $32 for children ages 7 to 14. Children under 6 eat for free.
The Tanque Verde Ranch is hosting a Mother's Day lunch with appetizers, entrees, desserts and more.
Seating times are noon and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 12. The lunch costs $65 for adults and $32.50 for children.
Reservations are required. Call 866-413-3833 for more information or to reserve.
Guests who visit the Carriage House for Mother's Day will get brunch that'll include a carving station, brunch specialties, salads, starches and desserts. Plus, there will be bottomless mimosas and bloody marys.
Brunch runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 12. Prices are $45 for adults and $25 for children ages 7 to 13. Children ages 6 and under eat for free.
Tavolino is offering their full dinner menu, in addition to chefs specials beginning at 11 a.m. on Sunday, May 12.
All items are a la carte. The average price is $40 per person.
Visit the restaurant from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call 531-1913 for more information.
Maynards Market and Kitchen is located inside Tucson's historic train depot at 400 N. Toole Ave.
James S. Wood / Arizona Daily Star 2009Brunch at Maynards includes a 3-course prix fixe brunch with entree choices that include seared scallops, chicken milanese, Virginia ham benedict, sweet pea agnolotti and brioche french toast.
Brunch runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 12. Adults eat for $55, children eat for $20.
The Tasteful Kitchen is offering a 3-course vegetarian brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 12. Gluten-free options will also be available.
Brunch costs $35 per person. Reservations are required. Call 250-9600.
Brunch at Omni will include house-baked pastries, a flavored bacon bar, eggs and omelettes, salads, a carving station, crab cakes and cocktails and desserts. Brunch runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with seating available every half hour on Sunday, May 12.
Brunch costs $55 per person, $28 for children ages 6 to 12. Kids ages 5 and under eat for free. Call 297-2271 for more information.
Core Kitchen and Wine Bar at the Ritz-Carlton is offering brunch that is set to include appetizers, sushi and seafood, soup, salads, cheese and charcuterie, breakfast favorites, a made-to-order egg and omelette bar, a carving station, fresh fruits and vegetables, and desserts.
Brunch runs from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 12. Adults eat for $90, children ages 12 and under eat for $40.
Call 572-3401 for reservations.
Garden Bistro at Tohono Chul is serving brunch from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 12.
Brunch includes an omelette and egg station, a garden station, crepes, a griddle station and desserts.
Adults eat for $51.50. Children ages 11 and under eat for $17.50.
Walking tour participants stand outside the historic Hotel Congress in 2009.
Mamta Popat / Arizona Daily StarCup Cafe at Hotel Congress is serving brunch and dinner specials in addition to the regular menu.
Brunch specials include tamale and eggs, breakfast paella and petite and fritas. Brunch runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 12.
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