Top 7: save mom from traffic on her day

      If there is something that can spoil May 10th, it’s traffic, and in Mexico City this is more real than anywhere else. That’s why we leave you some tips to dodge the crowd and celebrate calmly with the most important person: mom. 1.- Book in advance There’s nothing worse than your mom’s favorite place being fully booked and having to settle for the second option. If you know where to take her, make the reservation yesterday!   2.- Go out close to home It’s true, many times we like the idea of going out, crossing the city, and going to that restaurant we love, but two hours stuck in the car can kill anyone's appetite. Why not change that bad experience for a walk with your family? If you live in areas like Las Lomas, Polanco, Valle, Condesa, Roma, etc., it’s very easy to go out and walk to dinner. In fact, it creates a much more complete experience.   3.- Brunch and breakfast It’s true that the most famous hours to celebrate mom are lunch and dinner, but it’s also true that they are the worst hours for traffic. Why not change the routine and invite her for breakfast? Everyone will be more relaxed, and the service in restaurants will be a bit less hectic.   4.- Dinner at home Sounds simple? It is, but don’t limit yourself to organizing a dinner, invite everyone to arrive early and help. This May 10th falls on a Saturday, so there are no excuses. You can gather the whole family about three or four hours before dinner time, avoiding traffic, and involve them in the preparation. Before you know it, you’ll be celebrating, and the dishes will be made in communion, fun, and with love for mom. Here’s the recipe for perfect macarons for Mother’s Day: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/francesa/macarrones-para-mama   5.- Make it count all day If you are 100% sure about a restaurant that your mom wants, then that’s perfect; there’s no need to spend hours in traffic to get there. Beat the crowd and get to the restaurant a couple of hours before your reservation and take a stroll. If it’s downtown, take the opportunity to visit a museum, or explore the cobblestone streets of San Ángel. That’s the idea; a little movie, a park, or any activity that mom loves will keep you distracted while waiting to have a nice dinner or lunch, and you’ll avoid all the fuss.   6.- Catering Mahoma said that if you can’t go to the mountain, then make the mountain come to you. A very convenient alternative is to find a catering agency that serves you their Mother’s Day special while you pamper your mom without needing to get in the car.   7.- Surprise party This strategy doesn’t have to be just for birthdays. Imagine mom’s face when she enters the house and finds all her loved ones waiting for her with balloons, a delicious dinner, and many gifts the day before May 10th. Of course, the celebration can continue the next day, but the real party would have been on a day when chaos doesn’t reign on the streets and mom is the surprised star.   Mother's Day Recipes   Waffles with Caramelized Apple   Spinach and Cream Cheese Quiche   Silvia's Cake   How will you avoid traffic this May 10th?