Sonja Haller

The Republic | azcentral.com

Mothers give and give. But on Mother's Day, it is Mom's turn to get. From free coffee to admission discounts at places like OdySea Aquarium, we've got a roundup that suits many mom tastes. All deals are Sunday, May 14, unless noted.

Carlson Creek Winery

From noon-8 p.m., drop by the Scottsdale tasting room of the family-run Arizona winery and toast Mom with a complimentary wine tasting (a $10 value) that includes five wines from Carlson Creek’s award-winning lineup, along with cake bites. The tasting includes the best-selling Sweet Adeline Riesling, named after the Carlsons’ grandmother, who enjoyed a sweeter wine.

Details: 4142 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale. 480-947-0636, carlsoncreek.com.

Carrabba's

Mom has her own special menu through Sunday, May 14. And when you buy her a $50 gift card, she receives a free, additional $10 gift card.

Details: Valley-wide locations at carrabbas.com.

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers

It's Mom's night off from the kitchen with a free meal at Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers. The deal is good from 11 a.m. to close at all locations.

Details: Valley-wide locations at coldbeers.com.

The Crepe Club

Moms get one menu item for free — no purchase necessary. The special lasts all day at the Phoenix and Gilbert locations. The offer is not valid at Arizona State University's downtown campus

Details: 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. at Biltmore Fashion Park, 24th Street and Camelback Road, 130, Phoenix. Also, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. at 2268 E Williams Field Road, Suite 721, Gilbert. thecrepeclub.com.

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Fired Pie

Fired Pie is giving moms a free Pookie, otherwise known as its chocolate chip cookie or macadamia nut cookie dough topped with vanilla bean ice cream. The Valley-owned pizza restaurant with 16 outlets is open for lunch and dinner. Branches will be open at 11 a.m. to 7, 8 or 9 p.m., depending on the location.

Details: Valley-wide locations at firedpie.com.

Fogo de Chão

From 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., treat Mom to the Brazilian steakhouse and receive a gift card for a future free meal. The gift card can be used Sunday through Thursday through July 13.

Details: 6300 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-609-8866, fogodechao.com.

Hooters

Nothing says "Mom" like a freebie off the Hooters Mother's Day menu. Moms can choose from 10 traditional or boneless wings, a grilled or buffalo chicken sandwich or salad, or a Hooters burger. A drink purchase is required.

Details: Valley-wide locations at hooters.com.

Macaroni Grill

Mothers who eat at the restaurant on Mother's Day weekend receive a coupon for a free appetizer to be used at their next visit before May 31. The eatery also is offering dinner and dessert for $19.99 per person on Saturday, May 13, and Sunday, May 14.

Details: Valley-wide locations at macaronigrill.com.

Mimi's

In addition to its special Mother's Day brunch menu, the restaurant offers a coupon for a free meal for moms on their next visit. The coupon can be used through May 28.

Details: Valley-wide location at mimiscafe.com.

Press Coffee

Three locations of Press Coffee are offering Mom a free small drip or cold brew coffee all day long. No proof of motherhood is required, just identify yourself as one to the barista.

Details: Skywater Apartments, 601 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe. Also, Scottsdale Quarter, Scottsdale Road and Greenway-Hayden Loop. And, 2577 W. Queen Creek Road, Chandler. presscoffee.com.

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Dine in on Saturday, May 13, or Sunday, May 14, and get a $25 gift card to use on a future visit. The gift card can be used through July 2.

Details: 7001 N. Scottsdale Road, #290, Scottsdale. ruthschris.com.

Sprinkles Mom box

Get a Sprinkles Mom box featuring cupcake flavors such as dark chocolate, red velvet, vanilla and salty caramel. The cupcakes are adorned with daisies and other sugar decorations.

Details: Friday-Sunday, May 12-14. 4501 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. $45 for a dozen. But customers can buy up to three decorated "mom" cupcakes with no additional decorating charge. sprinkles.com.

Starbucks

The final day of half-price frappuccinos is Mother's Day. Come in from 3 to 6 p.m. and get mom a sweet pick-me-up.

Details: Valley-wide locations at starbucks.com.

Twin Peaks

Moms can indulge in a free entree, salad or sandwich with the purchase of another entree. This deal includes the favorite Buttermilk Chicken Sliders with fried chicken, bacon, jalapeño gravy, honey butter and hollandaise atop buttermilk black pepper biscuits. Or mothers can choose from the pot roast, an old-fashioned BLT and more menu items.

Details: 2135 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. Also, 8787 E. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale. twinpeaksrestaurant.com.

Butterfly Garden discount

Mothers get $2 off admission, and the first 200 to arrive receive a special gift. The exhibit will run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Details: 9500 E. Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale. $19.95 regular admission. 480-800-3000, butterflywonderland.com.

Children's Museum of Phoenix

Mothers and grandmothers gain free admission to the Children's Museum of Phoenix from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Details: 215 N. Seventh St., Phoenix. 602-253-0501, childrensmuseumofphoenix.org.

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i.d.e.a Museum free admission

Mother's Day means free museum admission for moms from noon to 4 p.m. Enjoy art and nurture creative thinking.

Details: 150 W. Pepper Place, Mesa. $8 regular admission, free for members. 480-644-2468, ideamuseum.org.

OdySea Aquarium discount

Moms receive $10 off on general admission all day, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Details: 9500 E. Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale. $34.95 general admission. 480-291-8000, odyseainthedesert.com.

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