This local business is helping celebrate moms with something sweet

Mother’s Day shopping is expected to hit a record high this year.

A new National Retail Federation survey found that people plan to spend an average of $285 to celebrate mom -- about $25 more than last year. Total spending is expected to reach $38 billion. Flowers, greeting cards, dinners, jewelry and clothing top the list of popular gifts. This week also happens to be National Small Business Week.

So this morning, we’re showcasing a local business that’s helping people celebrate mom with something sweet. Joining us now are Junaé Watt, owner of Gift Me Chocolate & Entertainment, along with store lead and culinary arts professional Kaitlyn Lampton.

You can watch the full interview in the video at the beginning of this article.