Kate Hudson took Lance Armstrong along to meet her mother yesterday in a sign their relationship has reached serious status.

The couple joined Goldie Hawn for a late lunch at Santa Monica's Ivy at the Shore, with the trio laughing and chatting easily during the get together.

Getting serious: Kate Hudson and Lance Armstrong arrive at the Ivy at the Shore in Santa Monica yesterday

Mum, meet Lance: Kate enjoyed a day out with her mother and boyfriend

An onlooker said: 'They all looked very relaxed and comfortable in each other's company.'

'And if Goldie's smiles during the meal are any indication, Lance managed to win her approval.'

The seven-time Tour de France champion may have had a bit of convincing to do, considering his notorious reputation as a Hollywood playboy.

After his two-year relationship with the singer Sheryl Crow ended in 2006, he swiftly moved on to fashion designer Tory Burch.

The he was spotted canoodling in New York's Gramercy Park Hotel Rose Bar nightclub with Ashley Olsen, who is 15 years his junior. 

Kate and Lance first began dating while on a visit to the Bahamas in May, right after she broke up with the troubled actor Owen Wilson.

Party of three: The group looked relaxed as they chatted over lunch