Nothing beats the heat quite like a bowl of ice cream and with summer nearing its end, we've found ourselves savouring every moment outside before the temperature begins to cool. It's time to kick your entertaining skills up a notch because today, we're showing you how to host the ULTIMATE ice cream party with some of our favourite items. Make your own ice cream with our new Cuisinart Automatic Ice Cream Maker (it makes frozen yogurt and sorbet too!) and create a sundae bar with various toppings so that your family and friends can create a treat of their own! Press play to get inspired:

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

SHOP THE ITEMS:

1. Ricardo Ice Cream Scoop
How serious are you about ice cream? If you want pretty, perfectly rounded scoops, you're going to need the right tool, the Ricardo ice cream scoop gets the job done.
Available, here.

2. Cuisinart Automatic Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream & Sorbet Maker
Now you can enjoy the finest homemade frozen treats – at home! The fully automatic Cuisinart® Frozen Yogurt – Ice Cream & Sorbet Maker lets you make your favorites in 20 minutes or less, with no fuss and no mess. Just add ingredients to the bowl, press ON and the machine does the rest!
ON SALE! Available, here.

3. Artland Glass Milk Bottle
This convenient and durable glass bottle is designed in a classic retro style and is perfect for storing in the refrigerator. Its stainless steel swing cap & clamp are uniquely designed to make serving fun.
Available, here.

4. Mini Plates
Get the party started with these trendy high-quality mini-plates. Perfect to help serve candy dishes or simply to spoil your guests with your best cupcakes!
Available, here.

5. Danesco Round Ramekins
Every kitchen needs a tough, durable and versatile dish for food preparation or serving and the Danesco Round Ramekin is just that. Not only can you use it in the oven and microwave, but it’s also dishwasher safe. Made of elegant porcelain material, add this piece to your collection.
Available, here.

6. Patio Napkin Holder
The satin stainless steel Patio Napkin Holder can hold up to 40 napkins.
Available, here.

7. Stacky Clear Dessert Bowls
The Stacky Collection by ZAK is a fun and unique set of stackable tableware that will help you save place in your cupboard once the soiree is over. It's durable enough to use outside and stylish enough for any table. (comes in clear & red)
Available, here.

8. Laguiole set of 6 multicoloured mocha spoons
These small multicoloured Laguiole spoons are perfect have for yourself, or to offer as a gift.
Available, here.

9. Yellow Table Linen
This Gingham table linen collection has a checkered pattern which will give a cottage style to your kitchen our outdoors. Choose between 3 colours.
Available, here.

10. Green Daisy Placemat
Brighten up your table with this Daisy placemat. Use them to accent your table setting and to bring a cheery feel. Choose between 3 colours.
Available, here.


RECAP
STEP 1: Make your ice cream

Step 2: Set the table

Step 3: Get creative with toppings & enjoy!

Make sure to share a little with your furry friend :)