I Love Ice Cream

With the temperatures going up, it’s time to party down. Here are some delicious ways you can keep your chill and tantalize your guests’ taste buds. Appetizers The phrase “cool as a cucumber” has some actual backing to it. Cucumbers are extremely hydrating and are known in Chinese medicine as a cooling food. Since they are so versatile they are perfect for a summer party. They go great with hummus, can be used in a kebab, are essential in tea sandwiches, or be paired with shrimp to make delicious canapes. Fresh fruit is a must. Besides being colorful and flavorful they are hydrating and help the body stay cool from the inside out. Watermelon, apples, peaches, and pineapples are all excellent choices. You can make colorful skewers, fruit salad, or serve a fruit salsa with cinnamon chips. For savory treats try deviled eggs, chicken salads, or a charcuterie tray. Drinks Nothing says summer more than a cool glass of lemonade. You can go traditional with the flavor and keep ...

Hot summer days call for yummy frozen desserts, and what better way to cool off than by indulging in an ice cream cake! Kids’ playdates, BBQ cookouts, and pool parties dominate summer time entertaining; you sure have your hands full with so much to do! Buy a Carvel ice cream cake and use your creativity to add more confectionery and toppings to it to make your own gourmet dessert that friends and family are sure to love. If you’re wondering how to make easy desserts for summer entertaining, we’ve got you covered. Here, we offer interesting tips and recipes on creating drool-worthy ice cream cakes. Mint Chocolate Ice Cream Cake Fresh mint and decadent chocolate ice cream come together beautifully in this frozen dessert. No-bake and easy to make, this ice cream cake is a chocolate lover’s delight. To make this dessert, start with baking a regular sponge cake from a scratch or use a store-bought cake mix. Preheat your oven to 350 F. Ready three (8-inch) round cake pans, and line th...