1.  Flavors. The ice cream is number uno. If you do not have the time or tools to make your own, visit your local creamery and splurge on two flavors such as a classic vanilla and the shoppe’s speciality. If you have guests that are non-dairy offer a sorbet or try a coconut based ice cream.

2. Toppings. Serve the classics and a few surprises…maybe, spiced nuts, caramel popcorn, yogurt covered pretzels.

3. Bowls, cups, and cones! Provide cones and bowls. My favorite bowls {ever} are from Anthropologie they are the perfect single scoop and Anthro offers an array of colors.

4. Spoons. A simple wooden spoon. Dip dyed, polka dots, striped or left plain. Makes each bite and lick so much more fun.

5. Party decor. Set a fun mood without spending a lot. A striped table-cloth, cheerful banner, or just bring out your nice dishes to display the bowls, cones and toppings.

6. Great scoops. Get a proper ice cream scooper to serve up perfectly round bites of heaven.

7. Parchment paper. If you are having a lot of guests a cool tip is to create pre-made scoops and store them on a tray lined with parchment paper. Keep in freezer until needed. Saves time and you will also know exactly how many scoops you have.

8. Tunes. A party always needs music. Just a few suggestions:

• Talking Heads The Good Thing
• Sam Cooke Having A Party
• Link Wray La De Da
• Rolling Stones Dancing with Mr.D
• Beck Peaches and Cream
• Phoenix Fences
• The Bird and the bee Birthday
• Los Campesinos You! Me! Dancing!
• Fleetwood Mac Dance
• Vampire Weekend Horchata