LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2018

SWEET IDEA In charge of bringing dessert? Keep things simple by showing up with this Ice Cream Sundae Kit ($24.50, sullivanbleeker.com, 416•961•3553) and a few pints of ice cream. Kit includes six cups, mini spoons, chocolate fudge sauce and five sweet toppings.

DINNER ’ S READY! From your back deck or the boathouse dock, ringing an outdoor bell is both a novel and civil way to round up the family at mealtime. This hanging “Come-And-Get-It” Bell ($42.50) is from Lee Valley Tools (800•267•8767, leevalley.com).

PEST CONTROL Like a moth to a flame, we’re drawn to the gor- geous Citronella Collection by Skeem Design ($24.95 to $59.95). The lidded candles are available in two sizes and three scents, blend- ing mosquito-repelling citronella oil with sea salt, grapefruit and eucalyptus. Smouldering incense sticks are ideal for burning without an open flame. Pair either with the refillable match tin for an exceptional hostess gift. Avail- able at Bradshaws (Stratford, 844•271•6281, bradshawscanada.com).

ICE PICK For a summer of frosty cold drinks, the NewAir Portable Ice Maker ($219.99, bedbathandbeyond.ca) produces 28 lbs of ice a day. Just fill the reservoir with water and plug it in on your kitchen counter or out on the deck. Choose from five colours to match your décor and three ice sizes to suit your drinks.