Dessert Table: Gelato Bridal Shower

I'm back with today's second post, and there's so much to like about this gelato-themed inspiration shoot that I saw on Ruffled Blog. The color palette has a soft, summery feel that's perfect for the cold Italian treat. Custom gelato cups and cone wraps make traditional waffle cones and scoops of gelato party-worthy.

The custom gelato cups and cone wraps from this shoot are the most accent of the whole design, even though the paper fan decor is lovely, too.

Be sure to check out today's first post, which was the KARE 11 tv segment I shot yesterday to share tips for wedding dessert tables. 

images by Edyta Szyszlo Photography

In a Gelato State of Mind

Lately, I've been very interested in all things gelato, which you may have noticed. I posted this and this recently. Well, here's another gelato-riffic post that any sweet tooth can appreciate.

Eat Drink Chic featured this sweet stationery. Designer Joe Stephenson created the set to invite guests to Fedrigoni's London Showroom for an ice cream event.

What a fun branding suite. I definitely would have kept a few of the little scoops and cups for my future inspiration.

Coffee A la Mode: Piccolo Affogato al Caffe

I've tried a lot of interesting things to sweeten up my coffee, but I've never considered an espresso/ gelato combo. Sunday Suppers featured the recipe and delicious images for Piccolo Affogato al Caffe, a traditional Italian dessert of gelato and espresso.

This is such an easy treat to wow your guests with. All you need is your favorite gelato, espresso, and pretty glass mugs. Place a mug at each guest's seat and garnish each saucer with a cookie for a fabulous finishing touch. Voila!

You can even experiment with different flavors of gelato if you prefer something a little less, well, vanilla. Check out the super simple recipe.

Kiwi Gelato Cups

I love all things dessert, obviously, but I'm a real sucker for pretty desserts. I found this recipe for kiwi gelato on bell'alimento. Such an unusual flavor, but an even more unusual presentation makes it all the more appealing. Hollowed out kiwis make perfect little cups for frosty gelato.

Too busy to make your own gelato? Most grocery stores carry several brands of the Italian treat. Pick lemon, lime, melon or any other flavor that you can coordinate with a hollowed out fruit cup and serve!