The right kitchen gadgets can upgrade your next summer gathering. Forget basic appliances; think margarita makers for instant frozen cocktails, countertop pizza ovens for a taste of Italy in your own backyard and ice cream attachments for custom frozen desserts.
Shop these kitchen tools, appliances and gadgets that take summer entertaining to the next level.
Original price: $202.99
This frozen drink machine combines shaving and blending in one for effortless slushies and alcoholic beverages. (Walmart)
This 36 oz frozen drink machine from Margaritaville is designed for parties, delivering resort-style slushies and alcoholic beverages with the flick of a switch. Don’t forget these margarita mix packets for bar-quality drinks at a moment’s notice. Plus, if you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can get these items to your door ASAP. You can join or start a 30-day free trial to start your shopping today.
This ultra-portable pizza oven allows you to make artisan-style pizzas in under a minute. (Amazon)
With this portable pizza oven, you can whip up artisan-style 12-inch pizzas in just 60 seconds. The oven (which works with wood, charcoal or gas) heats up to 950 degrees and has a glass door that lets your guests savor the show. Blackstone also makes a solid version that’s powered by propane, if you prefer that.
This indoor/outdoor multicooker handles 10 cooking functions in one, including baking, air-frying, dehydrating and roasting. (Walmart)
Whether you're baking, air-frying, dehydrating or roasting, this Ninja indoor/outdoor multicooker handles 10 cooking functions in one sleek unit. Its oven‑style design includes racks for pizzas, kebabs or roasted veggies and an air-fry setting to give a crisp crunch without adding extra oil. Compact yet versatile, it’s excellent for poolside cooking. Don’t forget this extra-large nesting cutting board, which also doubles as a serving platter.
This classic stand mixer attachment instantly transforms your kitchen into an ice cream parlor. (Walmart)
This classic attachment transforms your stand mixer into an ice cream parlor. Just freeze the bowl, attach and let the paddle churn out two quarts of your favorite frozen treat — homemade ice cream, gelato or sorbet. Choose your own mix-ins and watch it churn, making it a fun interactive dessert station at barbecues or parties.
Original price: $229.99
This popular ice cream maker allows you to make frozen treats like ice cream, sorbets and custards at home. (Amazon)
The Ninja Creami takes ordinary ingredients and turns them into custom frozen treats. Easily create your own personalized ice cream, sorbet or milkshake to delight guests with a refreshing, cool dessert tailored to their tastes. Cuisinart’s Fast Freeze ice cream maker works similarly.
This food processor helps you to make quick salsas, pico de gallo, coleslaws or homemade dips with minimal effort. (Cuisinart)
One of the most versatile prep tools on the market, Cuisinart’s 13-cup food processor handles chopping, slicing, shredding and puréeing with ease. Pull it out for quick pico de gallo, coleslaw, salsas or homemade dips in seconds. The large 13-cup bowl is ideal for batch preparation and the included small bowl is perfect for pesto or serving slivers. Stainless steel blades and discs make cleanup simple, so you're not tied to the prep stage all day. Ninja also makes its own version.
This set includes everything you’ll need to elevate taco night. (Walmart)
This Blackstone griddle kit includes everything you need to elevate taco night into an experience — taco racks, a tortilla warmer and a topping tray. Just heat tortillas on your griddle or stove top, stack them neatly in the racks and let guests fill and fold without the mess. The tortilla warmer keeps shells soft and pliable, so they don’t crack during assembly, while the topping tray keeps all fixings in one spot—ideal for easy replenishment and a clean serving area. Consider buying the Rice Robot for a perfectly cooked rice side dish.
Original price: $699
This countertop electric smoker makes wood-smoked food indoors. (Amazon)
This countertop electric smoker from GE allows you to enjoy the flavor of real wood-smoked food indoors, without filling your home with smoke. It converts smoke into warm air, minimizing odors and preventing smoke alarms from triggering. It boasts five adjustable settings, six preset programs (including options for brisket, ribs, chicken and salmon) and a built-in temperature probe, all controllable via Wi‑Fi. For this one, you’ll need wood pellets, so don’t forget to pick some up.
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This food dehydrator transforms fruits, veggies and herbs into flavorful, shelf-stable bites that leave more time to enjoy the sunshine until the guests arrive. (Amazon)
Ideal for crafting homemade snacks that guests can enjoy throughout the day, this Cuisinart food dehydrator transforms fruits, vegetables and even herbs into flavorful, shelf-stable bites. Dried mango, pineapple chips, salted kale chips and homemade jerky are just a few fun possibilities. It's especially handy for prepping ahead, leaving you more time to enjoy the sunshine when guests arrive. Beyond snacking, dehydrated ingredients can add flair to cocktails, salads or charcuterie boards — think citrus spirals or herb sprigs. If you’re a novice to the dehydrating game, be sure to pick up this food dehydrator cookbook.