Planning the perfect evening is never easy. Here are some essentials to ensure your affair goes off without a hitch.

1. Villa Treville
Glowing with old-world Italian décor, this 16-bedroom revitalized villa rests on the molto bella Amalfi coast. www.villatreville.com

2. Dean Deluca Rose
A genuine rose is stabilized and crystallized in sugar to produce this elegant ornament for desserts. www.deandeluca.com

3. Epicurean Evening
Double your delights at Restaurant Eve, where husband-and-wife duo Cathal and Meshelle Armstrong parade their two spectacular menus – The Chef’s Tasting Room and The Bistro. www.restauranteve.com

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4. Leaf long and prosper
Pink Flamingo, Fantasy Island and Goji Pop are just a few of the innovative flavours from around the world found at the fun and modern DavidsTea. www.davidstea.com

5. Graceful Gastronomy
For intimate gatherings or extravagant galas, the meticulous attention-to-detail of Marilyn Grace will transform your event into an unforgettable evening. www.marilyngrace.com.au

6. Big Cheese
The perfect partner for the sweet taste of Membrillo, this Spanish piquant sheep’s milk Manchego cheese melts in your mouth with a thick and rich flavour. www.deandeluca.com

7. Au Naturel
Strip down and oil up with The Naked Chef’s personal line of olive oil, extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar and green pesto. www.shalitfoods.com

8. My Cup of Tea
The delicious aroma of linden, rose, lemon verbena and summer fruits will waft through your home from Dean & Deluca’s signature medley of green and white tea. www.deandeluca.com