You tease them incessantly; they embarrass you at every opportunity. And when you prepare to have it out with them, they hit you with the love card.

Dysfunctional family?

Take refuge in the functionality (not to mention productivity) of Jude’s happy unit. In a von Trapp style production — think pasteurizing, not song — they create a delicious range of ice creams and sorbets in the barn of their family home in Hampshire.

With milk and cream from local cows, the creations come in flavours like Peach and Champagne Crush, Winter Warmer, and Ginger Spice.

In addition, the company supports local causes, donating 10 percent of profits to charity.

Talk about honest family values.

Available at Tom’s Deli, 226 Westbourne Grove, W11 2RH (020 7221 8818 or tomsdelilondon.co.uk); Blend Cafe & Kitchen, 2 Barmouth Road, SW18 2DN (020 8871 2586 or cafeblend.co.uk). For more information, go to judes.co.uk.