Fondue is a unique form of cooking that allows diners to prepare their food as they eat it. A fondue pot is used to hold a flame and skewers are used to spear food. Cheese and chocolate are the main dipping substances, while small pieces of meat can also be cooked in the pot. Fondue […]
A fondue fountain is used to serve desserts at parties, with hot liquid chocolate flowing from the fountain for dipping small treats. Commercial fountains can hold over 30lbs of chocolate, while home-use fountains are smaller and made of plastic. Accessories such as premade fondue and skewers are needed. A fondue fountain is best known as […]
Gruyere fondue is a dish made from melted Gruyere cheese, often blended with Emmentaler. It is traditionally served with bread for dipping and prepared in a caquelon over a heat source. Other ingredients can include white wine, brandy, and mushrooms. It is often served as the first course of a three-course fondue dinner. Gruyere is […]
A chocolate fondue fountain is a popular dessert at events, with various ingredients placed underneath and covered in warm melted chocolate. Traditional fondue involves dipping food in a small pot of melted ingredients. Different types of chocolate fountains are available, with various ingredients used for the mix and dipping. Long fork-like spears are used for […]
Fondue parties are a fun way to experiment with different fondues and dipping ingredients. Savory fondues are often cheese-based, while sweet fondues are made with chocolate. Fondue parties are easy to pair with drinks and can be made in a standard saucepan or a fondue warming pan. A fondue party is a great way to […]
Cheddar fondue is a complex blend of cheese, butter, beer, wine, garlic, and other seasonings. It can be made with sharp or mild cheddar and is often paired with beer. Swiss and French fondues typically use wine or kirsch. Fondue is traditionally made with Swiss gruyere and French or Italian alpine style cheese. The heat […]
Fondue etiquette is important for communal eating. Don’t double dip, avoid touching your fork to your lips, and wait for food to cool before eating it. Dive in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. Fondue etiquette is important to know if you plan to attend a fondue party, which has become very popular again since the […]