Fondue Pots Buying Guide
For meat, 
chocolate, or cheese, whenever the pot and the long skinny fondue forks come out, you know it's party time. For family or friends, a fondue pot brings people together, literally--if you all have to share the same pot, chances are, you're sitting pretty close together. Want to try something new? Check out a fondue cook book for some extra recipes and fun tricks.
Isn't Fondue At Least A Little Bad For Me?
Whether you go along with the ancient custom of kissing every member of the opposite sex if you lose your meat or bread in the pot (on the cheek is standard) or not, fondue is the fun way to pretend there aren't any calories if everyone shares the giant pot of goodness. Many guests may decline for fear of the dreaded fat, so keeping in mind who you intend to invite, you can come up with some back-ups besides the regular melty fatty goodness.
- With so many yummy concoctions of healthier alternatives that have been introduced over the years, now you can boil your meat in peanut oil, fat free broth, or some other delicious recipe. And out of the tons of cheeses and chocolates available, you'll be sure to pick one or two that every guest will enjoy, without the added guilt of excessive cholesterol and fat.
- Some cheeses taste the same as regular whole-fat versions, but come as non-fat, or a lower fat percentage. If you feel like it, you can even mix fat-free and regular fat cheeses for a tasty, but decidedly healthier version.
- As far as chocolate is concerned, find out how dark your guests like it. The darker the chocolate, the better it is for you, and some say that very dark chocolate works as an antioxidant. Obviously, dipping fresh fruit into dark chocolate is practically healthy, right?
- Looking for fewer carbs? Try a nice rice bread with your fondue. It tastes almost the same, but without the heavy feeling afterwards.
For some extra fun, if you're having meat fondue, try putting out a few different sauces, so everyone can enjoy their favourite.
Different Types of Fondue Pots
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Electric Fondue Pots - Heat up quickly. These are adjustable to properly heat whatever is required: meat, cheese, or dessert.
- Unlike candle heated pots, electric pots stay hot, and don't require soot cleaning for the bottom.
- Many come with non-stick surfaces, and some are dishwasher safe.
- Safe to use, and come with extra security of an auto-shut off when the cord is disconnected.
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Alcohol Fuelled Fondue Pots - Heat evenly. The pot itself is enamelled or cast to work for many different conditions.
- Portable and powerful enough for cheese or meat fondues, not to mention chocolate.
- Many are dishwasher safe, and most are non-stick.
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Sterno Fuelled Fondue Pots - These are slightly less powerful as far as heat goes, but they definitely do the trick.
- Sterno refills are readily available.
- Portable, and many are non-stick.
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Tea Light Pots - Recommended for dessert fondues.
- These are less expensive as far as refills are concerned.
- The heat given off by tea-lights is very light, but will keep hot melted chocolate from coagulating.
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