Buy a fondue pot and enjoy delightful evenings.

Fondue is especially enjoyable during the colder months. Together with friends, family, acquaintances, or colleagues, it quickly creates a sociable and enjoyable evening. Whether there is a special occasion or you just want to spend a pleasant evening, fondue is always well received. To make it work, all you need is to choose the right fondue pot.

In the past, fondue primarily meant cheese fondue, where cheese is melted and eaten with bread or potatoes. Today, you can also use hot broth or hot oil to cook meat if you want to host a fondue evening. For a sweet treat, chocolate fondue is ideal. Melted chocolate is just as irresistible as melted cheese.

Learn more here about fondue pots and the many possibilities for enjoyable evenings.

What type of fondue should it be?

If you want to buy a fondue pot, you first need to know which type of fondue you want to prepare. The following types of fondue are suitable for an enjoyable evening:

• Meat fondue is very popular. Small pieces of meat are dipped into hot broth or hot oil and cooked. Choose the ingredients that you and your guests enjoy the most. Suitable options include pork, beef, lamb, and poultry. The meat is cut into bite-sized pieces, cooked, and then eaten with various sauces and side dishes.
• Cheese fondue is the classic. This dish is especially popular for sociable evenings. A mixture of cheese, white wine, and spices is heated in the fondue pot. Bread, potatoes, or vegetables are then dipped into the melted cheese.
• Whether as a dessert or simply a treat in the evening, chocolate fondue delights both young and old. It requires little effort and is something special. With fresh fruit, cookies, and other creative ingredients, chocolate fondue becomes a wonderful evening indulgence.

For all three types of fondue, you can buy the suitable fondue pot at Stöckli’s shop.

What do I need for a fondue?

Whatever type of fondue you want to prepare, you need the right equipment. Here you can find out what you should buy in addition to a fondue pot. The following basic equipment is necessary for enjoyable fondue evenings:

• Fondue pot: The basic equipment for your fondue evening naturally includes the fondue pot, also known as a caquelon. Depending on the type of fondue, broth, oil, cheese, or chocolate is heated in the pot. Pots made from different materials are suitable depending on the type of fondue.
• Heat source: To prepare or keep the fondue warm, you need a heating option. The heating element can be a fuel burner or a chafing dish (rechaud), or an electric warming plate. For a classic, cozy experience, use a burner with fuel paste or gas. For convenience, an electric model is simple and practical. Both options have their advantages.
• Fondue forks and other accessories: In addition to the fondue pot, fondue forks are needed. They are used to spear the food and dip it into the cheese, broth, or melted chocolate. If you want to cook vegetables, small strainers can also be used.
• Fondue plates: You can also use special fondue plates. They have compartments for different sauces and dips.

Everything you need for a cozy fondue evening can be found at Stöckli. If you want to enjoy a traditional cheese fondue, the Bellavista cheese fondue set is a good choice. Matching plates are also available in our shop. With our various cheese fondue forks, you can safely dip your piece of bread into the creamy delight.

Whether you are looking for a caquelon made of enameled steel, cast iron, inox, or ceramic, you will find it with us. If you prefer a fondue with broth or oil instead of cheese, a fondue set is suitable. The Bellavista fondue set includes a stainless steel pot, a universal chafing dish, a paste safety burner, and six fondue forks. You might also want to try the practical fondue plates with compartments or strainers for fish fondue.

What should I consider when buying a fondue pot?

The material of the fondue pot plays an important role. When buying a fondue pot, you can choose between materials such as ceramic, cast iron, and stainless steel. Each material has its own advantages:

• Ceramic fondue pots are especially suitable for cheese fondue. They heat up slowly but retain heat very well.
• Cast iron fondue pots are suitable for any type of fondue. Many cast iron models can also be used with an induction stove.
• Stainless steel fondue pots are better suited for meat fondue. However, if they are coated with enamel, there is less risk of the cheese burning.

Which fondue pot is best for a sociable evening?

For a pleasant evening, a fondue set is particularly suitable. The advantage is that you receive the fondue pot along with a lot of accessories. However, choosing the right set is not always easy.

With a set like the Titlis fondue set, you don’t have to decide in advance between meat or cheese fondue. Enjoy whichever type you feel like at the moment. Both are possible with the Titlis fondue set from Stöckli.

This set includes a robust black cast iron fondue pot that is induction-compatible and comes with a splash guard. The cast iron chafing dish is equipped with a paste safety burner and a wooden base. The set is completed with six fondue forks with wooden handles.

This fondue pot is suitable for two to three people for cheese fondue. For meat fondue, up to six people can participate. In the Stöckli shop, you can find many more fondue sets to enjoy a cozy evening.

What should I consider when buying a fondue set?

The following aspects should be considered if you are looking for not just a fondue pot but a complete fondue set:

• Size of the fondue pot: Base the size of the fondue pot on the number of people participating. For very large groups, it can be practical to use two fondue pots simultaneously. This also ensures better access to the fondue for everyone.
• Material of the pot: Fondue pots are typically made of materials such as ceramic, cast iron, or stainless steel. Stainless steel pots are often combined with electric warming plates, while cast iron or ceramic pots are paired with burners. Make sure the material suits the type of fondue and is easy to clean.
• Splash guard: Many fondue sets include a splash guard. It prevents hot oil or broth from splashing out of the pot. The splash guard often has notches, which are useful for resting the fondue forks. For example, the Bellavista fondue set from Stöckli comes with a splash guard.
• Fork holders: As mentioned, many fondue pots have a splash guard with notches. These provide stability for the forks and prevent them from getting stuck in hot oil or broth. A practical example is the Hot Bowl fondue set.
• Heating method: You can also choose freely here. At Stöckli, you will find models with tea lights, burners, and electric heating plates. Sets with electric plates can be used for all types of fondue. Sets with burners or tea lights are mainly suitable for cheese and chocolate fondue.

When purchasing a fondue set, pay attention to the manufacturer’s specifications. In particular, check which type of fondue the set is designed for.

Where can I buy a fondue pot?

Want to buy a fondue pot? Then the Stöckli online shop is the right place for you. We offer a wide selection of fondue pots, fondue sets, and matching accessories. Let our products inspire sociable and enjoyable evenings with friends and family.

In addition to fondue pots, you will find many other products for cozy evenings. Delight friends and family with pizza or raclette. For this, one of our Stöckli Pizza Grills is ideal. For classic raclette, we also offer the appropriate devices.

Would you like to learn more about our fondue pots, raclette, or pizza grills? Feel free to use our contact form for any inquiries.