How to Have a Romantic Fondue Dinner
We don’t think there’s a sexier food than fondue. It’s silky, warm, delicious and perfect for feeding each other. Eating with a fondue fork instead of silverware is a great change of pace and makes dinner a little more exciting.
A fondue dinner is more romantic (and much more intimate) than a restaurant. Even better, you avoid the hassle of reservations and the expensive check at the end of the evening.
Guys take note…girls love it when you cook for them. Lucky for you, fondue is extremely easy to prepare (but they don’t need to know that).
So are you ready to plan for your romantic fondue dinner? You’ll need a good fondue pot, of course. If you want to do both a cheese fondue and a chocolate fondue, it might be best to have two pots. That way you don’t have to interrupt the dinner to wash out the pot.
Before you get started
Find out if the person you are cooking for has any food allergies. A lactose intolerant person might not appreciate a cheese fondue very much. You can subtly try to ask them their likes and dislikes, but we’re confident that most people really enjoy cheese and chocolate.
Let your partner know this is going to be a special dinner by giving them a card with a date and time. It’s a nice touch...even if you’ve been married forever.
Be prepared
As we mentioned earlier, fondue is easy to prepare. Even so, it might be a good idea to make the fondue you’re going to have for the dinner at least once. This way you won’t run into any problems 15 minutes before your big date.
We have very clear instructions and some helpful tips for making both cheese fondue and chocolate fondue. You may wish to make both or only one. Either way you’ll have a great time.
Cheese Fondue
This is the perfect first course for your romantic dinner. A traditional cheese fondue recipe contains wine and garlic, both of which are aphrodisiacs. It’s also a nice, light dinner, so you won’t feel like taking a nap afterward. Even though you may end up in the bedroom anyway.
You should prepare all of the dipping ingredients beforehand so you can simply transfer your fondue to the fondue pot when you’re ready for dinner. A green salad is sometimes served with cheese fondue, but you can skip it if you don’t want to deal with boring plates and forks.
Chocolate Fondue
Chocolate is also purported to be an aphrodisiac. And that’s just regular chocolate. Creamy, warm, melted chocolate really takes it to the next level.
Pick a chocolate fondue recipe that you think your partner will enjoy. Be sure that you include cool strawberries, along with any other dippers you may choose. They’re perfect for feeding to each other.
Create the mood
Dim the lights and put on some soft music. Lot’s of tea-light candles are a great idea. If you use a scented candle, make sure it’s not overpowering. Incense probably isn’t the best choice, because it may interfere with the taste and aroma of the fondue.
Decorate your dining area with flowers or rose petals to add that extra romantic touch. Trust us, your partner will notice!
Location, Location, Location
Fondue is so versatile that you don’t have to eat at the table if you don’t want. Light the fireplace, lay down a blanket and enjoy your fondue picnic style. Or, if it’s a nice night, take your fondue outside and eat under the stars. In either case, remember to have a hard surface to put the fondue pot on so it doesn’t spill.
Take advantage of tradition
A popular fondue tradition says that if a woman drops food in the pot she has to kiss the person next to her. Better take advantage of that one. You might even try to change this rule to make things a little more interesting.
Don’t forget the drinks!
Dry white wine is an excellent choice. If you prefer reds, then go with a Bordeaux, California Merlot, Chianti, or Cabernet Sauvignon.
Beer is a traditional accompaniment to fondue, so if you think you can get away with it go for it. We wouldn’t want to break tradition now, would we?