Friday, February 11, 2011

fondue love

Do you love fondue as much as I do? There is something so fun about sharing a pot of melted cheese and dipping a sundry of cut bread or vegetables inside. I think for Valentine's day, I just may have a pot of chocolate fondue to melt a few hearts!

Happy friday and weekend. Hope it is a great one.

35 comments:

Whitney said...

I love fondue too! Can't help but giggle- who made fondue and why is it called fondue? :) Chocolate is a must for the little pot- great Valentine's Day idea! XO

Carole said...

Have a wonderful weekend. I haven't had fondue in ages but enjoy it.

Purple Flowers said...

Thanks for the idea. I think alittle chocolate fondue is my future as well.

Formerly known as Frau said...

Love chocolate fondue but it's deadly! Love your picture especially seeing Deer Valley in the background...heading to Utah for February break..can't wait.

The Buzz Blog said...

Love all fondue and what a fun idea to bring the family together around a the table... I think I might just add this to my menu this weekend! Hope you have a yummy one!

Aspiring Kennedy said...

i'm more of a chocolate fondue girl myself than cheese... but last night, a swiss girl was telling me all abut the food she loved... and i have to say, it might get me out of my norm to try some of those tasty treats. :)

Emily said...

Have a great weekend Ms. pve. You deserve a pot o' chocolate!

Jenny Castle Design said...

Love fondue! And what a fun idea for valentine's day...my favorite is rice krispey treats dipped in chocolate!

Party Resources said...

I love fondue and raclette! Happy weekend!

quintessence said...

I think chocolate fondue for dessert is a FABULOUS idea - have to see if I can find my fondue pot!!

René said...

Ha! That pot reminds me of the one we had growing up - bright orange. Fondue is such a fun way to eat and Valentine's Day would be the perfect day for it. Happy weekend!

-Rene

Joyce said...

This will be the best way to celebrate the love around your table.
I absolutely LOVE fondue! It is romantic and fun to have fondue for 2 or a table of friends. I still have the one I received 20 years ago as a bridal shower gift. It is from Crate, with a lazy susan and 6/8 little porcelain bowls to hold the food. We were just talking about having fondue or going to our friend's restaurant on Monday. BIG hugs... xo

Joyce said...

Oooh... Patricia thanks for the morning heart hug- I happened to see "tea for joy" on your LinkWithin. THANK YOU!!! xo

Crystal said...

You know I have tried lots of different cuisines, but as yet have never really tried fondue. So you have inspired me to try it soon. :-)

Acanthus and Acorn said...

My son and his girlfriend go to this restaurant called The Melting Pot all the time and rave about it! Love the illusration and now I'll be craving bread and melted cheese this weekend!

LindsB said...

There is a Melting Pot restaurant here in Boston that I have been dying to try- I'll have to get over there asap so I can try out this fondue stuff too :)

annechovie said...

Sounds like a perfect plan, Patricia! Hope your wknd is terrific! xo

Krissy | Paper Schmaper said...

i LOVE fondue... have a pot for me! happy weekend + valentine's day.

Moments and Impressions said...

yumm, dark chocolate fondue is the best... with little cookies and strawberries. have a great weekend.

Unknown said...

I adore fondue but never make it! Valentine's is the perfect time for it. A little chocolate...a few strawberries.

I love this drawing --- sublime!
xo elizabeth

JMW said...

Whenever I think of fondue, I think of Chicago where Hubby and I went to the best fondue restaurant. Such fun! Enjoy your weekend!

Mona Thompson Providence Ltd. said...

Great idea. I haven't had fondue for years and it really is so much fun. I really need to find my pot! Have a great weekend. Mona

Maggiotto said...

Pot or not Valentine's Day is perfect for melting chocolate hearts!

jenna marie said...

sounds like a great idea to me! Enjoy!

GLENDA CHILDERS said...

Such fun fondue memories from the days when my husband was a youth pastor. (1977 and following.)We invited the students to our home, one class at a time (freshmen, sophomore, junior and senior) and prepare huge fondue desserts for them. (with sheets on the floor to protect my carpet.) They always felt loved.

Fondly,
Glenda

Dana said...

I prefer chocolate - dark chocolate - fondue over cheese ... but yes, it is fun.

Love your illustration, as always!

Have a lovely Valentine's weekend~~

Xenotees said...

I do! I love cheese fondue more than anything. That's what I eat on my birthday, every year. :D

Hamptontoes said...

Chocolate fondue is one of my favorites to make for dessert when entertaining...love it with fresh strawberries, bananas, angel food cake, pretzel rods and pineapple! It's the cheese fondues I need some work on, do you have a good recipe to share?

CREED said...

I love fondue but hadn't had it in many years until last November when Michelle and I shared fondue with you in NYC at SWIZZ, such a memorable night of great food and great company!! I'm inspired to start fonduing again, forgot how delicious it is : )

Unknown said...

oooh, I shouldn't have clicked over here hungry!

24 Corners said...

We have a local fondue restaurant that's fun to go too...but having a cozy at home experience would be even better!
Top Chef just had their first fondue challenge...it was fun to see the creative ways the chefs explored the theme...I think I need to melt some cheese now.
xo J~

Deidra said...

One of the best times I've had was at a fondue party. Did you know there's a rule that if you (accidentally?) drop your food into the pot, you have to kiss the person on your left?

Tree said...

LOVE fondue! Recently hosted a spontaneaous snow-day winter lunch using a LaCruset pot and prepared fondue packets from Switzerland easily found at WholeFoods. The taste was so authentic it transported us immediately to the alps!

Lisa Porter said...

Oh I love this Patricia!
I think I might just need a fondue pot!
I hope you're having a wonderful weekend and wishing you a heart filled Valentines Day!
xo Lisa

Summer is a Verb said...

Fondue dinner parties are theee most fun! XXOO