How to Celebrate National Chocolate Fondue Day
National Chocolate Fondue Day is a full day of devotion! 24 hours of a guilty pleasure for all the chocoholics out there.
There is no guilt to be had for those who are merely celebrating a holiday (as if true chocolate lovers even actually need an excuse!)! But this is what people tell themselves during the winter holidays, so why not now?
Many fun and simple ways can be found to enjoy this delicious day. Whether a dedicated chocoholic or simply a person who delights in celebrating, here are some ideas to get things started for National Chocolate Fondue Day:
Enjoy Chocolate Fondue at a Restaurant
The only real way to celebrate National Chocolate Fondue Day is to indulge by dipping all sorts of things into pots filled with melted chocolate.
As mentioned before this can be done at any of the fine restaurants in your area that take their fondue seriously.
Today, there are now nice restaurants throughout the world that are making a name for themselves with fondue. For those who have one in their own cities or towns, it is highly recommended to make time to stop in on this day to honor National Chocolate Fondue Day.
Some restaurants are dedicated completely to fondue, while other dessert cafes and chocolate shops may have special deals they offer, such as Fondue for Two or Fondue for Four.
Usually, these will be served with a pot of chocolate in the middle of the table, kept warm over a small burner, and a display of a variety of items for dipping that can be shared among the table.
Make Chocolate Fondue At Home
For those who feel adventurous, or just want to stay comfortable, chocolate fondue can certainly be attempted at home. Those who are going to try their hand at the fondue fun will need to make a list of things that they will need to get.
Of course, it’s easiest if a fondue pot is available. There was a time when most couples would get at least one of these in their stack of wedding presents. And now it is a good thing that the fondue pot is making a comeback!
Once the pot is secured, it is fun to decide exactly what the sauce will be like. Of course, today that is fairly easy since it is National Chocolate Fondue Day so, of course, it will be necessary to start with some good quality bittersweet or semisweet chocolate as well as some heavy cream.
For a traditional flare, try adding some kirsch or another brandy for flavor. Or keep it simple and forego the alcohol.
Now, when it comes to deciding on what to dip into the chocolate, it’s best to simply let the imagination run wild! Some great ideas are to get fruit, bread, salty snacks (like pretzels), or even something sweeter like marshmallows to plunge into that sinful sauce!
Arrange them on a wooden cutting board for a delightful little display. Grab a bunch of friends, family or coworkers and get to celebrating National Chocolate Fondue Day!
Host a Chocolate Fondue Party at Work
For those whose workplaces could use a bit of relaxation and fun, consider setting up a chocolate fondue station in the office breakroom.
Assign various people different items to bring, including bite-sized pieces of bananas, strawberries, pound cake, graham crackers, angel food cake, rice crispy treats, and so much more. And don’t forget the toothpicks to keep things sanitary!
Once the chocolate is warm, it’s time for everyone in the office to take a little chocolate fondue break and enjoy dipping. This should help as an afternoon pick me up to keep everyone happy on an otherwise boring day filled with work!