Le Creuset’s New Fondue Set Is the Cozy Hosting Upgrade I’d Gift This Holiday Season – It’s Made to Be the Centrepiece
It will make every night in feel like a special occasion
Is there anything cozier than sitting around a table with friends, sharing good food and even better stories during the holiday season? I certainly don’t think so.
That’s why I’m so excited about Le Creuset’s new Alpine Fondue Set, launched just in time for gifting season. This all-inclusive starter set comes with everything you need for a fondue night, including a fondue pot with a stand and base, fondue forks, and a grooved stainless steel collar.
Made from the same heritage enameled cast iron as their other best non-toxic cookware, it’s a beautiful piece designed to be enjoyed for years to come. Whether you’re buying it for your own table or gifting it to someone special, I can’t think of a more charming way to create new holiday traditions.
Made from enameled cast iron, the fondue pot delivers exceptional heat retention to keep cheese, chocolate, broths, and sauces warm, while the stand and base provide lasting stability and consistent warmth from the first dip to the last.
Whether you favor cheese recipes or decide on a sweet, chocolatey treat, the Alpine Fondue Set is designed to tackle both.
The pot itself is crafted from thick enameled cast iron, designed for even heating and fantastic heat retention, keeping the contents warm and delightfully gooey, perfect for dipping. It arrives ready to use with no seasoning, and from experience with their best Dutch ovens, I can testify to how easy the enameled interior is to clean after use, making this messy dish quicker to clear away after use.
The set comes with everything you need to get started, including individually colored fondue forks and a stainless steel collar with grooves for holding each in place between dips. When you're finished, each piece nests together neatly for compact storage, making it an option even for those of us with small kitchens.
When planning for hosting and gifting season, I can’t think of a better pick for adding a little extra interest to your table. With free shipping, it makes a wonderful gift for the comfort-foodie in your life, or a charming centerpiece for after-dinner drinks following Thanksgiving dinner or Christmas lunch.
It’s a timeless investment that turns even the simplest of gatherings into a special occasion, and one you’ll look forward to bringing out year after year.
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All prices were correct at the time of publication.
The enameled cast-iron set features an induction-compatible base that enables stovetop melting and heating. Once the contents are hot, place the pot on the base and move it to the table. The set also contains six stainless-steel forks with color-coded wooden handles for quick identification.
This tabletop-safe chocolate melting pot evenly heats up to 140 degrees Fahrenheit for melting. Once melted, turn it to warm and serve it up with your favorite dippings. It is a great, affordable option for occasional use.
Delicious s'mores are just a few steps away – no campfire required – thanks to an efficient roasting chimney with a grill top. The set also includes four roasting sticks and a ceramic tray for ingredients.
This extra-large serving platter board is ideal for displaying all of your dipping options for fondue, be it sweet or savory, so your guests can help themselves.
Small appetizer plates are ideal for catching drips when enjoying fondue. These stoneware plates are formed by hand, giving each a unique shape.
Fondue can be messy, but that is part of the fun. Keep washable napkins on hand for guests to remove sticky cheese or chocolate.
We have compiled a list of alternative chef-approved gifts for your foodie friends to consider before the holiday period.
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