FAQ

How can a get my cheese to not curdle when making fondue?
Adding alcohol will keep the temperature down to avoid curdling, but be careful not to let it boil.

Sometimes my fondue turns out too thin. What should I do?
If your fondue is too thin, turn up the heat and add a little cornflour dissolved in wine or kirsch, and stir.

What kinds of things can be used for dunking in fondue?
What's more, you don't have to stick to white bread for dunking. Try buttered toast, blanched vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, baby sweetcorn, celery sticks or spring onions) or tomato wedges and mushrooms. If you're really adventurous, you could even try dipping apple, pear or pineapple slices.

What is best to drink with fondue?
Real hard-core fondue eaters do the "coup du milieu". This means having an extra wine glass by your plate, containing kirsch. Before dipping your cubes of bread into the cheese, dip them first into the kirsch. It aids digestion and is excellent for the skin.

What is the best fondue?
It’s really up to you. There are many fondue recipes and just finding the one that best suits your tastes.