I saw it among the many fondu pots at Manor, the department store. It was the "caquelon" I liked best. I wanted one with cows and a herdsman, but it was expensive, like most things in Switzerland. I hemmed and hawed. I could pay less and get a plain one. But I plan on using this pot a few times a month for a long time, I reasoned. It would be fun to use with guests. It is Swissy, and since although I am an American and new to Switzerland, I adore anything Swissy, anything with a Swiss flag or Swiss imagery of any kind. I almost have a sort of Swiss patriotism. I "buy Swiss."
I discussed it with my little boy.
"You should get it, Mom. I'll help pay for it. I'll pay 5 francs." How could I refuse that sweet offer? Of course I said yes!
We bought it and then went straight down to the fabulous Manor food hall to buy a baguette and some cheese. We were able to get a bag of delicious fondu cheese, a mixture of vacherin and gruyere, already grated. Did you know that some Swiss have a fondu room in the basement? Some gardens have a little fondu building in them.
It is customary to have hot tea or white wine with your fondu.....
and to kiss everyone at the table if you drop a piece of bread in the cheese.
Mmmmm. Delicious school night dinner in Switzerland.
10 comments:
Well now, my mouth is watering and I really want to make some fondue! It's been a long time. We went to a restaurant a few years back called The Melting Pot..your whole meal is done with a fondue pot. The pot you bought is beautiful...that is so sweet that your son said he would help pay for it...how adorable!
Giving a kiss to everyone at the table is much nicer than in the comic Asterix and Obelix and the Suisse, where you get dunked if you loose a piece of bread :-)
Love you fondue pot!
Wonderful Beth, I still have my fondue pot from 30 years ago, it does not come out often, but having one like this it who come out more, cheers Marie
I wanted to get a fondu pot forever. What a great way to spend and evening.
Dear Beth - this post has reminded me of happy fondue memories spent in Switzerland. I have a fondue set in the cupboard, I must get it out again and renew my acquaintance with it.
What a beautiful fondu pot!! And a lovely, cozy fall dinner, I am sure. I love it!
what a sweet boy to help you buy your coveted pot - and i can see why. i love swissy things too! : ) oh and how i love fondue!
Thank you everyone! I wish I could have you all over for fondu....especially you, Cammie!
I think a plain fondue set you could buy any where but that is so Swiss.
You made the right choice Beth.
A good fondue pot will last forever, and your boy will have such fond memories of sharing fondue over it (I am a HUGE fan of the whole 'shared meal' thing).
Sadly my two kids loathe fondue!! And they were born in Switzerland too, so be thankful for your cheese loving boy.
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