Fondue has long been associated with the 1960s or ’70s, when young Boomers with bell-bottomed jeans and shag haircuts made it a chic party theme.

National Cheese Fondue Day is Thursday, April 11, 2024! The holiday also falls on a Thursday, which Melting Pot has designated as ‘Thursdate’ with a romance-infused four-course menu.

Cheese fondue. PG tested. 1 garlic clove, halved. 12 ounces each of 3 cheeses, shredded. 1 teaspoon cornstarch. 1 cup dry white wine. 1 tablespoon brandy. Pinch of ground nutmeg.

Simply put the fondue in a decorative microwavable bowl, and serve it warm. When the fondue gets too cold, just rewarm it in the microwave. Set out a small bowl for the used skewers.

WHAT IT IS Though ingredients may vary, a cheese fondue typically consists of a liquid (such as wine, beer or cider), cheese and cornstarch or flour (to prevent curdling). This recipe, adapted ...