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What is a Thursdate?
Our Thursdate® special four-course menu will start with your choice of cheese fondue, followed by a fresh salad course. Your meal will finish with our most decadent dessert yet-Sparkling Chocolate Fondue. The perfect date comes down to the details.
How do fondue restaurants work?
Tables have flat-top burners for the fondue pots, and customers get a communal, interactive dining experience as they cook (and eat) their food right at the table. The chain of casual dining restaurants has over 125 locations across the United States and internationally.
How many melting pots are in Florida?
There are 17 Melting Pot locations in Florida and many in 35 other states.
What is fondue cooking?
Fondue (UK: /ˈfɒnd(j)uː/, US: /fɒnˈd(j)uː/, French: [fɔ̃dy]) is a Swiss melted cheese dish served in a communal pot (caquelon or fondue pot) over a portable stove (réchaud) heated with a candle or spirit lamp, and eaten by dipping bread into the cheese using long-stemmed forks.
What do you need for a fondue?
Each guest will need the following fondue utensils: A long fondue fork (skewer) that is typically provided when you purchase a fondue pot. A plate for the cooked foods and (if appropriate) a plate for uncooked foods. A regular dinner fork for eating cooked food. Napkins.
What can you dunk in cheese fondue?
What to Dip in Cheese Fondue Bread. Crusty bread is usually the #1 pick for cheese fondue because, well, it’s the best at soaking up all its cheesy goodness. Apples & Pears. Broccoli & Cauliflower. Bell Peppers. Roasted Potatoes. Meatballs. Roasted Brussels Sprouts. Filet Mignon.
Who owns Grill Smith?
Mark Johnston, owner and founder, opened the first Grillsmith in Clearwater in 2004.
What do you serve at a fondue party?
A fondue party centers around a pot of fondue, also known as melted cheese or chocolate. It is served with a variety of food items such as fresh fruits and vegetables.If you’re serving cheese fondue, pair with: Kolsch, Pilsner, or IPA beers. Riesling, Chenin Blanc, or Gruner Veltliner. Prosecco.
What meat is best for fondue?
The best meats for fondue are red meats, namely beef cuts like tenderloin and sirloin. However, pork, chicken, and even seafood are also great options.
What is chocolate fondue called?
This typical Swiss dessert called Fondue de Chocolat is now popular here in the US. Chocolate Fondue can be enjoyed at home in a pot or fondue set.
Do you Season meat before fondue?
Season the meat. Give each guest a fondue fork for dunking the meat in the hot oil. It should take 25-30 secs for rare, 30-35 secs for medium and 45-60 secs for well done.
What do you serve with meat fondue?
In this classic French dish, cubes of beef are cooked in sizzling oil, then dipped into a horseradish-spiked sour cream sauce or bottled barbecue sauce. (Be careful serving it to young children.) On the side, serve slices of French bread and a hot vegetable, such as steamed green beans or broccoli.
What side dishes go with meat fondue?
Accompaniments. A meal consisting of just beef is rather plain, and a casual meal like fondue is no exception. Serve each guest a few pieces of par-cooked potato or baby potatoes, blanched pearl onions, sweet pepper spears, mushrooms or other appropriate vegetables.
How do you pronounce Fondeaux?
There is nothing healthy about this fondeaux. {They pronounce it fondue.} But it was well seasoned and just the ticket to get me in the New Orleans state of mind.
What do you dip Camembert in?
You can serve camembert with any kind of toasted bread from baguette to pitta for dipping – cut the bread into small pieces or fingers to make this easier. Breadsticks are also good for dipping, as are cheese crackers and raw veg (the slightly healthier option).
What is Kirsch for fondue?
Kirsch is a type of cherry eau de vie/clear brandy and is there to add a more complex flavour to the fondue, but is not completely essential so could be replaced with extra white wine if it is difficult to find. Some people like to use an eau de vie called poire william in fondues.
What brands does Frontburner own?
Burger 21, the latest concept opened by Front Burner Brands, which also operates Melting Pot Restaurants and Grillsmith, started selling franchises a year ago and has moved confidently into the fast-casual burger market.
How do I check the balance on my GrillSmith gift card?
You can check GrillSmith gift card balance online on our website or call GrillSmith at 1-813-250-3850. You can also visit any GrillSmith store and inquire a cashier to check the balance for you.
What appetizers go with fondue?
Dippers for Cheese Fondue: Chunks of fresh bread. Fresh Vegetables: grape tomatoes (broccoli, cauliflower, mushrooms) Roasted Vegetables: cauliflower (potatoes, peppers, onions, mushrooms) Pickles. Charcuterie Meat.
Is fondue a meal?
Fondue is a lot of fun, but I must be clear: it’s not just a dinner–it’s an event. It takes time to shop for fondue, prep fondue, and slowly enjoy fondue. We often rock it out with a 3-course dinner: cheese fondue, broth fondue, and chocolate fondue.
What do you eat with oil fondue?
Your favorite store-bought sauce is a fine accompaniment to your fondue if you’re pressed for time or uncertain of your cooking chops. Steak sauce, hoisin, barbecue sauce, teriyaki and honey mustard are all readily available. Or, you can make your own with a few ingredients. Satay is a Thai sauce served with chicken.
