The very basics of fondue would require cheese and bread. Take the next step and add in some prawns, beef, and chicken for the meat eaters and tofu for the vegetarians and you have yourself the beginnings of a good fondue party. The hardest part about bringing all the basic elements together is setting up the party plates and the fondue pots so that people can be relaxed and comfortable during the party.

Start by bringing together a party atmosphere. With colourful party plates, party glasses, and all of your necessary fondue utensils gathered at one common area, you can then direct people toward the fondue area that would best suit them. It is important to keep the vegetarian pots separate from the meat pots, and even labelling them with free standing plaques will be beneficial. In fact, it is even appropriate to note on the fondue party invitations that you will be serving two distinct fondue styles at your party. This is relevant information that is beneficial and can be delivered politely in this way.

Your fondue party should remain as relaxed as possible. Many people find floor space works well for a fondue party so that everyone can go through the motions of cooking in the fondue pot without feeling like the table is getting overcrowded or that there are others waiting for their spot. Fondue parties are social events, and keeping in the tradition of socialization your party should reflect an atmosphere for social eating to be a big hit. Creative use of space can make this happen in a pleasant way for your party.

One of the most entertaining parts of a fondue party is that you get to choose dippers for your guests so they can get their treats or bread slices into the fondue pot. You may choose to use parasol picks if you decide to have a fondue Hawaiian party, or you may simply choose coloured plastic forks that fit your colour scheme. The choice is of course yours, but the dippers are a lot more fun if you provide guests with more than a tooth pick.

Finally, no fondue party is complete without wine or champagne to serve your guests. To minimize your cleanup and to making serving easier in the self-serve atmosphere of a fondue party you may consider going online and purchasing some plastic champagne flutes beforehand. You may even want to look for coloured neon plastic champagne flutes that match your decor and party supplies. Alternatively take glow bracelets and place over each glass for a dazzling glow to your drinks.