Nothing beats a dinner party centered around a bubbling pot of delectable, melted goodness. The Essential Fondue Cookbook is your guide to a communal feast that unites different cultures and flavors, offering countless ways to indulge in a delicious life.

Start by learning all the important tips for throwing a fondue gathering--from how to pick the right fondue pot to how to select the dip that goes with your meal. Then dip into 75 recipes ranging from classic cheese dishes to savory desserts that will elevate any get-together from mundane to memorable.

Check out what else this fondue recipe book includes:

Fondues and don'ts--Discover why swirling your dipper in a figure eight is good and eating straight from your sharpened long-handled fondue fork is bad.

Beyond conventional--Get recipes for the classic chocolate and cheese dishes and explore lesser-known favorites and techniques like Fondue Bourguignonne.

Cheese wisely--Learn how to select the proper cheeses to ensure your meals taste like they were imported from a Swiss restaurant.

Treat yourself and your guests to the tasty flavors found in this essential fondue book.