Everything you need to know about chocolate fountains (before hiring one)

So you’re planning a kick-ass party, corporate event or charity fundraiser? And you’ve decided that you want to make an unforgettable impression on your guests? Which means you need to do something extra special. Naturally, you’ve decided pizza’s just not going to cut it this time, so why not hire a chocolate fountain (from us)? There are hundreds of reasons why the chocolate fountain is the perfect fun party food, but instead of listing those, here’s a quick all-you-need-to-know about the superhero of party indulgence.

What is a chocolate fountain?

Imagine the most delicious Callebaut Belgian Chocolate cascading its way down several tiers in a smooth, decadent waterfall. It doesn’t just look amazing, but once you dip your favourite fresh fruit, confectionery or baked goods into the flow, you simply won’t want to stop. Not only is it a mouth-watering sensory delight – it’s the focal point of your party or event, and everyone’s going to want to try.

Why can’t I just serve pizza?

We’re offering you a fountain of chocolate and you want pizza? There really is no pleasing some people! Seriously, you could serve pizza, but you want your guests to feel special, right? Once you’ve had the chocolate fountain experience, you’ll never order party pizza again. Guaranteed.

How do I choose a fountain?

Here at La Fontaine De Chocolat we offer three beautiful fountains for hire, with a choice of dark, milk or white luxury Belgian chocolate. Or if you really want to grab your guests’ attention, a combination of all of them! Clients often comment that our fountains really get their guests attention, and become a talking point for their event. Guests just love to shoot the breeze while enjoying their fill of delicious treats dipped in the smoothest, richest Belgian melted chocolate.

What else do I get?

You mean you want more? Ok, that’s fine. Because you’re in luck. You get much more when you hire from us. In addition to a smart, uniformed and throroughly pleasant fountain attendant, you also get a choice of 8 scrumptious dipping treats, with all your skewers and napkins included (No fingers in the fountain please!). From fresh fruit to quality confectionery to decadent baked goods, there’s something for everyone. Not to mention enough chocolate to wave a heavily-laden skewer of treats at – literally. We’ll also set up and take down the fountain, and supply a fine china display with atmospheric LED lighting. Don’t say we never spoil you!

How does it work?

It’s so simple, your grandmother could understand it. Our elegant and eye-catching machines keep the chocolate at the optimum temperature for dipping and cascading over our stylish Sephra-manufactured stainless steel fountains. Only the best for our clients! What you may find more interesting however, is that the chocolate fountain is also a scientific curiosity… Look at the way the chocolate falls down over the tiers – not in straight curtains as you’d expect, but tapered, creating that iconic profile we all recognise. Like lava (from volcanoes), melted chocolate is what’s called a non-newtonian liquid. That means it flows in strange and unpredictable ways. After much watching (and yes, much eating) scientists finally concluded that the physics of melted chocolate followed the same principles as water bells.

Learn all about it and try it for yourself here https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/speaking-of-science/wp/2015/11/24/someone-finally-looked-into-the-physics-of-chocolate-fountains/

Officially more fun than pizza, and guaranteed to get you more RSVPs than a paddling pool full of puppies, the chocolate fountain is the surprise star of your next event. Get in touch when you’re ready to book.