How to Buy a Chocolate Fountain

By purchasing a chocolate fountain, you are sure to turn any event into a huge chocolaty hit. In the past, chocolate fountains were only seen at wedding receptions and large catered events. Today, owning a chocolate fountain is affordable and convenient for home parties.

Instructions

1. List the criteria your chocolate fountain needs to fulfill. Ask yourself what is the event you are hosting and how many people are planning to attend? Do you want one that is easy to clean? Should it be able to cascade other condiments such as cheese and sauces?

2. Visit a cooking supply store and ask about popular brands of fountains designed for the home party planner. Inquire about the different noise volumes, amount of chocolate each one can hold, different temperature settings and whether the fountain's feet can be adjusted for leveling.

3. Get a list of prices and research models on the Internet. Compare the prices and benefits of purchasing online to getting a fountain locally. Sites such as sweetfountains.com and chocolatefountainsales.com provide a variety of different chocolate fountains to fit your needs. While it is nice to be able to speak to a chocolate fountain professional face to face, you may find better prices on the web.

4. Purchase chocolate fountain from desired buyer.

5. Unwrap fountain and clean according to manufacturer's directions. Give your fountain a test run before any event to be sure it is in functioning order.

Tips & Warnings

• Choose a fountain that can cascade a variety of condiments to give yourself party menu options.

• Clean fountain immediately after use to prevent damage. Always check a chocolate fountain's warranty before purchasing.

References

• Buying a Chocolate Fountain

Resources

• Source for Purchasing Chocolate Fountains
• More Chocolate Fountains