by: Gerry Lewis

The number of chocolate fountains should not exceed the amount needed to feed your party guests' hunger for dessert. The selection of a chocolate fountain is always a beautiful attraction for the crowd at even the most sophisticated parties. A chocolate fountain may not be good to own; the best idea may be to rent one, because more than likely you will only use it for really big events that may not happen often. A chocolate fountain can be bought by anyone, however in order to find a moderately priced one it is best to shop around. When it comes to interesting party centerpieces, a chocolate fountain can leave many a guest breathless with anticipation to try it. The building of a chocolate fountain can almost be as fun as tasting the end result of your project.

Chocolate fountains are not capable of melting chocolate directly in the base, therefore you have to melt the chocolate in the microwave before you put it in the fountain. The selection of the foods to dip in the chocolate fountain is also an important part of making the dessert a hit at your social gathering. The selection of several chocolates can be presented in more than one fountain which allows the guest to pick their favorite. The grocery supplies for your chocolate fountain need to be simple to get and not too expensive either, even if you buy the name brand items. When it comes spectacular desserts, you don't get much better than a chocolate fountain for your next party.

The building of chocolate fountains may be a piece of art depending on the styling and size of the fountain. The number of people attending your event will dictate how much of a chocolate fountain your party will need. Chocolate is pumped up the inside of the fountains and flows constantly over the tiers, creating a nice chocolate stream for everyone to enjoy. The number of chocolate bars used to make one chocolate fountain depends on how many guests will be served by the party. When it comes to having a chocolate fountain, it's like a molten sea of chocolate bubbling up like lava from a volcano and spilling down the side.

When it comes to outdoor chocolate fountain rentals, the best answer would be to browse online or ask a person who has done used someone local before. The place most chocolate lovers want to go would include a chocolate fountain that was big enough for them to step into. Chocolate fountains are now the greatest thrill at all big events, it does not matter if it is an anniversary or a big office party everyone will be searching for the chocolate fountain.

by: John Griffin

A chocolate fountain is essentially an apparatus made from stainless steel that serves molten chocolate fondue. A motor at the base of the fountain is used for heating the prepared chocolate morsels that are placed in a heating tray. A central corkscrew pushes the molten chocolate up through a column. Upon reaching the top of the fountain, which may be 2-4 feet in height and have multiple tiers, the chocolate flows down. The chocolate flows into one tray and spills on to the next till it reaches the bottom tier. After the chocolate cascade reaches the base of the fountain, the whole process is repeated again. The first melting of the chocolate can also be carried out in a microwave or a double boiler. The fountain is placed on a base that is sturdy enough to hold around 40 kilograms of weight and is close to a power socket.

Chocolate high in cocoa butter, such as couverture chocolate, is ideal for use in fountains. The chocolate can be either milk or dark. Chocolate low in cocoa butter must be supplemented with vegetable oil; however, this hampers the smoothness and taste of the chocolate.

Chocolate fountains are available as home and commercial versions that can be used for a variety of occasions such as parties, film premieres, bar mitzvahs, and product launches. A home fountain is ideal for a gathering of around 25 people.

Chocolate fountains are available for rent from catering companies and party supply stores. These also provide an attendant who ensures that the fountain works properly, the chocolate cascades smoothly, and there is no abuse of the fountain at the hands of eager children. Tidbits such as fruit pieces, cheesecakes, marshmallows, etc are kept around the fountain. These can be skewered on to toothpicks and dipped in the fountain. Generally, anything that is not liable to crumbling will be fine for dipping in a chocolate fountain.

Chocolate fountains can be rented at an hourly rate that includes the charges for the attendant’s services and the cost of the chocolate used. Usually, chocolate fountains are operated for no more than two hours during a party; normally they are functioning when appetizers and desserts are served. They can also be an additional item in a buffet. Installing a chocolate fountain in the outdoors is not recommended as insects get drawn by the aroma of chocolate and breeze may disrupt the flow.