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Chocolate Fountain Hire Melbourne - A Fantastic Centerpiece
There are many chocolate fountains Melbourne to be had. It is possible to rent a chocolate fountain or to buy one. However I would only recommend purchasing one if you are going to regularly use it. Chocolate fountains are used to serve fondue. A general form of a chocolate fountain is a stepped cone that can stand anywhere between 2 to 4 four feet tall. The crown will be at the top and stacked tiers go down to the chocolate pool at the bottom.
In order to keep the chocolate liquid there is a heater at the bottom so the flow of chocolate is constant. A pump or corkscrew auger then pulls the chocolate through a central cylinder where it then cascades down the sides of the fountain like a waterfall. All manner of food can be dipped into the chocolate though some favorites are marshmallows and strawberries.
Most catering companies will provide with a commercial chocolate fountain though there are also home or personal use chocolate fountains available. Commercial chocolate fountains tend to be taller and are designed specifically for commercial use. They fountain is made of food grade steel and tends to be much more durable then home chocolate fountains. A commercial chocolate fountain can hold up to 35 pounds of chocolate.
Home chocolate fountains tend to reach a maximum of 19 inches in height and are made of plastic. It is possible to find some that are constructed of stainless steel and all are dishwasher safe. Home chocolate fountains hold much less chocolate, bout 6 pounds of chocolate or less.
There is specific chocolate that needs to be used in chocolate fountains to ensure that the flow is constant. Couverture chocolate is used as this has the highest cocoa butter content. If your chocolate has low cocoa butter then you will need to use an additive to decrease viscosity, vegetable oil will do the trick. Most chocolate fountains do not have enough power to melt the chocolate just keep it melted when it is placed in the fountain. Most chocolate is melted elsewhere and then poured into the fountain. If you are on a tight budget then chocolate syrup will also work well in a chocolate fountain.
Chocolate fountains are fixtures for many functions including galas, catered parties, weddings, birthday parties and family gatherings. Chocolate fountains can also be used for other types of fondue including maple syrup, cheese, caramel, BBQ sauce and ranch dressing. You can even add food coloring to white chocolate for a special holiday event. Have a red and green chocolate fountain for Christmas.
Hiring a chocolate fountain can be very easy and you will have several options to choose from. There are small fountains, medium fountain and large fountains all available. Most caterers will give you a choice of chocolate including milk chocolate, dark chocolate or white Belgian chocolate. They also will provide skewers and napkins. Some catering companies may even include one type of dipping food but additional dipping food may have a per head cost, such as $3 per person for fresh fruit and strawberries.
If you have a particularly large event and are hiring a large chocolate fountain then some companies may require a chocolate fountain operator. You can also order extra chocolate and have the option of picking the fountain up yourself or having the company deliver it, set it up and when the event is over, come pick it up.
Chocolate fountains are also crowd pleasers and will be sure to turn your guests heads. They a re great conversation pieces and provide entertainment. Some chocolate caterers will even be able to offer you sugar free options, low carb chocolate, organic chocolate and gluten free chocolate. If you hire a chocolate fountain from a chocolate catering company then they may even have homemade chocolate available.
Small chocolate fountains tend to be the perfect size for small parties and functions. Medium sized chocolate fountains are used for corporate functions, large private parties and fundraising events that have between 40 to 100 guests. The largest chocolate fountains will be used for conventions, weddings, large corporate functions and other events that have between 100 to 200 guests.
Some companies that perform chocolate fountain catering or rent chocolate fountains in Melbourne and the surrounding area include the Australian Chocolate Fountain Co., Liquid Chocolate, Chocolate Movement, Cocktail King, Loretta's Chocolate Fountain, and Chocoliscious Fountains. Other catering companies may also have a chocolate fountain for use, as they are popular at weddings and other large events.
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