Apparently fondue - that quintessential 70's classic - is back in a big way. Fondue pots are flying off the shelves, and those with enough foresight to never have gotten rid of theirs, are digging them out of attics, garages and forgotten closets.

I never quite understood why this classic style of cooking ever went out of favor - with the possible exception of over exposure. No matter, it's back, and just in time for the holidays -- for fondue is nothing if not perfect party food. It has endless variations from sweet to savory, entrees to appetizers, and because everyone dips their own, it's impossible not to talk, and interact with fellow party guests in a fun and relaxing matter. Fondue also makes the host/hostess's job easy - most prep can be done well in advance.

This is a nice little collection of 50 recipes that will undoubtedly take your party giving reputation up a notch or two. The collection spans sweet and savory. All the recipes are intriguing and appetizing, leaving behind the 70s retro food fiascos that probably were the cause of fondue's fall from favor in the first place. We predict these updated classics will win the test of time.

Chapters include:

Before You Dip - Fondue Primer and Party Planning Tips; Forever Fondue - Savory Classics; Pot of Gold - Fondue Goes Gourmet; Melted Makeovers - Favorite Foods as Fondue; How Sweet It Is - Sweet Fondue Finales; Made for Each Other - Homemade Dippers.