Use an unglazed ceramic fondue pot to cook cheese

If you plan to mainly cook cheese, it is best to use an unglazed ceramic pot that allows the many flavors to soak into the ceramic over time. This flavor of different cheeses that gradually builds up in the pot is so crucial to the flavor that the pot should not be washed with soap or any other chemicals, but simply rinsed with hot water.

I recommend: Homestead Market offers a large selection of stoneware cheese fondue sets, and Klinq.com carries unique sets, such as one that includes a stoneware tray for easy cleanup.

Create fondue desserts using glazed ceramic fondue pots and supplies

The best pot for chocolate fondue is a glazed ceramic pot, and the desired way to cook it is to use a candle or butane heat source. A fondue pot selected specifically for chocolate should be smaller than a pot made for cheese or meat fondue, as a large pot will take much longer to heat up than is needed.

I recommend: Swissmar offers an affordable, simple ceramic dessert fondue set online, while Zaccardi's features a fun, unique strawberry-shaped pot.

Cook meat in a stainless steel fondue set or cast iron fondue pot

Most restaurant fondue pots are made of either cast iron or stainless steel because they allow you to cook meat thoroughly without burning it. In fact, most commercial fondue pots are made of either metal. This allows restaurants to cook a variety of fondue without the expense of buying a specialty pot for each type of food, although doing so is still recommended when possible.

I recommend: Kitchen Universe offers a stainless steel set that allows for the very high heat needed to cook meat, while Chef's Resource features a quality cast iron fondue set that can be used on the stove.