Chocolate fountain..Yes or No???

Original post by ladybug78

Mar 13, 2005 08:49 PM

I need opinions on having a chocolate fountain...Do you think its worth the extra money?

junebride! Posted: Mar 14, 2005 12:16 AM

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I don't undersatand about the fountain...is there jsut one and all guests line up around it isn't that really crowded? is it part of the viennese hor...which we're not having...jsut wedding cake and cookies/pastries on table...how does the fountain work...people line up table by table? please let me know becasue everyone seems so enthusistic it seems like something i might like to think about and discuss with FH...thanks!

akaMrsT Posted: Mar 14, 2005 12:26 AM

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I vote yes. It's the new 'in' thing which is why it's $750 - $1,000 to add it for vienesse hour.

I saw it at a bridal expo a few months ago (Marriott) and also at the Riviera expo on March 10 (last week).

There was a long line for it at the marriott expo but at the Riviera show there was no line. There are trays of fruit, marshmellows, rice krispy treats, etc. and skewers to spear the fruit etc and put it in the fountain. The guests grab a plate and put the chocolate covered items on it and walk away - just like other cocktail items I presume. I do think there will be an initial line for those who have never seen it.

This is a pic from the Riviera expo

Butterflybride Posted: Mar 14, 2005 01:19 AM

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If we could afford to have it, we definately would. They're very yummy and it's so nice when that smell of chocolate fills the room

marymoon Posted: Mar 14, 2005 01:48 AM

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I really like it. It has a line, but it moves pretty quickly, and it's new and different so people are really into it. If I can afford it, or I can get my hall to throw it in or something, I'm going to have it..if not, then I'm not that worried. I have a viennese already

ChrissynRicky Posted: Mar 14, 2005 02:15 AM

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I am a chocolate addict, but I'm going to have to say NO to the fountain. It's rather expensive - i got quoted for 650 at fox hollow, and they told me that it's fantastic, but people honestly are very happy with what they get w/out the fountain....people won't even know it's missing! I'd rather take the 650 and put it towards my dress, flowers, honeymoon, etc...good luck!

Blu-ize Posted: Mar 14, 2005 08:44 AM

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I would, I only wish I had the option at my wedding.

dkwife Posted: Mar 14, 2005 08:50 AM

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YES.. it was awesome!

wood2be Posted: Mar 14, 2005 09:27 AM

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Posted by girlygrl33

Posted by FTRBRIDE

A lot of the brides on here have raved about it. I think it's a little yucky, but I'm pretty sure i'm in the minority on this one. That being said, it's a matter of personal taste.

How could you think its yucky?

I know my DH was afraid of double dippers

TEDNJENN Posted: Mar 14, 2005 09:56 AM

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YAAAA BABYY!!!!!!!

CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN!!!!!

OctBride05 Posted: Mar 14, 2005 10:06 AM

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YES, i tried it at the watermill and it is delicious. I am definetly getting it.

JimmysBride Posted: Mar 14, 2005 10:07 AM

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YES! It was to die for!!

danielleb Posted: Mar 14, 2005 10:10 AM

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Posted by FTRBRIDE

A lot of the brides on here have raved about it. I think it's a little yucky, but I'm pretty sure i'm in the minority on this one. That being said, it's a matter of personal taste.

I agree. I think they are very....yuck. But it's a matte of taste. Do what you want to do.

Mrs. dleeny Posted: Mar 14, 2005 11:01 AM

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Posted by ChristineAEid

I am a chocolate addict, but I'm going to have to say NO to the fountain. It's rather expensive - i got quoted for 650 at fox hollow, and they told me that it's fantastic, but people honestly are very happy with what they get w/out the fountain....people won't even know it's missing! I'd rather take the 650 and put it towards my dress, flowers, honeymoon, etc...good luck!

I'm with you on that 100%! I got a quote of $750 from my place. That's WAY too much money!!

ladybug78 Posted: Mar 14, 2005 11:55 AM

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WOW girls!!! Such an overwhelmingly high response for YES!!! I think we are going to get it!!!

MrsNYPDsGirl Posted: Mar 14, 2005 12:46 PM

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YES! I am getting it! I recently added it, along with a cake from Audrey's bake shop!!!

David'sbride Posted: Mar 14, 2005 12:49 PM

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Posted by dleeny

Posted by ChristineAEid

I am a chocolate addict, but I'm going to have to say NO to the fountain. It's rather expensive - i got quoted for 650 at fox hollow, and they told me that it's fantastic, but people honestly are very happy with what they get w/out the fountain....people won't even know it's missing! I'd rather take the 650 and put it towards my dress, flowers, honeymoon, etc...good luck!

I'm with you on that 100%! I got a quote of $750 from my place. That's WAY too much money!!

That's an awful lot for me too considering my whole reception is WAY under 10K. My guests are already having cake and another dessert. How much can people eat? Most people are full after the cocktail hour. I'd rather put the money toward something else.