Fountain Facts &
Frequently asked Questions
As we all know, everyone wants a Chocolate Fountain at their event.  Thus,
everyone feels like they can buy a fountain & go into business.  Please know
that it is takes much more than that.  You have to be knowledgeable &
experienced to provide a quality product & service.  We stand behind our
products & services 100%!  We encourage you to shop around.  We are
confident that you will come back to us.  Food of the Gods has the largest
fountain at the most affordable cost.  We care about our customers & their
events.  We promise that your guest will LOVE us!
What size is your fountain & why is it different from the others?
Our largest fountain is 5 tiers & towers to a height of 44inches.  The fountains
we provide are the largest ones manufactured to date.  There are very few, if any
fountains the size of ours- and we guarantee that if there are they are not priced as
well as ours.  Some places advertise small, medium & large.  This means that their
fountains more than likely range from 19" to 35" in height.  Asking is always your best
bet.


What kind of chocolate do you use?
We use only the finest Belgian chocolates in our fountains (Milk, Dark, F.O.G.
Special Blend Or White).  This means there are no oils added to our chocolate that
will take away from the rich, decadent, silky look, flavor or aroma!  


How do you melt your chocolate?
At Food of the Gods we believe in doing things the right way.  We arrive 90 minutes
before your event starts to slow melt our chocolate
in the fountain itself.  This
means that you are not losing any of your chocolate by transferring it from bowl to
basin.   Other places melt theirs in the microwave or a crock pot or even on the
stove.  All of  which can lead to a burnt or scorched taste to the chocolate.


Do you provide dipping items or do we?
We provide the most delectable dipping items in the area.  Our specialty dippers
are homemade the day of your event & they are GREAT.  But please know that
you
are more than welcome to provide
them yourself or have your caterer bring
them.  You may obtain a complete list of our dipping items along with prices once you
have reserved a fountain.  Please take a look at our dipping items page on this
website to see just a few of our items.


How many guests does the fountain serve?
That is a good question.  And really, it varies.  You know your guests better than we
do, therefore it may be easier for you to determine that.  As a rule, the 20 pounds of
chocolate that is included in your rental will feed
175 to 225 guests.  However, we
have had events of 150 people where we ran out of chocolate & events with 400
people where we have just enough.  It varies a great deal.


What can be dipped in the Chocolate Fountain?
The beauty of the Chocolate Fountain is that you can dip ANYTHING in it.  All we ask
is that you get your list of dipping items approved at least one week before your
event (preferably sooner).  See our "dipping items" page on this website.


What are the set up requirements?
We must be able to arrive 90 minutes prior to your event.  The only other
requirements are a
sturdy table & electricity.


What do I have to provide?
Another perk to choosing Food of the Gods is that you don't have to provide
anything..........that's right
NOTHING!  We are a full service company.  We give you
the choice of providing everything yourself (dipping items, linens, serving trays,
decorations, napkins, plates, etc) or we will be more than happy to take care of all of
that for you!  If you would like, when you rent our fountain you do nothing- we take
care of it all.


Do we have to clean up?
Once again, you do nothing!  We deliver, set up, maintain, clean up, tear down &
remove the fountain(s) for you.   We also build your dipping items into a beautiful
display regardless of who provides them.  What more could you ask for?


When should we run the fountain?
It is your decision as to when the fountain will run.  We highly recommend that the
fountain begin running when your event starts.
 From prior experience we feel
that your event will run more smoothly if you begin when your guest start to arrive.  
Not only does this allow your guests the beautiful view & aroma of cascading
chocolate when they enter, but it will also preserve the formality of your event.  We
do not want to haul our equipment through your event while your guests are
arriving.  It tends to be disruptive & very unprofessional.  We try to avoid this at all
costs.  Again, we suggest that if your event begins at 6:30pm that the fountain run
from 6:30pm to 9:30pm.  If you would like for it to run longer we would be happy to do
so for an additional fee.  If you have ANY questions about this please call or e-mail
us.  
We will work with you to make the best choice of running time for your
event
.


Are there specific events that the fountain are best for?
NO WAY!  Our fountains are great for any occasion or event.
  • WEDDINGS
  • BRIDAL OR BABY SHOWERS
  • BIRTHDAY PARTIES
  • ANNIVERSARIES
  • CHRISTMAS PARTIES
  • BANQUETS OR BUSINESS MEETINGS
  • RETIREMENT PARTIES
  • REUNIONS
  • GRAND OPENINGS
  • PROM
  • GRADUATION
  • LUAUS
  • ENGAGEMENT PARTIES
  • REHEARSAL DINNERS
  • TRADE SHOWS
  • BUFFET SERVICES
  • SUPERBOWL PARTIES
  • CORPORATE EVENTS
  • ......need we go on?!?!?


What is included in my rental?
  • 20 pounds of pure silky Belgian Chocolate
  • Skewers
  • Set up
  • 2-3 hours of running time (depending on what you choose)
  • An experienced attendant to maintain the fountain during its running time
  • Tear down, clean up & removal
  • A beautiful dipping item display (regardless of who provides the items)
  • People who care about you & your guests


What do you require to rent a fountain?
  • A reservation
  • A signed contract that is filled out & returned to us within 7 days of reservation
  • That you read & understand your contract so that there are no mistakes or
    misunderstandings- please ask questions, we welcome them.
  • A non-refundable deposit (which goes toward your balance due)
  • The balance be paid 30 days prior to your event
The very last "fact" we have for you is this:
EVERYONE HAS FUN WITH OUR FOUNTAINS!!
Do you need more proof than this?!?!
WE ACCEPT
PAY PAL