As the cold weather washes over the Hudson Valley, warm meals and dishes are the perfect escape from winter. Whether you’re enjoying a romantic evening or a fun night with friends, fondue is the shareable dish to order for delicious and melty bites alongside a boozy beverage. Gather around the dining table at these Hudson Valley eateries for skewers of your favorite fruits, meats, vegetables, and bread bits coated in cheese.
Bimi’s Canteen
Chatham
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Bimi’s Cheese Shop has been an anchor in the charming village of Chatham since 2014. Nearly 10 years later, the owners decided to expand the cheese-centered store to offer customers a place to gather and share a meal or a cocktail at Bimi’s Canteen and Bar. The eclectic restaurant launched its fondue dishes last December to ring in the winter season, and the seasonal staple is back for 2025. Dig into a gooey pot of fondue with friends, accompanied by fresh vegetables, local charcuterie, and Berkshire Mountain sourdough bread.
Canterbury Brook Inn
Cornwall
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Cornwall’s fine Swiss continental restaurant, the Canterbury Brook Inn features a menu curated by Swiss-trained chef Hans Baumann. Traditional meals like Swiss Alpen rosti, classic wiener schnitzel, and raclette “Valaisanne” make for the perfect winter dishes, while the shareable Swiss cheese fondue is the ultimate pick. Opt for the appetizer or entrée-sized fondue and enjoy Gruyere and Emmenthaler cheese, white wine, and garlic all melted together in a pot and served with breads and apples, with the choice to add on steamed vegetables.
Last Chance Restaurant
Tannersville
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In the tiny town of Tannersville, Last Chance is a spot for antiques and café dining, with comfort food dishes like soups, wings, and mac and cheese. Come from nearby Hunter Mountain for warming fondue after skiing or snowboarding all day and experience a classic Swiss recipe accompanied by French bread and your choice of apples, charcuterie, or vegetables on the side. As a bonus, double down on your fondue festivities and order the chocolate fondue for dessert, complete with fresh fruit, marshmallows, and banana bread.
The Melting Pot
White Plains
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As its name suggests, this popular spot is all about cheese at multiple locations across the country. Head to White Plains to enjoy The Melting Pot experience, which includes interactive dining for you to create memorable moments with family and friends. Almost every item on the menu incorporates fondue, ranging from four-course dinners for two to three-course cheese and chocolate fondue pots. Along with your fondue, enjoy a salad, entrée, and sweet bites for dessert.
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