Copper and Concrete Raclette Melter

If you’ve never dipped into the melty, knee-weakening-ly good tradition that is warm raclette—well, buckle in and sit tight. This retro-style melter directs heat from that little ceramic cap right onto your quarter wheel of cheese. While it basks, hurry and grab your bread (or whatever’s edible nearby actually) and then get to scraping. That concrete base ensures the whole operation stays put and the copper twist looks pretty-as-a-picture sitting on your countertop, ready for your next raclette-inspired bash. This is one Swiss tradition is one we'd like to keep on the rotation.

Looking for something with a smaller profile (and all the same cheesy possibilities)? These single-serve raclette pans are just the thing for ensuring everyone gets dibs.

Ready to throw your own laid-back French-inspired dinner party? You'll need cornichons, potatoes, charcuterie, wine, and a record player (OK, that last part is optional). We've even got a handy guide right here to walk you through it—and can pretty much guarantee melted cheese is gonna be your new secret hosting trick.