588404 Fri Jan 16 10:45:49 -0800 2009 14 12 Boston Area 0 4332259 Hi chowhounds, I am interested in finding materials to make Raclette. I haven't had this in years and have a craving. Also, with the weather so cold I thought it would make for a cozy dinner party food. I would like to find Raclette cheese and potentially a Raclette Grill. Does anyone out there know where I can find these things in the Boston metro area? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!! Fri Jan 16 10:45:49 -0800 2009 257744 Aphancock 1 4332298 I love Raclette too! I'm not exactly sure where you can find the grill, maybe Sur La Table at the Chestnut Hill Mall or something. In terms of ingredients, I would head to Formaggio Kitchen. They have the cheeses, meats, and cornichons (on the side) to make the perfect Raclette party. I know I have also bought Raclette cheese at Whole Foods Fresh Pond. Hope this helps. Leah Klein Boston Family Foodie Fri Jan 16 10:54:28 -0800 2009 4332259 146415 leahms 1 4332300 Whole Foods and Formaggio both usually have raclette cheese of good quality. Try Kitchen Arts on Newbury St. for the grill. Enjoy Fri Jan 16 10:54:56 -0800 2009 4332259 13687 Gabatta 1 4332495 You can occasionally get good raclette cheese at Harry's cheese shop in Haymarket. As with all the cheese there, you should sample before you buy. It's also considerably cheaper than most other places. Fri Jan 16 11:42:55 -0800 2009 4332259 23376 nsenada 1 4332553 The owners of Karl's Sausage Kitchen in Saugus have a large raclette grill they will rent out for parties. Highly recommend calling them to inquire. Fri Jan 16 11:57:59 -0800 2009 4332259 10232 yumyum 1 4332574 This may be raclette heresy, but briefly microwaving a good cheese, and serving it with boiled potatos and cornichon, is an excellent quick fix. Fri Jan 16 12:03:54 -0800 2009 4332259 51746 chowfamily 2 4332610 That might work in a pinch but ya never get that thin crusty golden brown layer on top that is oh so good. Fri Jan 16 12:14:56 -0800 2009 4332574 41659 Wursthof 3 4333174 Totally agree - I dream about the half wheel of cheese, unlimited servings scraped off from the heated inside... Fri Jan 16 15:21:38 -0800 2009 4332610 51746 chowfamily 1 4332665 I bought a raclette grill at Duck Soup, a kitchen store in Sudbury. It is right on Route 20 (Boston Post Rd.). This was two years ago, so I would call first. Fri Jan 16 12:27:37 -0800 2009 4332259 10917 Kat 2 4342990 ......and here's the link for that and I couldn't resist also adding their website it's; http://www.quackquackquack.com Harp Tue Jan 20 18:16:40 -0800 2009 4332665 45436 Harp00n 1 4332894 Great idea on a cold winter night! Karls Sausage Kitchen has raclette grills for sale and rent. They also carry raclette cheese and several of the other things to make for a simple cozy meal. While you are there check out the Glogg- they have it in a bottle- simple heat, add wine and enjoy! Fri Jan 16 13:30:11 -0800 2009 4332259 257815 agokey 2 4332979 Renting the grill does seem like a good idea. There is one for sale at Williams Sonoma but it is $139! Seems steep for an item that is not very versatile. http://www.williams-sonoma.com/srch/index.cfm?words=raclette Fri Jan 16 13:59:29 -0800 2009 4332894 162278 heypielady 1 4332997 They are carrying raclette grills at William Sonoma now; perhaps soon you'll be able to find one in the back aisles of Marshall's. Last time I did raclette we moved beyond the raclette cheese (which I picked up at TJ's) and embraced fontina, emmental, and gruyere. I also encourage moving beyond meat and potatoes. Tomatoes are lovely, bread is a must, and the broccoli was surprisingly popular. Enjoy! Fri Jan 16 14:04:59 -0800 2009 4332259 86611 GilbyEast 2 4333028 The raclette grill that is at William Sonoma is being sold on ebay for $114 including shipping. Fri Jan 16 14:19:42 -0800 2009 4332997 66655 catsmeow 1 4342299 I bought a raclette grill on Amazon (the Hamilton is $80) and my French friends have told me it's perfectly good. Tue Jan 20 13:58:50 -0800 2009 4332259 256788 french cheese