Raclette
Melt, Scrape, Repeat.
If you've never experienced Raclette, you're in for a treat. This centuries-old Alpine tradition is built around a beautifully simple idea: melt a generous portion of cheese until it's bubbling and golden, then scrape it over potatoes, charcuterie, vegetables, and whatever else looks delicious.
Part meal, part ritual, Raclette is wonderfully interactive and made for sharing. Keep things casual
with a tabletop grill, where everyone can melt their own cheese and build their perfect plate.
Or, for something a bit more theatrical, rent one of our traditional Raclette machines, designed to melt a quarter or half wheel at a time so you can scrape generous ribbons of bubbling cheese right onto
your guests' plates. Either way, it's an easy, memorable way to entertain, with less time in the kitchen and more time around the table.
At Surdyk's Cheese Shop, we have everything you need to bring this Alpine experience home, from traditional Raclette cheeses and delicious accompaniments to tabletop grills and rental equipment.
The right cheese makes all the difference. Our selection includes traditional French
and Swiss-style Raclette, along with other exceptional melting cheeses to explore.
Livradois Raclette du Haut
Auvergne, France
Raw Cow's Milk | Microbial Rennet
Mild to medium intensity with nutty, buttery, and garlicky notes.
Whole wheel approx. 15 lb.
LeSuperbe Tradition
Pasteurized Cow's Milk | Animal Rennet
Mild to medium intensity with slightly nutty, buttery, character and a gentle lactic sweetness.
Whole wheel approx. 13 lb.
Cheese Buyer Sam's Suggestion:
Morbier de Scey PDO
Franche-Comté, France
Raw Cow's Milk | Animal Rennet
Morbier can stand in beautifully for traditional Raclette. Medium intensity with fruity, gently savory, and slightly earthy flavors. Morbier is recognizable for its striking layer of vegetable ash that separates morning and evening milk. This is a seasonal specialty available starting November 2026.
Whole wheel approx. 15 lb.
Raclette is all about the accompaniments.
Start with warm potatoes and plenty of melted cheese, then add a generous assortment of cured meats, pickles, bread, and vegetables. The beauty of Raclette is that everyone can make it their own.
Selection and availability are subject to change. Ask your Cheesemonger for their favorites!
Raclette Equipment: Two Ways to Melt
Whether you're planning a cozy dinner for two or a party with friends, there's a Raclette setup for
every occasion. The difference comes down to how much of a show you want to put on!
Tabletop Raclette Grills
An Interactive, Make-Your-Own Experience
Tabletop Raclette grills let everyone get in on the fun. Each guest places a slice of Raclette cheese into a small individual pan, which sits above or below a heating element until the cheese is bubbling and melted. Simply slide the cheese onto your plate of potatoes, meats, or vegetables and enjoy! Many grills also feature a cooking surface on top, perfect for warming vegetables, grilling meats, or crisping potatoes while the cheese melts below. They're easy to use, fun for groups, and ideal for a relaxed evening where everyone can build their own perfect plate. Small, tealight powered Raclette Grills won't set you back much, and are a great way to try out Raclette.
Tabletop Raclette Grills available to purchase at Surdyk's Cheese Shop:
Swissmar Geneva 4-Person Cast Aluminum Raclette Party Grill
Swissmar Black Anthracite Raclette Party Grill with Reversible Cast Iron Grill Plate (pictured above)
Swissmar Portable Raclette & Fondue Set | Candlelight
Swissmar Nordic Portable Foldable Candlelight Raclette Grill
Traditional Raclette Machines
The Full Alpine Experience
For maximum effect, go big! Traditional Raclette machines hold a quarter or half wheel of cheese beneath a heating element, melting the exposed surface until it's golden, bubbling, and irresistible.
Once the cheese is perfectly melted, tilt or move the wheel away from the heat and use a knife to scrape a generous layer of molten cheese directly onto a waiting plate. Return the wheel to the heat and repeat.
It's a wonderfully theatrical way to serve Raclette, especially for larger gatherings. One person can tend the machine while guests line up with plates of warm potatoes, charcuterie, and other accompaniments.
Rent a Traditional Raclette Machine from Surdyk's Cheese Shop!
We are also happy to advise and help you set up an order for your cheese and accompaniments so everything is ready to go when you pick up from the shop.