Chafing dish fuel is essential for caterers and people with portable buffets. If you regularly host parties or events, you’ve likely called on plenty of caterers in your time. However, you may also find that it’s easier to make the food yourself. Regardless of who serves the food, presentation and safety are essential. If you have purchased chafing dishes or want to do so, you must think about the type of chafing dish fuel you desire.
Most fuels use a wick or gel, which burns and keeps the food warm. Many people find that these can be dangerous, especially if you knock it over or don’t have it positioned appropriately.
How to Set up the Dish
Before you use the fuel, you must set up the dish appropriately. Make sure you put the base where you plan to use it so that it doesn’t have to be moved during service or while the fuel is lit. You should place the burner underneath the dish. If you choose an eco-friendly fuel, you are less likely to require a water pan filled with boiling water to keep the food piping hot.
Before setting the fuel into position, you should fill the burner with appropriate fuel and turn it on so that it starts emanating the fuel. You can then light it and adjust the ‘flame’ so that it can slide into position under the dish.
Many eco-friendly fuels do not produce a flame once the burner is lit. It might glow red to indicate that it is working or on, but you won’t see any flames. While it can seem a little strange at first, many professional caterers like this feature because it is much safer for the guests. You don’t have to worry about someone touching the flame on accident and getting burned.