In short: the Artesa mini raclette, an individual set, is for people who want a raclette with no plug, for a tête-à-tête or a picnic, and for those looking for a small gift. What we take away: a 5-piece metal set with a non-stick raclette pan, a wooden spatula and two candles.
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At a glance
| Feature | Artesa individual mini raclette |
|---|---|
| Type | Individual mini candle-powered raclette, no electricity |
| Number of people | 1 raclette pan: one person at a time (two sets for a duo) |
| Contents | 5 pieces: metal stand, non-stick mini raclette pan, wooden spatula, 2 candles |
| Dimensions | 8 x 9.5 x 19 cm according to Amazon, Dunelm and Rapid Online (the Amazon spec sheet says 18 x 28 x 18 cm) |
| Weight | 300 g according to Amazon |
| Care | Hand wash only |
| Warranty | 5 years, according to the Amazon listing |
| Manufacturing | China according to Amazon |
Artesa mini raclette: our takeaways
On paper, the Artesa mini raclette is the cheese night boiled down to the essentials: a small metal stand, a candle underneath, a non-stick raclette pan on top and a wooden spatula to slide it all onto the potato. No cord, no power strip to hunt for behind the sofa: you can set it on a balcony, a garden table or the tablecloth of a chalet with no outlet in reach. The Amazon listing mentions a 5-piece set, and the count is quickly done: stand, pan, spatula and two candles.
Mind your expectations. A candle doesn’t heat like 1000 W: you need patience, thin slices, and to accept that the evening moves at the pace of one slice per person. The set has only one raclette pan: for a dinner for two, plan on two sets, even if some descriptions talk about a set for two, which the product listing doesn’t say. It’s hand wash only, and two different sets of dimensions circulate on the listing: we go with the small size from the title, which two other retailers confirm.
On video
We found no Artesa video for this mini raclette: here are other candle-powered raclettes, the same principle from other brands.
Video: Made In Design on YouTube. A presentation of another candle raclette set, the Cookut Lumi.
Video: Pearl fr on YouTube. Another portable candle raclette, for two.
Video: ClicknCook on YouTube. Candle raclette in the kitchen, with a Cookut set.
Pros
- No electricity needed
- Mini size, easy to take along
- Wooden spatula and two candles included
- Non-stick raclette pan
- 5-year warranty stated
Things to consider
- Only one raclette pan: one person at a time
- Slow heating, like any candle raclette
- Hand wash only
- Conflicting dimensions on the listing
Who is it for?
For romantic dinners (with two sets), balcony aperitifs, weekends in a chalet with no outlet and little Christmas gifts. Not for: tables of six who want to eat at the same time, and the impatient who expect raclette to melt in two minutes.
Alternatives
- Kuhn Rikon 32237 mini raclette : a Swiss stainless steel set powered by a tealight.
- Swissmar Nordic : a foldable candle raclette.
- Swissmar Tandem : a 2-in-1 candle fondue and raclette.
To compare, read our selection of cordless portable raclettes and our guide to raclette for two.
Recipes to make with it
- Traditional raclette, in mini version, one slice at a time.
- Barbecue raclette, for another outdoor raclette.
- Chocolate raclette, a dessert that also melts over a candle.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Artesa mini raclette work without electricity?
Yes. It heats with candles placed under the raclette pan: two candles come with the set.
Is it a set for two people?
No, according to the Amazon listing the set has a single mini raclette pan, one spatula and two candles. For a dinner for two, you need two sets.
Can you wash it in the dishwasher?
No. The Amazon listing says hand wash only.
