In short: the Boska Partyclette ToGo Oslo is a mini candle-powered raclette for two that you slip into a bag for a picnic, a balcony or a weekend with no power outlet. What stands out: three tealight candles included, a non-stick pan that also works on the barbecue, and a lifetime warranty from Boska.
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At a glance: Boska Partyclette ToGo Oslo
| Feature | Boska Partyclette ToGo Oslo |
|---|---|
| Type | Portable mini raclette with tealight candles, no electricity |
| Number of people | 2 according to the Amazon listing |
| Power | No electricity: heated by tealight candles |
| Pan and coating | 1 non-stick pan (the Barbeclette), also usable on the barbecue |
| Dimensions and weight | 185 x 98 x 8 mm and 0.468 kg (Boska); Amazon lists 32.4 x 8.7 x 11.4 cm |
| Materials | European oak stand, stainless steel (Boska) |
| Included accessories | Pan, spatula, 3 tealight candles, recipe and manual |
| Care | Partly: the spatula is dishwasher-safe, the pan and base are hand wash (Boska) |
| Warranty | Lifetime according to Boska (10 years according to Amazon) |
| Manufacturer reference | 852040 (Boska) |
Our takeaway
On paper, the Partyclette ToGo Oslo answers an existential question: how do you make raclette at the edge of a lake without running a 650-foot extension cord? Answer: three tealight candles under a small pan, a wooden stand, and off you go. No outlet, no noise, just cheese melting gently while you slice the potatoes. Boska, a Dutch cheese-tool specialist, advertises it for two people and supplies it with a spatula, candles and a recipe.
The trick, according to the Amazon listing, is that the pan, nicknamed the Barbeclette, also goes straight onto the barbecue: you remove the candle stand and make the most of the embers. Keep your feet on the ground, though: three candles are not a 1000 W heating element. The cheese melts, but at its own pace, and one pan for two takes a bit of diplomacy. The dimensions and the wood differ from one source to another (oak at Boska, beech in an Amazon table): we point it out rather than guess.
Strengths
- No electricity: use it anywhere, even out in the wild
- Non-stick pan also usable on the barbecue
- Compact and light, easy to carry
- Comes with a spatula and 3 tealight candles
- 10-year warranty claimed
Things to consider
- Slow heating: they’re candles, not a heating element
- Only one pan for two people
- Candles to buy again regularly
- Wood and dimensions differ depending on the source
Video
Video: Via Valor on YouTube. Presentation of the Partyclette ToGo by a distributor of the brand; the version (Oslo or other) is not specified.
Video: Counter Cooking on YouTube. Unboxing and first tests of the candle-powered Partyclette To Go by a creator (in English); version not specified.
Video: CITYGK great value on YouTube. A Boska Partyclette presented by a retailer; exact model not specified.
Who is it for?
For couples, picnickers, campers and anyone who likes raclette on the terrace in summer, who want the raclette spirit without an electric machine. A nice little gift for a cheese fan, too. Not for: tables of six or more, and people who want to eat fast. In that case, an electric machine for two or a model with several pans will be more efficient.
Alternatives
- Kuhn Rikon Mini Raclette : a Swiss stainless steel set, also heated by a tealight candle.
- Swissmar Nordic : a foldable candle raclette, designed for travel.
- Boska Cheese Barbeclette : the brand’s pan on its own, for the barbecue, with a spatula.
To compare all the models of the same type, read our comparison of portable raclettes. For the embers version, also see our selection of pans and stands for barbecue raclette.
Recipes to make with it
- Barbecue raclette, to use the pan directly on the grill.
- Traditional raclette, mini version, for two.
Frequently asked questions
How many candles does the Boska Partyclette ToGo Oslo need?
Three tealight candles, and they are included according to the Amazon listing. Get more for the following evenings.
Can you use the Partyclette ToGo Oslo on the barbecue?
Yes for the pan: the Amazon listing says the non-stick Barbeclette can also be used on the barbecue, without the candle stand.
How many people is it designed for?
Two people according to the Amazon listing, with a single pan. For a whole table, you need several sets or an electric machine.
