SubscribePutting a new spin on dreidels
If something appears on ESPN, does it automatically qualify as a sport?
The cable outlet has been featuring the World Series of Poker for a few years now, so that might be good enough for you. And if that’s the case then, then, by extension, you might be interested in “No Limit Texas Dreidel,” a game that
combines the traditional dreidel game with Texas Hold’em poker. The objective is for each player to create the best dreidel “hand” by combining dreidel spins. You will combine dreidel “spins” in your shaker, which only you will see, with other Community Spins, which will be seen by all players. Players bet in rounds using poker betting rules. The game is best played with chocolate gelt (coins), as is the traditional wager for the Dreidel Game. No Limit Texas Dreidel is an entertaining adult party game and is family fun for everyone ages 9 to 99.
(Sorry, all you centenarians out there. I guess the excitement would be too much for you.)
The game is available from Moderntribe.com and in two styles, depending on how many want to play. The Standard Edition for 2-4 Players Includes eight small and three dreidels; fours Shakers (eliminates carpal tunnel syndrome you get from actually spinning them I suppose); play guide;spinner button; all in a drawstring bag. A deluxe edition accommodates up to eight players and has proportionately more stuff.
Dreidels already have a gambling connotation, but I guess it’s not enough anymore. A couple of years ago, my daughter wanted to have a Casino night theme for her bat mitzva party. I put my foot down; tears ensued, but what we finally chose was a big hit (I can’t say for fear of a retroactive copyright infringement suit).
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