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Meeples And Wine - Tabletop Games for Couples

Meeples And Wine - Tabletop Games for Couples

By: Michael & Suzanne Teske
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 Looking for tabletop game to play with your spouse that’s both fun and won’t wind up with one of you sleeping on the couch? Join Michael and Suzy as they discover new games each week, while tasting a new wine, beer or spirit!Javakat Productions Art Cooking Food & Wine Relationships Social Sciences
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  • Gluntz Holiday Glögg and the 2025 Wrap-up!

    Gluntz Holiday Glögg and the 2025 Wrap-up!
    Dec 15 2025
    Hello everyone! We are Michael & Suzy, and welcome to Meeples & Wine—your podcast of board game reviews for couples, always with a drink in hand!​What we're drinking​We love exploring different bottles, so what wine are we tasting today?​We are sampling the Vin Glogg from the Glunz Family Winery, located in Paso Robles, CA.​According to their profile, their Glögg recipe is fairly traditional. They start with a base of high-quality California port and red wine. To this, they have blended oils of citrus fruits, nuts, clove, cardamom, nutmeg, cinnamon, and a couple of secret ingredients.​For pairings and serving, they recommend serving it gently heated. It's great if you add a cinnamon stick, cloves, or a twist of lemon or orange rind. Later in the show, during our "Final Sip" segment, we discuss how the wine has changed since opening.​What we're playing​We covered a lot of ground in this episode, mentioning a huge list of board games that we have played over the last year! We've got the links added to each title linking to where you can purchase it! (If you use our Amazon link, we do get a little scratch back)​Here is a rundown of the games discussed in this episode:​Miniature Adventures: Adventure 1 - Goblin Troubles​The Mix ​Arkham Horror: The Card Game ​Terror Below​Pixel Tactics​Kiri-ai: The Duel​ALIEN: Fate of the Nostromo​Targi Board Game​Dice Throne: Season One ReRolled - Pyromancer v. Shadow Thief​Radlands​Hive​Genius Square​Azul Duel​Bunny Boom​Sea Salt & Paper​Smash Up​Casting Shadows​Summoner Wars​We also asked the big question: What's your #1 Game for 2025?​If you like the show be sure to share it with a friend!​Contact us at meeplesandwine@gmail.com. You can also find us on Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.​Have something to say? Leave us a voicemail at (707) 572-5282 or use our Speakpipe link.​See you next time on Meeples and Wine! Buh-Bye!
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Miniature Adventures and 14 Hands Merlot!

    Miniature Adventures and 14 Hands Merlot!
    Nov 24 2025
    Goblins, Dice, and 14 Hands Merlot: Episode 96 Recap Welcome back to Meeples & Wine! It’s Michael and Suzy here, bringing you another board game review for couples—always with a drink in hand. In this episode, we are diving into a portable RPG adventure and sipping on a wine that pairs perfectly with a backyard cookout. Let’s get into the notes! 🍷 What We’re Drinking: 14 Hands Merlot Today’s bottle comes from 14 Hands Winery, located in the Columbia Valley of Washington state. The Profile: This vintage offers rich flavors and aromas of blackberry, plum, cherry, and mocha. The Pairings: If you’re hungry, this red goes great with BBQ ribs, grilled tri-tip, burgers, or even spaghetti with meatballs. 🎲 What We’re Playing: Miniature Adventures We are tackling Miniature Adventures: Adventure 1 - Goblin Troubles. Published by Lowtek Games LLC and designed by Jon Lowman, this is an exciting co-op card game inspired by old-school 16-bit RPGs. The Premise: The Kingdom of Delriah is having some serious goblin issues, and they need an adventuring party to help! You choose a Hero and a class, then work together to overcome four levels of challenges: Misty Forest Mountain Path Goblin Fortress Goblin Throne How it Plays: It plays 1–4 players and relies on dice rolling mechanisms. You slot your rolled dice into your character card to determine your Initiative (speed), Power, and Actions. You have to survive various Encounters, including Mobs (enemies) and Challenges (perils), to win. 🏆 The Scores Is it fun? Will it wreck your relationship? Here is our final verdict: Fun Score: We both loved it! Michael: 8/10 Suzy: 8/10 The Couch Score: (Will it wreck the relationship? 1 = Safe, 5 = Danger) Since it’s co-op, it’s pretty safe! Michael: 2/5 Suzy: 1/5 Time Sink: We rated this a 1 (No Problem)—you can learn it in one or two games without needing hours of tutorials. 🔦 Kickstarter Spotlight We love checking Kickstarter for the coolest new games. This week we shouted out Maiden of the Dark, a Game Boy game by TigerChainsaw. 📞 Connect with Us! If you liked the show, be sure to share it with a friend! Email: meeplesandwine@gmail.com Voicemail: (707) 572-5282 Socials: Find us on Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, and LinkedIn. See you next time on Meeples and Wine! Buh-Bye!
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    46 mins
  • The Mix and the Mezcalita

    The Mix and the Mezcalita
    Nov 14 2025
    Shaking Things Up with 'The Mix' and a Mescalita Hey, and welcome back to Meeples & Wine! We're Michael and Suzy, and this is your favorite spot for board game reviews for couples, with a drink in hand. This week, we went fully thematic. We’re reviewing a cocktail-making board game, so naturally, we had to skip the wine and mix up a cocktail! 🍹 This Week's "Wine": The Mescalita We’re sipping on a Mescalita, and it’s a fantastic smoky, citrusy, and spicy combo. If you want to make one at home while you listen, here’s the recipe! What You'll Need: For the Rim: Tajín Clásico Seasoning (or make your own with 2 parts kosher salt and 1 part chili powder). For the Drink: Lime wedges (for the rim and garnish) 1.5 oz mild mezcal (we recommend Del Maguey Vida) 2 oz fresh orange juice 1 oz fresh lime juice Optional Add-ins: 3 dashes of orange bitters (for an extra orange kick) 1 to 3 bar spoons of sweetener (like agave nectar, simple syrup, or orange liqueur) The notes for this drink suggest pairing it with smoked meats, cheese, chocolate, tropical fruits, or even spicy curries. 🎲 This Week's "Meeples": The Mix The game on our table this week is The Mix by Ruse Games. You play as a brand-new recruit at the famous Foxtrot Bar, and your goal is to become the top mixologist. You’ll be honing your skills, learning new recipes, and serving customers to earn the most Victory Points (VP). It’s a strategic, cocktail-themed game that blends engine building, resource management, and worker placement. Here are the quick stats: StatisticDetailsPlayers1-4 (It has a solo mode against an automated "Fox" opponent!)Time25+ minutesAge14+Designer/ArtistGuime (Guillaume Boudreau)PublisherRuse GamesKey MechanicsWorker Placement, Engine Building, Resource Management, Set Collection How It Plays The game is all about efficiently using your "Mixologist" workers. On your turn, you take actions like: Taking a Clients Card (an order you need to fill) Grabbing ingredients from the supply Acquiring new Technique Cards to get better at mixing Getting more Shakers (which expand your capacity) Preparing Cocktails to complete your orders The "engine building" part really kicks in during the Setup phase at the end of your round. This is when you get bonuses from your Setup Track, your unique Mixologist Card, and your Technique cards. The game end is triggered once 15 total Clients have been completed. You tally up your VP from completed orders, set collection bonuses, and remaining money, and the highest score wins! A quick note: The rulebook we saw was still marked as a "Work in Progress," so some final rules might change. 🚀 Where to Find It We look for the coolest games coming out on crowdfunding sites, and this one is heading to Gamefound! You can back it HERE! 📣 Last Call That’s all for this week! What do you think of the Mescalita recipe? Are you planning on backing The Mix? We want to hear from you! Email Us: meeplesandwine[at]gmail[dot]com Leave a Voicemail: (707) 572-5282 Find Us on Socials: We're on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. If you loved the show, the best thing you can do is share it with a friend. See you next time on Meeples and Wine!
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    56 mins
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