May we tempt you?

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Backgammon Social
May 01, 2025

Hey movers, rollers, and board-flippers:

We’ve got spring fever and a competitive edge, and that can only mean one thing: the May events are about to be hotter than a Miami summer.

What new?

We dropped the “Miami.” Just “Backgammon Social.” It’s cleaner.

We’ve been busy - new formats, new faces, and new cities coming soon!

April highlights:

  • Cowboys & Paella Easter takeover: We traded eggs for cubes at our most festive tournament yet. From bolo ties to cowboy hats, y’all showed up to Tropezón in style and the Cowboy Colostrum-infused espresso martinis didn’t hurt either.

  • Fresh Cachitos & Dice: We dimmed the lights at Caracas Bakery and played over velvety espresso and buttery tequeños. Are you loving our Coffee Shop Series?

  • The Moore Tournament: Our flagship tournament brought the heat.

    1st Place: Lawrence! - poised, precise, and quietly ruthless

    2nd Place: Sol - a strategic queen with serious sunshine power

    The winner earned a handcrafted Greek travel backgammon board. Second place got Elastika credit and coffee from Rise With Apollo. Thank you to our Greek sponsors for supporting our community!

Hellenic Aesthetic Travel Backgammon Board — Hellenic Aesthetic

We designed this backgammon board with travel in mind. It’s large enough to play a proper game but rolls up small enough to fit inside your tote or backpack. The board is expertly handcrafted in Athens from real pebbled leather featuring Natural Greek Fabrics linen on the interior. The πούλια, or st

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Member spotlight: Meet the Pups of Backgammon Social

They’ve mastered the art of lounging under tournament tables, stealing hearts, and bringing an extra dose of charm to every match.

Roberta, Lychee & Ellie ready to roll

What’s up in May?

Our hottest month to date.

  • May 8 - The Coffee Shop Series: Emissary Cafe

    Natural wine, great conversation, and rolling doubles all night long.

  • May 15 - Gambit & Gammon at The Deck at Island Gardens

    Name a better duo - we’re joining forces with Knightcap Chess Club to bring Miami’s sharpest minds together for a night of bold moves, bluffs, and brainpower. Come meet the people who play the other side of our boards.

  • May 21 - Backgammon Social x Soho Pool House

    Golden hour glamour, curated playlists, and games as spicy as the picantes.

  • May 22 - Tournament Night at the Moore

    You know the drill - high-stakes, high-style, don’t be late. Be prepared to use the doubling cube again, it’s here to stay.

  • May 31 - Backgammon Social x The Standard

    A perfect end-of-month wind-down. Backgammon under the stars, with a waterfront breeze and your favorite Saturday sunset.

Follow us on Eventbrite to get notified about our events: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/miami-backgammon-social-105976652811

Overheard at Backgammon:

Ari, Backgammon Social member:
“By the way, nice to meet you — I’m Ari.”

Devra, Backgammon Social member:
“Nice to meet you too — I’m Devra.”

Ari:
“Devra what?”

Devra:
“Gelman.”

Ari:
“No way... I haven’t seen you since like fifth grade!”

laughs

Whether you’re here for the glory, the old friendships renewed, or the cachitos, we’re glad you’re in the mix. Forward this to a friend who needs a new obsession — and tell them to bring their A-game.

Stay bold, stay lucky,
Eugenia & Gina
Backgammon Social

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