As we ease into our collective winter hibernation, I’ll happily admit I’m the first in the group chat to suggest swapping bars for board games the moment the temperature dips below forty. Who can blame me? Between the cocoon of my overheated apartment, my Petite Plume pajama set, and a growing rotation of candles , I can always justify a Friday night in.

Fortunately, 2025 and I are on the same page: Game nights are trending. And if this is the year of games, mahjong is leading the charge. With origins dating back to the late 19th century, mahjong mixes skill and probability in a social way that’s made it a staple for centuries. Whether you’ve just discovered the game or are still practicing for your first round, consider this your sign to gather your crew, pour a glass, and put on y

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