We're thrilled to share that our Joker Cocktail Napkins were featured in Westport Lifestyle Magazine! Writer Zac Mathias shares his mahjong journey — and we love how he captures the spirit of the game.
"When I first started getting into mahjong, I was drawn to the beautiful tiles and all the accessories, as any shopping addict would be. Unlike tennis or pickleball, where I eagerly bought the outfits and matching accessories only to promptly give up, mahjong has turned out to be the best new hobby.
Mahjong has a long history in America. It was first brought back from China by businessmen in the 1920s. By the 1930s, it had become especially popular among Jewish women, who later established the National Mah Jongg League in 1937.
Today, mahjong has become something of a social must. I learned the game through @mahjongliz, who quickly became my new best friend in the process. I even attended my first retreat at the Mayflower Inn hosted by @goldcoastmahjongclub and have dabbled in playing in a league because honestly, what else am I doing at 9:30 on a Tuesday morning?
What I love most about the game is the connection it creates. In such a digital world, sitting around a table, playing a tactical game, and laughing with friends feels like exactly what we all need."
— Zac Mathias, Westport Lifestyle Magazine