TASTE OF MAHJONG · A 90-MINUTE FIRST LOOK
Curious about mahjong? Have a taste.
Taste of Mahjong is a relaxed 90-minute introduction to American mahjong, taught at venues around St. Petersburg. We meet the tiles, open the card and start playing together, so you leave knowing whether this is your game.
This is for you if
- Everyone keeps talking about mahjong, and you'd like to know what the fuss is about.
- You'd rather try it before you commit to a full class.
- A friend keeps inviting you to her game, and you keep finding excuses.
- You'd like a relaxed first look, with no homework and no pressure.
What happens in 90 minutes
- We meet the tiles: the suits, the honors, the flowers and the jokers
- We open the National Mah Jongg League card together
- We play, slowly and together, so you feel how a game moves
It's a taste, not the whole meal. Mahjong 101 is where you learn to play on your own.
Class details.
| Length | 90 minutes |
| Price | $28 a person |
| Bring | Nothing. I bring tiles, racks and cards. |
| Class size | Set by the venue. Every class needs at least 6 people to run. |
| Changes | Bookings are non-refundable. You can reschedule once within 6 weeks at no charge. |
Where classes run
Around St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay: Dillard's Tyrone Square, AR Workshop St. Petersburg, Pour & Décor, Perry's Porch, Paloma House, Yin Soul and others. Each date lists its venue, time and address.
See Taste datesUpcoming Taste of Mahjong schedule
Pick a date and a venue near you. Each date lists its address.
After your Taste.
Mahjong 101
For complete beginners. 2.5 hours, $68, and it's where you learn to play.
Questions about Taste of Mahjong.
What's the difference between Taste of Mahjong and Mahjong 101?
Taste is a relaxed 90 minutes to see if mahjong is your game. 101 is 2.5 hours, and it's where you learn to play.
Do I need any experience?
No. Taste is made for people who have never touched a tile.
Can I come by myself?
Yes. You'll sit with other first-timers, and you may leave with a new mahjong friend.
Do I need to bring anything?
Nothing. I bring tiles, racks and cards.
Can I order food or drinks?
At venues that serve food and drinks, like Perry's Porch and its matcha bar, yes. Order whatever you like while we play.
Will I be able to play after Taste?
You'll know how a game moves and whether you love it. To play on your own, take Mahjong 101 next.
Ninety minutes, one taste.
Bring your curiosity. I'll bring the tiles.