Poker is an endlessly fascinating game, with twists and turns and plots and subplots to rival the best thriller. Part of its appeal are the many different variations of the game. Here’s a look at some of the best versions to try out at your next poker night.
Brits love to gamble; it’s just a fact of life. There of those us who regularly bet – on racehorses and football matches every Saturday, while even someone who’s never been to a bookies in their life will drop a few quid now and then. Whether it’s the Grand National, the FA Cup or the Six Nations, we love nothing more than having a flutter on the big sporting events.
Nothing says glamour like the casinos of Monte Carlo; and with the forthcoming Monaco Grand Prix later in May it’s a chance for people to combine a trip to the tables with a bit of Formula One. Watch Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg battle it out on the asphalt by day and then while away the evenings in the casinos.
Who says women aren’t interested in poker? Certainly not us – we’ve been seeing a big rise in the number of women hiring Texas Hold ‘Em poker tables in recent months. But if you are planning a boys-only poker night then you might be more likely to hold onto your cash as it seems ladies are pretty handy at cards.
Anyone who’s stayed up to watch late-night TV will appreciate the appeal of a Texas Holdem poker tournament. Tense, nervy and full of bluff and counter-bluff, these high-stakes matches make for great viewing.
Many people who hire a Texas Holdem poker table will be playing the game for the first time. Or even if you know what you're doing, many of your guests will not. Rules vary from one game to the next – there are many variants of poker. But the hands and the order of their importance remain constant.
Casinos have always been seen as a bit of a male preserve. Smoke-filled rooms, whisky and lots of testosterone flying about – not always in equal measure – can be a little off-putting to the female gambler. But times are changing and casino games are becoming increasingly popular with women.
Looking for the best London venues for a fun casino night? Don’t worry, to save you time, effort and a lot of head-scratching we’ve put together a list of our favourite places in the capital.
Team building exercises; we’ve all been there and it’s not unreasonable to say it can be a bit hit or miss.How often do you actually come away feeling all that positive? How often do you think ‘wow, that was awesome’? Not that arranging a team building day is all that easy. We pity those managers who must try to dream up something truly inspiring, that appeals to staff and bosses, and comes in within budget. They must beware being too cheesy, whilst also remembering to achieve their stated aims for the day.
Roulette: next steps and betting strategies
In the third of our instalments on the classic game of roulette, we are moving on to look at how to place bets and some strategies for winning. We’ve already covered the history of roulette in part one, while in part two we looked at the basics of roulette, includings the odds and payout of each type of bet.