Poker Themed Party Food Ideas

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All bets are in, the action’s high, and you’re hosting a poker night. Need some party ideas? I’ve got you covered. Below is a round-up of ideas, decorations, food, invitations, and more! So don’t fold just yet, throw those chips all in, and let’s go! Plan your food accordingly. Bring out main dishes every hour or so, starting with this cheesy Chicago-style pie. The spicy sausage adds bold flavor and a boost of protein, to keep the players going.

Poker night is more than just a night of playing card games. We all know that it’s a night of fun with the boys and girls while sharing delicious food and drinks.

When it comes to food for poker night, it’s easy to fall into the trap of serving the usual salty, fatty, or sugary fare that ends up on the table.

In most cases, most people won’t mind. However, if you want to have that one poker night to remember or become the undisputed “best poker night host”, you’d better upgrade your poker game night snacks.

Lucky for you, we are here to help.

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Food for Poker Night Recipes

We have scoured the internet for the best game night snack ideas so you don’t have to. Don’t worry these recipes won’t require the skills of a gourmet chef since they’re relatively easy to prepare. However, you can trust that they’re downright delicious.

Without further ado…

Philly Cheesesteak Nachos (Prep Time: 20 mins.)

When it comes to poker game snacks, it’s hard to go wrong with serving nachos. Upgrade the traditional nachos by combining it with a fan-favorite sandwich, the Philly Cheesesteak.

Check out this bound-to-be-favorite nacho recipe from All Recipes:

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 large onion, diced
  • 1/2 pound shaved rib-eye, chopped
  • 1 (18 ounce) package restaurant-style tortilla chips
  • 1 (8 fl. oz.) jar processed cheese spread (such as Kraft® Cheez Whiz®)
  • 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, sliced

Directions:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Cook rib-eye in the same skillet, stirring occasionally, until browned and juices have evaporated, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir onion back into the skillet.
  • Place a handful of tortilla chips on each plate. Spoon rib-eye and onion mixture over chips; top with cheese spread and jalapeno slices.

If jalapenos are not available, you can use pickled jalapenos as a substitute.

Chicago Italian Beef Sandwich (Prep and Cook Time: 3 hrs. 40 mins.)

If you want to serve something with more bite, this recipe for the Chicago Italian Beef Sandwich from none other than Guy Fieri of The Food Network fame should get the job done.

Be sure to start preparing and cooking earlier because this recipe takes a lot of time.

Ingredients:

  • 4 pounds, top round with fat cap
  • 3 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 3 tablespoons bacon fat, or canola oil
  • 3 yellow onions, chopped
  • 1 cup garlic, whole cloves
  • 1/2 cup red wine
  • 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 6 sourdough baguette rolls halved, toasted
  • 1 cup chopped giardiniera vinaigrette vegetables
  • 1 cup jarred red sweet peppers

Directions:

  • Rub meat with dry ingredients, cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Add meat to a roasting pan with bacon fat, add onions and garlic, sauté for 15 minutes, deglaze with wine, and add Worcestershire sauce, beef stock, and bay leaves.
  • Place roasting pan in the oven and cook for 3 hours, uncovered, or until an instant-read thermometer registers 135 degrees F in the center. Remove, let cool, then slice very thin.
  • Cool broth in roasting pan and remove the fat that rises to the top. Strain.
  • Reheat the broth, and add the sliced meat. Place some meat on each toasted roll, ladle with some broth and top with giardiniera vegetables and red peppers.

Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken Tacos (Prep and Cook Time: 4 hrs. 15 mins.)

This is not the tacos that we all know and love. Instead of the ever-familiar salsa, we will be using ranch.

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This recipe from Who Needs a Cape is guaranteed to be a hit with your poker buddies.

Ingredients:

  • 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (or 1 packet of taco seasoning)
  • 1 packet of ranch seasoning
  • 8-10 small taco-sized flour tortillas
  • ranch dressing, to taste
  • 2-3 cups of cole slaw, without sauce
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
  • Optional: shredded cheese, diced avocado, diced tomato

Instructions:

  • Place chicken breasts in slow cooker. Pour in water, then sprinkle chicken with taco seasoning and ranch seasoning. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-7 hours.
  • About 20 minutes before serving, use a slotted spoon to transfer chicken to a bowl, shred with 2 forks, then return to slow cooker and stir.
  • When ready to serve, fill tortillas with shredded chicken, then drizzle with ranch dressing.
  • Top with slaw, red onions, cilantro, and any additional desired toppings such as shredded cheese, avocado, or tomatoes. Serve immediately.

Feeling Hungry Yet?

All of these poker snacks are guaranteed to be delicious and will make your guests ask for more. These foods for poker night recipes are very easy to prepare and cook, and the ingredients are all easy to get.

What do you think of these recipes? Do you have a favorite poker night snack recipe? Feel free to share in the comments!

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This page was created to provide all the resources you need to host the perfect Casino theme party. It will save you time and money in your party planning. Here you will find costumes and fashion accessories, decorations, activities, music, menu suggestions with recipes and much more.
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Personalized Poker Party Banners in 3 Sizes!
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Features:
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• CRAPS TABLE WITH DICE SWEEPER, 4-PIECE DICE SET
• PLAYING CARDS, WAGERING CHIPS AND CASE
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Murder at the Four Deuces - Experience the ultimate roaring 20's theme party with our gangster murder mystery party kit.
CASINO THEME IDEAS:
- Red, Black & Green
- Decks of Cards / Fake Money / Dice
- Sparkly jewelry
- Flappers
- Tuxedoes & Suits for the Gents
- Jazz / The Charleston / The Black Bottom / The Lindy Hop
- Al Jolson / Duke Ellington / Irving Berlin / Fanny Brice
- Sparkly attire for the Ladies
- The Great Gatsby
- Cotton Club / Ragtime Band
- Art Deco / Aviation
- Fedoras / English Driving Caps / Zoot Suits / Wing Tip Shoes
- Model T Fords / Tabloid Newspapers
- Mah Jongg / Oriental Lanterns / Victrolas
- Long Pearl Necklaces / Headbands / Feathers / Cloche Hats

Casino Costumes & Accessories

- Money Honey Adult - For those cash hungry girls that feel their best rolling in dough.
- Money Boa - Surround yourself in cash. This could be used on a variety of costumes.
- Lady Luck Plus Adult - This is your lucky day. Lady luck is waiting to bring some to you!
- Mafia Princess Adult - They say in Sicily, women are more dangerous than shotguns! This costume is stylish and hip!

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Books: Casino, Poker & More

- American Casino Guide : 2007 Edition - A complete guide to American Casino's.
- The Winner's Guide to Casinos -
- Casino Dictionary : Gaming & Business Terms - Ever sit around at a Casino or have you sat at home and watched a card game on tv and wondered what all the terms mean? Well this book tells you what it all means.
- The Ultimate Casino Guide - This exciting guide gives travelers all of the information they need about any casino in or around their travel destination: * Casino Name * Address * Phone Number * Website * Email Address * Brief Description * Type of Entertainment * Restaurants * Accommodations * Family Amenities * Poker * Admission Charge * Dress Code.
- A Winners Guide to Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Baccarat & Casino Poker -A wonderfully written guide to Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Baccarat and Casino Poker.
- Casino Games : Everything You Need to Know About the Rules & Strategies - From Las Vegas to Atlantic City, to riverboat and dockside gambling, as well as the boom in Indian Reservation gambling destinations, millions of people are flocking to casinos. And although casino games seem simple, most people walk away from the tables poorer than when they sat down. Is it just bad luck, or is it bad playing?
- Poker for Dummies - Learn how to play poker with this unique book.
- Texas Hold'em for Dummies - Ever wanted to learn how to play Texas Hold'em? If you answered yes then this is the book for you.
- Winning Blackjack at Atlantic City and Around The World -

Cakes: Elegant designs to compliment a Casino Party

- A & S Cakes - Black and white check, red roses, very elegant.
- Katie's Cakes - Get some really unique ideas here from formal cakes to birthday cakes.
- La Starr Cakes - Some beautiful formal cakes.

Decorations and Craft Items for a Casino theme party

- Favor Boxes & Bags - Unique ways to present party gifts.
- Party Favors - You will stand out as the perfect hostess with these elegant favors.
- Place Card Holders - From Fun to Fancy, perfect dinner party item.
- Costumes & Decorating Wholesale - Get all your decorating and costumes at low prices.
- Stay Out Poster - We have created a poster for you to hang in areas that you would like your guests to keep clear of!

Food & Recipes for hosting a Casino Dinner Party

- Pear, Onion, And Dry Jack Cheese Strudels - These delicious strudels can be put together one day before baking.
- Sausage, Red Onion, And Wild Mushroom Pizza - Fresh pizza dough is now available at some supermarkets; look for it in the refrigerated deli case or use thin Boboli crusts.
- Caramel Corn Clusters - These make a great addition to any Casino Theme Party or Card Night.
- Steak Sandwiches with Crispy Onions - You can make this recipe in 45 min. or less.
- Easy Herb Cheese Dip - This herb cheese dip takes no time at all. It is so delicious and easy to make. It is not exactly diet food, but that is what makes it so tasty!
- Honey-Glazed Chicken Wings - This poker night favorite is ready to serve in under 20 minutes!
- Cheese & Beef Roll-ups - Prepare this appetizer ahead for hassle-free entertaining.
- Rotel Cheese Deep - A classic at poker night, card night and casino theme parties.
- Grilled Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches - This recipe would be great to serve at parties where guests need a bit of healthy cooking.
- Braised Cranberry-Barbecue Beef Sandwiches - A wonderful addition to any card nigh spread.
- Roasted Potato Salad - It doesn't matter if your having a casino theme party, or a card night get together tis recipe is sure to fill you up.
- Tabbouleh Salad - Another recipe for the guests that need to watch the food intake!
- Molasses Cookie - A sweet tooth's dream come true!

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Games & other theme activities

- Murder at the Four Deuces - Experience the ultimate roaring 20's theme party with a gangster murder mystery party kit. 4 Deuces Club has a casino setting.
- Complete Poker Guide -
- Learn to play Blackjack - We have created a step-by-step guide on how to play Blackjack.
- Learn to play Texas Hold'em - With this wonderfully designed e-Book you can learn to play Texas Hold'em.

Invitations and Stationary

• Create your Invitation to be the size of a playing card then affix it to the back of an actual playing card. Put on note on the invite stating that the rest of their hand will be dealt at the party.
• Replace the face on a royal card with that of your Guest of Honor and include in the invitation design or have it blown up - Casino Invitations - Print Your Own Invitations! These colorful Casino invitations come with instructions to use with your computer to invite your guests your way. Glitter add-ons are also included to decorate the invitations or envelopes.

Jewelry for High Rollers

-$100 Bill Bling Necklace - Show your high roller status with this $100 Bill around your neck.
- Jeweled Dollar Bling - Attract the ladies with this dollar sign around your neck.
- Gold Guitar Bling - Do you need some cool bling for your next casino party? Check out this gold guitar bling necklace.
- Gold Players Ring - Crown yourself king of the hood with this sparkling dollar sign ring. Rapper, gangster and pimp costumes aren't legit without it.
- Deluxe Hope Diamond Ring - This rock puts A-list celebs to shame, what with their piddly 5-carat engagement rings and pathetic borrowed jewels that require bodyguards.

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Games & Activities for your Casino Party

Every casino party activity you dream up with should center on gambling so set up different zones for different events: one for Texas Hold'em, one for 5-Card Stud and other poker games, other rooms for dice games and roulette.
Partner up novice gamblers with old pros, and make sure there's space around your tables so people can watch and learn. If you're feeling unconventional, make a tiny obstacle course and get a mock greyhound race going with your pets or windup toys, or have a team charades grudge matches! Everything is more fun when there's wagering involved.
FYI : The term 'Casino' originally meant a small villa, summerhouse or pavilion built for pleasure, usually on the grounds of a larger Italian villa or palazzo. There are examples of such casinos at Villa Giulia and Villa Farnese. During the 19th century, the term casino came to include other more public buildings where pleasurable activities, including gambling and sports, took place. An example of this type of building is the Newport Casino. In modern Italian, this term designates a bordello (also called 'Casa Chiusi', literally 'closed house'), while the gambling house is spelled casinò with an accent.