What to bring for a klaverjas evening

A klaverjas evening needs more than card decks and a few tables. Set up one playing table for each group, with a clear place for score sheets, drinks and spare cards. Plan the refreshments before guests arrive: chilled drinks, hot water for coffee or tea, and snacks that can be served without interrupting a round. This list also covers the easy-to-forget items, such as bottle openers, extension cords, table coverings and a visible clock.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Tablesqty 9
Chairsqty 36
Buffet tablesqty 2
Coat racksqty 2

Tableware

Coffee cupsqty 40
Glassesqty 40
Platesqty 40
Knivesqty 40
Forksqty 40
Teaspoonsqty 40
Serving plattersqty 10
Serving spoonsqty 10

Equipment

Klaverjas cardsqty 10
Spare card decksqty 2
Kitchen boilersqty 2
Coolersqty 3
Extension cordsqty 3
Power stripsqty 3
Wall clocksqty 2

Kitchen

Thermos flasksqty 4
Water jugsqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 2
Bread knivesqty 2
Kitchen knivesqty 2
Pliersqty 4
Bottle openersqty 3
Measuring cupsqty 2

Decorations

Tableclothsqty 9
Buntingqty 3
Table décorqty 9

Lighting

Atmosphere lightsqty 4
String lightsqty 2

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 4
Broomsqty 2
Trash binsqty 2

Catering

Prize tablesqty 2
Scoreboardsqty 8
Pensqty 40
Score sheetsqty 100
Name badgesqty 40
Groceries
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 3 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Mints - 1 box
- Semi-skimmed milk - 6 liters
- Coffee milk - 2 bottles
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 4 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Ice tea - 4 bottles
- Beer - 48 cans
- Alcohol-free beer - 12 cans
- White wine - 4 bottles
- Red wine - 2 bottles
- Sparkling water - 6 bottles
- Still water - 6 bottles
- Lemons - 6 pieces
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Cocktail nuts - 4 bags
- Salted breadsticks - 3 bags
- Cheese cookies - 3 packs
- Olives - 3 jars
- Cucumber - 4 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 4 trays
- Carrots - 2 bags
- Hummus - 4 tubs
- Cream cheese - 3 tubs
- Baguettes - 8 pieces
- Herb butter - 4 tubs
- Young matured cheese - 2 kilos
- Back ham - 1 kilo
- Chicken breast topping - 1 kilo
- Vegetarian spreads - 6 tubs
- Butter - 2 packs
- Apples - 3 kilos
- Grapes - 2 kilos
- Cookies - 5 packs
- Mini pastries - 40 pieces
- Napkins - 200 pieces
- Paper placemats - 50 pieces
- Cling film - 1 roll
- Aluminum foil - 1 roll
- Parchment paper - 1 roll
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Garbage bags - 30 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Dishwasher tablets - 30 pieces
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Toilet cleaner - 2 bottles
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Hand soap - 3 bottles

Tips

Bring at least one spare klaverjas card deck, and check every deck before guests arrive. A missing or damaged card can stop a table during a round.
Prepare one score sheet and writing setup for each playing table, then keep extra sheets at the reception table. Store the spare cards and sheets where the person supervising the first round can reach them.
Put drinks in coolers before setup starts and allow at least 30 minutes for them to chill. Keep water in jugs on the buffet so players do not need to leave the table repeatedly.
Set up a coffee and tea station with cups, teaspoons, thermos flasks and a kitchen boiler before the first players arrive. Check that extension cords and power strips are long enough and safely out of walking routes.
Serve snacks on platters and provide plates, forks, knives and serving spoons before the first round. Cover the tables before placing cards down, and leave table décor away from the playing area.

Frequently asked questions

What do I need for a klaverjas evening?: You need klaverjas card decks, spare decks, tables, chairs and score sheets, plus drinks, snacks and serving equipment. Add at least one visible clock, bottle openers and the cables needed for the boiler or other electrical equipment.
How many klaverjas card decks should I buy?: Use one complete deck per playing table and keep at least one spare deck available. Check all decks before the evening, because one missing card can make a table unusable.
How much food and drink do I need for a klaverjas evening?: Plan roughly 2 to 3 drinks per person for the first hour, then adjust for the length of the evening. For snacks, allow about 150 to 200 grams per person when no meal is served, with extra portions kept ready for later rounds.
When should I set up for a klaverjas evening?: Start the room setup at least 60 minutes before guests arrive. Put out tables, chairs, card decks and score sheets first, then chill drinks and finish the buffet and coffee station before the first round begins.

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