A la carte: Dessert

Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Moskito Spiele, Heidelbear Korea · Board game · 2010
2–5 · best 4 30 min Weight 1.4/5
8.3 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
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8.3 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy A la Carte and want more variety and a daring twist in the kitchen, this expansion is a treat! It expands the base game with new desserts and mechanics that make everything more interesting.

Highlights
  • More delicious desserts
  • Components for 5th player
  • New menu mechanics
  • Novel cup actions
Keep in mind
  • Adds a bit of complexity
  • Requires the base game
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you thought A la Carte was sweet enough, get ready for more! The "A la Carte: Dessert" expansion arrives to spice up (literally!) your games with new gourmet desserts that will test your kitchen skills and your luck. It includes 4 mini-expansions that bring a delicious freshness to the base game, plus components to add a fifth player to the table, making the competition even fiercer.

Now, in addition to the classic dishes, you can venture into desserts like "Spice Dice," "Salty Dogs," or the fiery "Pomitos Frititos." And for those who enjoy an extra challenge, secret "Menus" come into play. Each player receives three and chooses one to complete, keeping it secret. If you perform well and prepare the right dishes, extra points are guaranteed at the end! But beware, if you fail, there are no bonuses. Some menus even require a star to be completed, adding a strategic layer.

New "Coffee Cups" also shake up the kitchen: a "Trash Can" allows you to retrieve discarded dishes, and the "Flavor Neutralizer" helps you get rid of unwanted spices. And for the daring, "Salt Dishes" and "Spice Mixing" (a bottle with 5 grains of each of the 4 spices) will ensure your creations have the exact touch of flavor. Get ready for an even richer and more fun culinary experience!

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 BEST

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Game details

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Players: Expansions Changing Player Count Theme: Food / Cooking
Publisher Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Moskito Spiele, Heidelbear Korea, UBO CnC
Designer Karl-Heinz Schmiel
Artist Christof Tisch, Jochen Eeuwyk

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
Do I need the base game A la Carte to play?
Absolutely! This is an expansion, so the base game "A la Carte" is essential to use the new desserts and rules.
How many players can play with this expansion?
The expansion includes components to add a fifth player, so now you can play with 2 to 5 people.
Does the game's complexity increase significantly?
Slightly. The new mechanics like secret menus and coffee cups add more options and strategy, but it's nothing too daunting for those already familiar with the base game.
What types of new desserts are included?
The expansion brings options like 'Spice Dice', 'Salty Dogs', and 'Pomitos Frititos', along with salt mechanics and mixed spices.
Is it worth it for those who already own the base game?
If you enjoy A la Carte and want more variety and challenges, yes! The new menu options and coffee cups bring a welcome freshness.
Are there any new dexterity mechanics?
The expansion focuses more on new dish options and strategies with menus and spices, maintaining the dexterity essence of the base game.