Delicious

Pencil First Games, LLC · Board game · 2022
1–100 · best 2, 4, 5, 6 Solo 20–30 min Weight 1.9/5
7.0 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
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7.0 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you love fast card games and have a soft spot for fruit and veggie themes, Delicious will pleasantly surprise you.

Highlights
  • Creative drawing
  • Fast combos
  • Fun bonuses
  • Solo option
Keep in mind
  • Rules can be confusing
  • Limited components
  • Scoring can be unpredictable
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About the game
Delicious is a card game that blends drawing, pairing, and planting in an improvised garden setting. Each round reveals vegetable cards and fruit/tool tokens, and players simultaneously sketch on their gardens. The goal is to create fruit‑vegetable combos to score points, with bonus tools and special powers that vary each game. The game promises quick, strategic fun, ideal for fans of culinary and gardening themes. The game lasts 12 rounds, and each round flips two vegetable decks—one from each deck—and places a fruit or tool token on each card. Players choose to use one or both cards within specific restrictions, marking their Garden and Game sheets while aiming for different combinations. The central cards are common, but each player arranges them in different containers, creating unique scoring opportunities. Bonus tools and special powers ensure no two gardens are alike. In case of a tie, the fruit planter score decides, and if still tied, the player who marked the most First Potter Bonus icons wins. Although the game supports 1 to 100 players, it works best in smaller groups, as the simultaneous action dynamic can be smoother. The paper‑drawing mechanic adds an artistic touch, making the experience even more fun. If you enjoy quick card games, drawing, and food and gardening themes, Delicious will be a fun addition to your collection.
Rules videos

In English

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Game details

Categories

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Food & Drink: Fruit Food & Drink: Vegetables Mechanism: Flip-and-Write Misc: Watch It Played How To Videos Theme: Food / Cooking Theme: Gardening
Publisher Pencil First Games, LLC
Designer Eduardo Baraf, Steve Finn
Artist Clémentine Campardou
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a game of Delicious last?
About 20-30 minutes, depending on player count.
How many players can play?
1 to 100 players, though it's best balanced in smaller groups.
Is the game easy to learn?
Yes, the rules are simple, but simultaneous action selection can be confusing at first.
What are the main components?
Vegetable cards, fruit/tool tokens, game and garden sheets, and a community board.
Can it be played solo?
Yes, there is a solo/solitaire mechanic to compete against the board.
Who is Delicious recommended for?
Great for card game lovers, food and gardening enthusiasts looking for quick, creative play.