18 Sep 2026

Mauritian Snack Platter for Game Night: What to Buy and How to Arrange It

A good game night needs snacks that are easy to share, simple to serve, and full of flavour. Mauritian snacks are a great choice for a platter because they offer a mix of savoury bites, sweet treats, biscuits, and crunchy textures.

For a UK game night, you can build a Mauritian snack platter with a few ready-to-eat favourites instead of preparing everything from scratch. Mauritian Foods Online offers snacks, biscuits, sweet snacks, and traditional delicacies for customers across the UK. 

What Mauritian snacks should you buy for a game night?

A balanced game-night platter should include savoury snacks, sweet treats, biscuits, and at least one spicy option. This gives guests different flavours and textures to choose from throughout the evening.

You do not need a large number of products. A selection of 5 to 7 snack types can work well for a small gathering.

Consider including:

• Gato Cravatte – Salted for a crisp and savoury option
• Tam Tam Chilli Crab for guests who enjoy a spicy seafood flavour
• Gateaux Piments for a traditional Mauritian-style savoury snack
• Gato Papaye for a sweet option
• Naankatai for a crumbly biscuit-style treat
• Esko Gaufrettes for a light wafer texture
• Prince Chocolate Biscuits for a familiar chocolate option

Mauritian Foods Online currently lists dedicated categories for savoury snacks, sweet snacks, biscuits, and traditional delicacies. 

The Gato Cravatte – Salted is described as a traditional Mauritian bow-tie-shaped crisp with a salted flavour. It is ready to eat and suited to sharing. 

How many snacks do you need for a game night?

For a small group of 4 to 6 people, start with around 5 to 7 different snack varieties. The exact quantity depends on whether the platter is the main food or simply something guests can pick at during the games.

A simple buying guide is:

Choose more savoury snacks if your guests are likely to snack for several hours. Add more sweet items if the platter will be served alongside tea or coffee.

For UK shoppers, Mauritian Foods Online lists a range of snacks and biscuits in different pack sizes and price points. Its website also states that orders above £40 qualify for free home delivery across the UK, subject to its terms. 

How should you balance sweet and savoury Mauritian snacks?

A good platter should give guests a clear choice between savoury, spicy, sweet, and crunchy snacks. A simple approach is to make savoury items the main part of the platter and use sweet snacks as a finishing section.

Try this balance for 4 to 6 people:

• 2–3 savoury snacks
• 1 spicy snack
• 1–2 sweet snacks
• 1 biscuit or wafer
• Optional fruit or dried fruit for a lighter choice

For example, Gato Cravatte can provide a salty crunch, while Tam Tam Chilli Crab adds a chilli and seafood flavour. Sweet options such as Gato Papaye, Naankatai, or chocolate biscuits can provide contrast. 

This mix also helps prevent the platter from feeling repetitive. Guests can move between different textures and flavours while playing.

How do you arrange a Mauritian snack platter?

Arrange the platter by texture, flavour, and size, rather than placing every snack randomly. Keep larger snacks around the outside and smaller items in bowls or gaps between them.

Follow these five steps:

1. Choose a large flat board or serving tray.
2. Place small bowls on the board for loose snacks or smaller pieces.
3. Add the larger savoury snacks first.
4. Fill the open spaces with biscuits, wafers, and sweet treats.
5. Keep spicy items in a separate bowl so guests can choose them easily.

You can also arrange the platter by flavour. Put savoury items on one side and sweet snacks on the other.

For example, place Gato Cravatte and other savoury snacks around the centre. Add biscuits around the edges. Use smaller bowls for spicy products and any loose snacks. Finish with sweet treats such as wafers or Gato Papaye.

The aim is to make every item easy to reach without forcing guests to move other food around.

Which Mauritian biscuits work well on a snack platter?

Mauritian biscuits are useful on a game-night platter because they are easy to portion and do not require preparation. Mauritian Foods Online currently lists options such as Biscuit Cabine, Biscuit Champagne, Cream Crackers, Esko Gaufrettes, Ovaltine Biscuits, and Prince Chocolate Biscuits.

For a mixed platter, choose one plain or lightly flavoured biscuit and one sweeter option.

For example, Cream Crackers can add a simple savoury crunch. Prince Chocolate Biscuits can add a sweeter element. Esko Gaufrettes can provide a lighter wafer texture. 

Keep biscuits in small groups rather than spreading every packet across the board. This makes the platter easier to refill during a long game night.

How can you add traditional Mauritian flavours to the platter?

Traditional Mauritian food combines influences from several culinary cultures, so a snack platter can include different flavours without feeling out of place. Gateaux Piments, for example, are small savoury fritters made with split peas, chilli, and herbs. 

If you want a stronger local Mauritian food theme, include at least one traditional snack alongside packaged items.

A simple combination could include:

• Gateaux Piments
• Gato Cravatte
• A chilli-flavoured snack
• A traditional sweet
• Mauritian biscuits
• Wafers
• Tea or a suitable cold drink

This approach gives guests a mix of familiar packaged snacks and traditional Mauritian flavours.

What should you serve with a Mauritian snack platter?

Serve the platter with drinks that are easy to pick up between games. Tea, coffee, soft drinks, juice, or Mauritian-style drinks can work depending on your guest list.

A sweet snack platter pairs naturally with tea or coffee. The website also has dedicated categories for tea and coffee, juices, soft drinks, and other drinks.

Keep drinks separate from the food board. This gives guests more space to reach the snacks and reduces the chance of spills.

For a longer game night, keep additional packets nearby so you can refill empty bowls without rebuilding the entire platter.

Where can you buy Mauritian snacks in the UK?

You can buy a range of Mauritian snacks online in the UK from Mauritian Foods Online. The store has dedicated sections for savoury snacks, sweet snacks, biscuits, and traditional delicacies. 

Its current snack selection includes products such as Gato Cravatte, Tam Tam Chilli Crab, Gato Papaye, Naankatai, and several biscuit and wafer options. 

Mauritian Foods Online is based at Edmonton Green Shopping Centre in London and states that it delivers across the UK. 

Build your Mauritian game-night platter

A Mauritian snack platter does not need to be difficult. Start with 5 to 7 snack varieties, add a mix of savoury and sweet options, include one spicy choice, and arrange everything in small sections.

The result is an easy sharing platter that gives guests a chance to try different Mauritian flavours while keeping food within easy reach during the game.

For your next gathering, browse the Mauritian Foods Online snacks and desserts selection and choose a combination that suits your guests, game-night size, and preferred flavours. 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I prepare a Mauritian snack platter the day before a game night?
   Yes. Most packaged biscuits, crisps, sweets, and dry snacks can be portioned into serving bowls in advance. Keep them covered and add any items that may lose their texture shortly before guests arrive.
2. Should Mauritian snacks be served at room temperature?
   Most dry and packaged Mauritian snacks can be served at room temperature. Check the product packaging for any storage or serving instructions before placing the food on your platter.
3. How can I make a Mauritian snack platter suitable for children?
   Choose mild-flavoured biscuits, wafers, sweets, and non-spicy savoury snacks. Keep chilli-based items in a separate bowl so children can easily choose milder options.
4. How can I make a Mauritian snack platter suitable for vegetarian guests?
   Check the ingredient information of each product before serving. Keep vegetarian options in separate sections and label them clearly to help guests identify suitable choices.
5. How can I prevent different snacks from mixing on the same platter?
   Use small serving bowls, ramekins, or paper cups for loose snacks. This keeps strong flavours separate and makes it easier for guests to identify each item.
6. What type of serving board works best for Mauritian snacks?
   A large wooden board, slate board, or flat serving tray works well. Choose a board with enough space to leave small gaps between different snack groups.
7. Can I create a Mauritian snack platter for a themed party?
   Yes. You can add Mauritian-inspired table decorations, serving labels, and colours associated with Mauritius. A small card naming each snack can also make the platter more engaging for guests who are unfamiliar with Mauritian food.
8. How should I label unfamiliar Mauritian snacks for guests?
   Use simple labels with the snack name and a short description such as “spicy,” “sweet,” “crispy,” or “biscuit.” This helps guests make a quick choice without asking about every item.
9. How can I store leftover Mauritian snacks after the party?
   Transfer opened dry snacks into airtight containers or resealable bags. Store them according to the manufacturer’s instructions and check the packaging for the recommended storage conditions.
10. Can a Mauritian snack platter work for a corporate game night?
    Yes. Individual portions can make the platter easier to manage at office events. Use several smaller trays instead of one large board when serving a bigger group.