This long-distance date is perfect for couples who love exploring different cultures and learning new traditions. Lotería, often described as “Mexican Bingo” is a classic game deeply rooted in Mexican culture and family gatherings. Instead of numbers, it uses beautifully illustrated cards featuring traditional Mexican symbols like La Luna (the moon), El Corazón (the heart), and La Sirena (the mermaid).
This date holds a special meaning for us: our founder, Vanessa Mora, is from Mexico City and grew up playing Lotería with her family during celebrations. She was thrilled to discover an online version and share this part of her heritage with Mehrad, turning it into a long-distance tradition filled with laughter and nostalgia.
Instructions
Pick a time that works for both of you; use a time zone converter if needed.
Hop on a video call using Zoom, Google Meet, Discord, FaceTime, Microsoft Teams, or Skype.
Go to the Loteria Online game and create a game room
Share the game link with your partner so you can join the same round.
For first time players:
- Each player gets a Lotería board filled with colorful images instead of numbers.
- A caller draws cards from the deck one by one and announces them aloud.
- Players mark the matching image on their board with a token or digital marker.
- The first to complete a row, column, or diagonal yells “¡Lotería!” — just like shouting “Bingo!”
Elevate this date!
🌮 Pair your game with traditional Mexican food — tacos, guacamole, margaritas or churros
🎶 Set the mood with music, play upbeat mariachi, romantic boleros, or lo-fi Latin beats to feel like you’re celebrating together in Mexico City
💃 Use a Mexican-themed virtual background for your call or wear sombreros to get into the spirit.
