Achieving a smooth shave is all about gear and technique. Both go hand in hand and, as you might know, you can't substitute one... (more...)
Cigars
Bolivar Simones
In 2005 Habanos S.A. launched the Regional Edition (RE) series. This series would make up limited production cigars made exclusively for a specific regional market. The cigars are made up of current production vitolas that are not already available in that specific brand. The regional cigars usually contain two bands. The standard production band... (more...)
Taboo Cigar Giveaway Contest
Last summer I went on a bit of a spree buying cigars online, and one of the shops I purchased from was Taboo Cigars, who are known to be particularly Canadian-friendly. At the time I purchased a few sampler packs, and was immediately impressed with the quality and consistency of the cigars. This past... (more...)
Albuquerque’s Imbibe Cigar Bar
As I travel quite frequently, I often find myself in hotel bars or restaurants grabbing a beer or a dram after an arduous flight. However, a recent trip to Albuquerque proved to be something special. After arriving in Albuquerque after a long flight, I was more than ready for a dram in the... (more...)
Partagas 898
Don Jaime Partagás Ravelo had worked in the Cuban tobacco business for years before establishing his own factory, Real Fábricas de Tabaco Partagás in 1845, on 60 Industria Street in Havana, Cuba. The factory is located directly behind the Capitolio building on the SW corner, in the heart of Havana.... (more...)
Homemade Tobacco: A Product You Can be Proud to Smoke
There are obviously going to be various challenges as well as benefits when you decide to embark on making your own cigars. To me, the benefits are well worth it and the challenges are necessary hurdles standing between you and your very own brand of smoke. Before we move on, I feel it important to... (more...)
American Stogies Toro
Nestor Plasencia is one of the most influential cigar blenders around. In addition to developing the Habana2000 wrapper, he has created a variety of blends including Rocky Patel’s Edge and Sungrown. On top of this, he produces Plasencia Reserva Organica — a 100% organic cigar. The man is also responsible for the American Stogies... (more...)
