José Orlando Padrón, founder of the world-renowned cigar brand and pioneer of the Nicaraguan cigar industry, celebrated his 91st birthday in the middle of this year. The most valuable present to mark this jubilee, however, was prepared by and for himself (and, above all, for us passionados). In line with the Cuban poet and author…
A Tour of Doha’s Cigar Lounges
In recent years, Qatar has been talked about across the globe. Thanks to the country’s thriving economy, which is mainly based on the export of natural gas and oil, Qatar has been able to position itself among the richest countries in the world. But the peninsula has undoubtedly received most of its attention for its hosting of the 2022 FIFA world cup.
“The Sun Rises for Everyone”
Five years ago, Alejandro Mata developed the puro brand Alfambra. But his story is not the typical story of a cigar lover who wanted to create his own private brand. His roots go deeper.
Boulevardier in Budapest
The Hungarian capital has been celebrated as a trendy party town for some years now. The fact that guests of this extraordinary and historical Danube metropolis not only experience fast drinks and vibrating beats but can also enjoy cocktails of an international standard is mainly thanks to a dedicated bar keeper: Zoltán Nagy, founder of Boutiq’ Bar.
Plain Packaging Commences in Singapur
Singapore has enacted stringent plain packaging regulations following similar legislation in Australia and Ireland, among other countries.
From Barrel to Box
Using wood to add new flavor characteristics to beverages is not a new concept. Over the centuries, wine and other beverage producers have been benefiting from the use of wood to age and add complexity and new organoleptic characteristics to their products.
Lighting Up Right
Apart from correct storage, lighting a cigar is the most important factor that determines whether smoking is enjoyable or frustrating.
Puffing Away in and Around Mainhatten
In Hessen and in the directly neighboring Rhineland-Palatinate, very liberal laws still apply with regard to the protection of non-smokers, which means that smoking is permitted in closed ancillary rooms, in beer tents or premises that are smaller than 75 square meters (approx. 807 square feet), explicitly designated as smoking areas, and without major dining service. So there is a large number of lounges and bars where passionados can in dulge their pleasures.
For Beginners
Of course, people who have never tried a cigar will not read this article. But you as a cigar connoisseur might know someone who wants to enter the magical world of cigar smoking.
London: A Cigar Lover’s Heaven
London has long served as a mini cigar mecca outside Havana, yet it continues to surprise.
On the Banks of the River Called Water
In Spain you can take a vacation in a way that has nothing to do with sun and beach. In a way that focuses on the enjoyment of a cultural heritage that is thousands of years old, which is deeply rooted in Spanish character: wine. Wine tourism, as it is called, is very much in vogue, just like one of its pilgrimage sites – the Ribera del Duero wine region.
Innsbruck (Austria)
Breathtaking mountain scenery and a long history. Innsbruck has a lot to offer, but, unfortunately, due to the new legal situation in Austria, there are not many places for cigar smokers to enjoy their cigars.
