Cigar News: Papa’s Pilar Rum & Hemingway Rye Whiskey Join Forces with Destination Herf 2024: A Historic Confluence of Spirits and Cigars

Posted on September 5, 2023September 5, 2023 by bostonjimmie

As Miami’s vibrant landscape prepares for the globally renowned Destination Herf 2024, a new level of excitement has been introduced. This year, the iconic event is proud to announce its partnership with two legendary spirits brands – Papa’s Pilar Rum and Hemingway Rye Whiskey. Set to unfold from January 11th -14th, 2024, Destination Herf will Read more about Cigar News: Papa’s Pilar Rum & Hemingway Rye Whiskey Join Forces with Destination Herf 2024: A Historic Confluence of Spirits and Cigars[…]

Cigar Lifestyle: The Quality Importers XIKAR® X-clusive Series Announcement and Event Coverage

Posted on September 2, 2023September 2, 2023 by bostonjimmie

Quality Importers, the leading accessory supplier to the worldwide premium cigar trade, is proud to announce the launch of the highly anticipated XIKAR® X-clusive series of luxury cigar cutters. Developed in partnership with renowned jeweler Jacob & Co., these four-pièce unique, one-of one cutters exemplify exquisite artisanship and design. The collection features two concepts: constellation Read more about Cigar Lifestyle: The Quality Importers XIKAR® X-clusive Series Announcement and Event Coverage[…]

Cigar Lifestyle – Supin Hapnd in’Da Bronx – A Bronx Tale

Posted on July 4, 2023July 4, 2023 by bostonjimmie

This past week, I had the honor of being invited to the private roll out of Chazz Palminteri’s “A Bronx Tale” Cigar, held at La Casa Grande Cigars in Little Italy in the Bronx, NY. This was a special moment for Chazz, who noted that this project is dedicated to his grandfather and all those Read more about Cigar Lifestyle – Supin Hapnd in’Da Bronx – A Bronx Tale[…]

Cigar News: Empire Social Lounge Goes All Out Cirque De Soleil for 3rd Anniversary Party

Posted on May 23, 2023 by bostonjimmie

Mark Calendars and get your best threads on for Friday, June 2nd, when Empire Social Lounge Downtown Dadeland celebrates its third anniversary with a Cirque de Soleil inspired event. The themed function will be carried out via décor, specialty entertainment, and music. The venue has become a favorite spot for business executives, local celebrities and Read more about Cigar News: Empire Social Lounge Goes All Out Cirque De Soleil for 3rd Anniversary Party[…]

Cigar Lifestyle: No Joke Smoke 2023 – Validated?

Posted on May 7, 2023May 7, 2023 by bostonjimmie

The 14th annual No Joke Smoke (NJS) 2023 dinner was held on 4/1/23 and hosted by Kalani Matsuura from Mokuleia Cigar Company. The theme this year was Validated?, a term used by the Aganorsa Leaf Cigars to showcase its amazing tobacco. Helping us celebrate the dinner was Eduardo Fernandez, the owner of Aganorsa Leaf Cigars. Read more about Cigar Lifestyle: No Joke Smoke 2023 – Validated?[…]

Cigar Lifestyle: Dominican Big Leaguer (DBL) Cigars 10th Anniversary and Tour No. 7 Recap

Posted on March 11, 2023March 11, 2023 by bostonjimmie

Well, we can officially put this one in the books. After a 2 year wait due to the pesky pandemic, Dominican Big Leaguer (DBL) Cigars finally got to host their best retailers and friends in the Dominican Republic for the grand opening of the company’s new Tamboril cigar and box factory. To say it was Read more about Cigar Lifestyle: Dominican Big Leaguer (DBL) Cigars 10th Anniversary and Tour No. 7 Recap[…]

Stogie Press Best Cigar Lounges – 2022

Posted on January 20, 2023January 20, 2023 by bostonjimmie

Fresh out of the pandemic, 2022 was an action-packed year for Stogie Press. There were many events coupled with travel – not just for cigars but also work and pleasure. Like previous years, I try to make my way to new lounges whenever I can, and many times I find myself in some old favorites Read more about Stogie Press Best Cigar Lounges – 2022[…]

Cigar Lifestyle: Destination Herf 2023 – Miami, Florida

Posted on January 17, 2023January 17, 2023 by bostonjimmie

Well it is that time again, the start of the new year and the beginning of a years worth of exciting cigar events, festivals and trade shows. The 2023 cigar calendar kicked off with the 2nd Annual Destination Herf – Miami cigar event. As in the past, the event was primarily sponsored by Caldwell Cigars Read more about Cigar Lifestyle: Destination Herf 2023 – Miami, Florida[…]

Cigar Lifestyle: 2022 Cigar Heritage Festival – Ybor City

Posted on December 12, 2022December 12, 2022 by bostonjimmie

Every year in December cigar enthusiasts from all over the United States land in Ybor City, Florida otherwise known as Cigar City USA – the historical cigar capital of the United States, to celebrate the cigar lifestyle and culture. I’ve been to the festival several times and this year the festival rights were acquired by Read more about Cigar Lifestyle: 2022 Cigar Heritage Festival – Ybor City[…]

The Drew Estate Savage Feast: 25+ Years of Gratitude – Family – Hospitality

Posted on October 28, 2022October 28, 2022 by bostonjimmie

In case you don’t want to labor through this article, and you want to cut right to the chase, here is a little video collage I put together that captures the spirit and comradery at Drew Estate’s 2022 Barn Smoker Capstone event – THE SAVAGE FEAST that took place at the South Fork Ranch in Read more about The Drew Estate Savage Feast: 25+ Years of Gratitude – Family – Hospitality[…]

The Drew Estate 2022 Connecticut Barn Smoker Recap

Posted on August 21, 2022August 21, 2022 by bostonjimmie

The weekend of August 12 – 14 was quite the epic adventure for my Taking It To The Nub co-host Quinton Brown, my wonderful BOTL Andy Tosetti and myself as we started gathered with 100’s of fellow Drew Estate fans for the Annual Connecticut Barn Smoker. This is one that I personally have been wanted Read more about The Drew Estate 2022 Connecticut Barn Smoker Recap[…]

Cigar News: Empire Social Lounge Brickell to Celebrate 6-year Anniversary in 80’s Style

Posted on June 2, 2022 by bostonjimmie

Empire Social Lounge Brickell has announced they will be celebrating their 6- year anniversary with an 80’s Themed Event along with special guest, Steven Bauer, who played iconic 80’s character “Manolo” from Scarface in attendance. The highly anticipated anniversary soiree always carries fun and unique themes, and this year is no different. The event will Read more about Cigar News: Empire Social Lounge Brickell to Celebrate 6-year Anniversary in 80’s Style[…]

Cigar Lifestyle: No Joke Smoke 2022 – What If? – By Kalani Matsuura

Posted on May 22, 2022May 22, 2022 by bostonjimmie

The 13th annual No Joke Smoke 2022 dinner was held on 4/2/22 and hosted by Kalani Matsuura from Mokuleia Cigar Company. The theme this year was What If..?. After waiting for 2 years due to the pandemic, the Hawaii cigar community got to experience smoking with their fellow brothers and sisters of the leaf. Every Read more about Cigar Lifestyle: No Joke Smoke 2022 – What If? – By Kalani Matsuura[…]

Lifestyle – Drew Estate Florida Barn Smoker and DE-25 Pre-Party – Game On!

Posted on May 19, 2022May 20, 2022 by bostonjimmie

Last weekend was all about Drew Estate and their 25+ years of re-birthing cigars. This was supposed to happen last year but was postponed due to the pandemic but the company did not disappoint their fans at this first of 5 major events celebrating DE25. This was the Florida Barn Smoker and DE25 pre-party. If Read more about Lifestyle – Drew Estate Florida Barn Smoker and DE-25 Pre-Party – Game On![…]