Violins & Cigars

Posted December 6th, 2008

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Happy 80th Birthday [March 15 2007] to violin virtuoso Aaron Rosand! In this video he demonstrates his theory about the role of cigars in performance. Like the mighty redwoods in the backdrop he is still going strong after many, many years. We all wish him well at this milestone in his career. More [...]

4 Tips for Lighting a Cigar

Posted August 17th, 2008

For new smokers, lighting a cigar can seem as daunting as learning to choose a good single.  Here are four tips to guide you in lighting a cigar for the first time.
1.  Use cedar matches, if possible.  If you prefer to use a lighter, make sure it’s butane lighter to avoid strong odors. 
2.  Warm the [...]