Cigar Store
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A visit to Davidoff of London cigar shop – with an unexpected and delightful ending!
As I aim to visit every single cigar shop, cigar sampling lounge, and cigar terrace across London (and beyond), there’s one place I have visited a couple of times over my cigar journey but haven’t reviewed yet, Davidoff of London – one of the most popular cigar shops in town. Renowned for its exceptional selection of…
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My incredible cigar experience in… Croatia 🇭🇷
*Warning: This is a long blog post – I had sooo many great experiences out there – I didn’t want to leave them out! So apologies in advance 🙏* Every now and then, I like to get cheap flights and an Airbnb and do a bit of travelling. As a cigar enthusiast, every trip these days…
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A return visit to Tomtom Cigars & Coffee to check out their cigar sampling lounge
A few years ago, I visited Tomtom Cigars & Coffee, super close to Victoria train station in London. I sat outside the shop and enjoyed a cigar during the visit. Later, I discovered that there was a cigar lounge downstairs, but it was only open on certain days of the week. Regrettably, I missed out…
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Enjoying exceptional cigars at OM Cigars London, close to Camden
I love to keep up with the latest cigar venues opening across London. Last year, it came to my attention that Primrose Hill, near Camden, London, was getting a new cigar shop and sampling lounge, OM Cigars London. So, for a while, this has been on my wishlist of places I want to visit—as I try…
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A visit to the Cigar Terrace at Dakota Hotel and Astons of Manchester
If you’ve been following my cigar journey, you know I love visiting all the different cigar venues whenever I travel to a different place. I recently spent a few days in Manchester, the UK’s third-biggest city. Unlike London, there are only a few cigar venues up there. Whenever I speak to a cigar enthusiast from…
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A visit to CGars – The City, cigar shop and sampling lounge in London’s square mile
Mitchell Orchant, cigar boss and visionary behind CGars Ltd, has orchestrated a remarkable expansion of his cigar empire in recent years, establishing a growing number of cigar venues across the United Kingdom. One notable addition to this is CGars – The City, which opened last year in May 2023, strategically located in the heart of…
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Exploring Hamburg, Germany’s finest cigar venues
Recently, I went on a trip to Hamburg, Germany, where my itinerary included exploring spots such as the Miniatur Wunderland, Speicherstadt (Warehouse District), Elbphilharmonie, Hamburg Harbor, Reeperbahn, and Hamburg City Hall (Rathaus). Of course, being a cigar enthusiast, I prioritised visiting as many different cigar venues as possible between these sightseeing adventures, too – it had to be done! I turned to Google…
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A visit to Surrey Cigars shop, sampling lounge and cigar night in Guildford
As I continue in documenting my exploration of the world of cigars and strive to explore numerous cigar establishments in London and beyond, I can honestly say I have experienced some of the most unforgettable days and nights. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting intriguing individuals, both cigar enthusiasts and cigar connoisseurs, with whom I’ve had…
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Cigars Unlimited in South West, London
As a cigar enthusiast I have been keen to visit as many different cigar venues across London (and beyond!), as I continue my cigar journey I recently found myself drawn to the allure of Cigars Unlimited, a cigar specialist tucked away in Fulham, South West London. I think I heard about this place years ago…
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An unforgettable night of sampling cigars at Farrants in Cobham, Surrey
If you’re a regular visitor to this website, you probably know that I love exploring different cigar spots in and around London and, more recently, in locations outside the city. I also enjoy sharing my experiences here after each visit. As more and more folk visit this website, it’s been quite a pleasant surprise for…
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Smoking aged cigars at Alfred Dunhill’s Bourdon House, London
A few weeks back, I had the pleasure of being invited to attend a cigar evening at the luxurious Alfred Dunhill establishment on Davis Street in Mayfair, London. For cigar enthusiasts, this establishment effortlessly blends the characteristics of a gentleman’s club, a cigar store, and a welcoming courtyard for enjoying cigars. It’s conveniently located near the Davis…
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City of London Cigars – Holborn
London we have a new destination to explore in the form of City of London Cigars, which has recently made its debut at 132-134 Grays Inn Road, Holborn, WC1X 8AS! The venue is so new that even Google Maps hasn’t had a chance to catch up and display an image of the new storefront. A…
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James J Fox Cigar Shop in London: Cigars, a sampling lounge, and museum – all in one!
In the heart of London, nestled at 19 St James’s Street, lies a true treasure that has not only captured the hearts of cigar enthusiasts but has also secured its place in history as the oldest cigar shop in the world. James J Fox, affectionately known as JJ Fox, is more than just a place…
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Smoking cigars in Edinburgh, Scotland – Part 3 – Jeffrey St
For the third and final part of my recent cigar adventure in Edinburgh, Scotland, I talk about my visit to… Jeffrey St. Whisky & Tobacco12-14 Jeffrey St Edinburgh ScotlandEH1 1DT United Kingdom This is a specialist Whisky & Tobacco shop which opened in 2014. It is situated in heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. They sell…
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Smoking cigars in Edinburgh, Scotland – Part 1 – The Cigar Box
Following a wee trip up to Edinburgh, Scotland, for the annual Edinburgh Fringe Festival, I decided that this trip wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a couple of cigar stores! First stop, the nearest one to my accommodation according to a quick search on Google maps, happened to be… The Cigar Box361 High St, Edinburgh,…