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I'm just waiting for the rain to stop. Last weekend it was 42°C (I think that's around 110°F) and this weekend it's the exact opposite. I think 110 mm (or 4.3 inches) of rain has fallen in my suburb in the last 24 hours. It's not all 'doom and gloom' though, as my wife and I caught up with some dear friends last night for dinner and wine; the rain eased, and we enjoyed some fine cigars on the deck outside. Today, I will be watching the NFL postseason games (and tomorrow).

These cigars are obviously cursed. If you do not immediately send them to all recipients on FOH with the screen name of JDoughty, you will have seven years of bad luck. Your spouse will leave you, you will be permanently haunted by the ghost of Winston Churchill, and all the cigars in your humidor will turn into grape flavored Swisher Sweets. Forward this suggestion to at least ten people who must do the same to break the curse, and you will enjoy fame and fortune. And I will enjoy your cigars. 😁

Partagás Presidentes - SUL Jul 2023...

I’d be pleased as punch to have that box in my possession.🤓

As long as it smokes and tastes good I’m all for it.

Bougie. Not my taste. To each their own, probably wasted on me.

When I see wrappers like that on any cigar, it tells me this one’s gonna be a step up in and the step up and strength. 🤩

Great video. Thanks for sharing.

Shouldn't this competition be about who can gain the most weight? That would be the real fat bastid competition, one that I might stand a chance of winning.

After seeing this video at an early time elsewhere, I contacted them about securing some of their cigars. It was seemingly a logistical nightmare to get them into the US and it was ultimately suggested that I have some friends who live in Toronto within Canada secure them to be brought when they come into the US. All this was before they moved to their new location. Needless to say, I unfortunately don’t have them yet, but I’m still looking forward to trying them. Their story reminds me of Martinez in New York City…

Saturday morning with number 13 out of the box. Best one so far.

URL AGO ‘01 RG Lonsdales - sourdough, cinnamon, raisins - medium full - slightly tight draw but still great smoke production. 2 hours of vintage Cuban smoking pleasure.

Past couple of smokes. The RASS was the last of my TUA Oct 20 box. I have appreciated their service 😆

I've been to PV and Cozumel a dozen times each over the years and its always a blast hanging out in the lounge. I've never personally seen any shenanigans and everything I've purchased from them has smoked great. I've only ever seen second hand and word of mouth claims online of wrong doings.

It's been more fun than a frog in a glass of milk ⚡💀 ⚡

I meant to attach this picture, for a realistic depiction…

Don't remember any names, but they weren't busy at all, negotiated everything down from the sticker prices and were a hoot to hang out with for an hour.

Yes, I’ve bought in Puerto Vallarta and Mexico City. Both seem legit.

Christmas gift from the wife. Not bad, but a bit young.

Did you meet Moises Vargas?

Torrisi, NYC Apps: Amberjack Crudo Clam Boule Zeppole with Pineapple Jam Wrapped in Prosciutto Pasta Dishes: (Which were the real stars of the evening.) Tortellini Pomodoro - Amazing! They are famous for this. Raviolini with Blue Prawns and Saffron Maccheroni Amatriciana - Not pictured, but also wonderful. Main Dover Sole Desert Affogato Warm Big Apple Danish We came for the Affogato, but the waiter said they have a special desert tonight called the Warm Big Apple Danish. He said if we didn't think it was the best desert we have ever tasted, that he would pay for it, so we got that too. Damn if he wasn't right. Never tasted anything like it before.

I actually like ugly, or mottled, wrappers. To me, they add character. Weird but I'm just being honest lol. If they're oily and smell great then I wouldn't worry.

Some good quality meat. Consumable. Doesn't clog up the house. Maybe the arteries... (For the fat Bastid thread.) Pork shoulder chops, beef ribeye, game. Jobs a good 'un.

I visit Zurich regularly and would recommend Manuels for a cigar and drink, it has a very nice lounge. Cigar selection isn't huge though. The LCDH owner, Sammi, does need to go on a customer service course, but I've met worse in Germany! It's worth a visit to see what they have but don't expect USA levels of service.