Pay her what she wants and then fire everybody involved that way you can concentrate on what matters which is running your business and making sure this new location gets established and turn profitable asap.
Just my 2 cents.
I mean buy ONE 50 Cab and pass it around and let everybody select their own cigar. The presentation of a 50 will earn you a baller reputation, especially since they don't make them anymore. (Sorry I just can't stop)
Havana House (Whiter and Alhambra)
Cana Rum Bar (DTLA but get there when they open)
Grand Havana Room (but you need to know a member)
Gulfstream in Newport Beach
7Grand, DTLA
BH Four Seasons
Altadena Ale House