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Welcome to the Tampa Cigar Aficionado web site! Our goal is to put together a group of people that enjoy cigar smoking, and periodically visit the various cigar-friendly establishments in the Tampa Bay area. Our mission is to share the wonderful cigar history of Tampa while having a good time at it!
President - Pedro A. Galvez
VP - Tampa Chapter - Norm Boudreau
VP - St. Petersburg Chapter - Chris "Chip" Watson
 

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Monday, February 23, 2009

February is almost over ... hard to believe!

I managed to make it to two of the four events last Thursday, as they were fairly close to each other. The J. Fuego event at Cigar Castle was my first stop and it was quite a thrill to meet the man behind the much talked about J. Fuego cigar. The J. Fuego Delirium was an enjoyable smoke that started the night just right. Jesus Fuego is a very knowledgeable cigar man and it was a pleasure talking to him about his experience, the state of the industry, and what the future may bring. My next stop was at Tampa Humidor for their CAO event. I was hoping to chat with my friend Armando, who recently took over the Orlando-Tampa corridor in addition to his previous South Florida territory, after Kyle's departure. Unfortunately, he had another event that same night in South Florida, so his boss took Armando's place for the event. He confirmed we won't be seeing the Flavourettes any longer; apparently they became too much of a burden so we'll have to wait and see what they come up with next. For this event I chose a CAO Brazilia, which is still one of my favorites, though there is a lot to be said about the new LX2, which I enjoy more as an after dinner cigar. Till next week, mis amigos!

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Smoking a cigar is nothing like smoking a cigarette. When you smoke a cigar, you have time to think. It teaches you patience and tolerance, and gives you an appreciation of good company.

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