This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes, for the first time, one of the first class innovators in the premium cigar industry - Tim Ozgener of OZ Family Cigars! The Ozgener family legacy lives on with Tim's return to the industry two years ago and we plan to explore not only the present, the future, but of course, the past. From his inspirational father to exploring his creative and philanthropic nature, it'll be a #take you don't want to miss. Enjoy!

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes back Baltimore's own son, Lee Marsh of Stolen Throne Cigars for our #289thTake! Last time we had Lee one, we explored his journey and the beginnings of Stolen Throne. This week, we continue to examine Lee's success and how a new brand's existence is finding success in today's market. As we all know, there are hundreds of brands out there, but Lee continues to set himself apart among his fans and colleagues. Looking forward to this one! Enjoy!

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes back two blasts from my past and the show as well. It's my privilege to welcome back Paul Costo & Tracy Spence of Oliva Cigar Co. & Nice Guys Cigar Agency. Paul and Tracy have been around the block a time or two when it comes to the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show and they've seen a lot come and go. These two gentlemen were also pivotal in my personal journey as well. We dive into the past and celebrate the present. Enjoy!

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Michael Herklots for #Take286! In what has become a post Trade SHow tradition, Michael has agreed to grace not only PCA, but us with a swift turnaround and return. We reflect on the the trade show together and, of course, enjoy some terrific Ferio Tego cigars together! Enjoy!

https://www.feriotego.com/

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the Coalition. That's right, the Cigar Coop Coalition in its entirety will rock the airwaves and live streams one last time before the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show 2024 kicksoff later this week. The esteemed group of gentlemen of William Cooper, Ben Lee, Erron Nielsen, Tripp Waldrop, and Denis Tsvang will unite together to answer some of the serious, most pointed, but also the most laughable questions about this year's "Super Bowl" of cigars. Buckle Up Sports Fans, Enjoy!

https://cigar-coop.com/2024/01/announcement-2024-big-board-for-pca-trade-show-is-live.html

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Kristoff Cigars' Glen Case back for our #284thTake. Kristoff is celebrating an impressive milestone in 2024 and to kickoff this year's Premium Cigar Association Trade Show season they announced a 20th Anniversary cigar will soon be available. Kristoff continues his steadfast and firm success over the past two decades with an amazing past 5 years. We catch up with Glen and all things Kristoff. Enjoy!

Kristoff celebrates 20 years: https://cigar-coop.com/2024/02/kristoff-twentieth-anniversary-to-debut-at-pca-2024-cigar-news.html

New Packaging: https://cigar-coop.com/2024/02/new-packaging-for-kristoff-vengeance-to-launch-at-pca-2024.html

Kristoff continues to provide PCA exclusive: https://cigar-coop.com/2024/02/kristoff-pca-signature-series-2024-to-be-released-at-trade-show-cigar-news.html

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Denis Tsvang & Tripp Waldrop of Let’s Get Pairing! We’ve had some epic shows over the years! Let’s have another one! Bring your favorite pairing and join us!! Enjoy!

https://www.letsgetpairing.com/

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of one of our favorite, and OG #Takes! Welcome Back Nicolás Antonio Jiménez of Pan Con Podcast, Dade Magazine and El Vecino Cigar Lounge for or #282ndTake! It's been a while since Nick has been on the pod and a lot of water has gone over the dam and under the bridge for the former Cigar Snob Senior Editor. What's Nick up to these days and how's life as it pulls him in 1000 different directions? The answer: cigars. Cigars are the answer to every question. We can't wait to catch up with Nick! See you Sunday at 9:30pm CST! Enjoy!

Dade Magazine: https://www.dademag.com/

Pan Con Podcast: https://www.dademag.com/panconpodcast

El Vecino Cigar Lounge: https://elvecinomiami.com/

Midnight in Havana: https://www.cigarsnobmag.com/editorial/2015/02/06/midnight-in-havana/

Cuba: Between the Lines: https://www.cigarsnobmag.com/editorial/2015/02/06/midnight-in-havana/

Rosa Maria Paya interview: https://www.dademag.com/features/2020/10/27/pan-con-podcast-rosa-maria-paya-cuba-decide

Norman Van Aken interview: https://www.dademag.com/features/2019/9/13/pan-con-podcast-chef-norman-van-aken

Ariete Hospitality Group: https://arietehospitality.com/concepts/

Foie Gras: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cka7_aeNRAj/

LGC Trunk Show: https://twitter.com/nicolasajimenez/status/1762318269946499180

Kim Jong-Il reference: https://kimjongillookingatthings.tumblr.com/

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes is proud to welcome for the first time, the dapper and distinguished mind behind Black Star Line Cigars! Aric Bey sits down for our #281stTake and we sample some of his wares. This former firefighter brings a lot to the table and to the industry, but you know me, I'm all about the journey.