Have not made a post recently not that anyone gives a fuck but hey fuck it I drink coffee and smoke cigars. In this picture we got a freshly made cappuccino watching the view and listening to Mac DeMarco. I’ve been enjoying the holiday season with family, food and booze. Drinking wine has become the new fad in my life after having some at a dinner party and enjoying it so much because I’ve never really drank red wine before that time to much and never really knew how to properly drink it. So because of that getting four bottles a week has been the normal while also indulging in home cooking which I really have never done to this extent either, here are some of the dishes I’ve made for myself and family recently.
Fettuccine Alfredo with Steak
Blackened Salmon over Baby Arugula
I think Lamb
Arugula Salad
These are a few dishes I have made all very delicious.
Besides all of this just work as usual, coffee, cigars, and family all my favorite thing
This weekend I went all in on my favorite cigars and stocked up a little too heavy on Padróns. I had three Padrón 90th Anniversary Naturals, one Padrón 1964, a few My Father Blues, Oliva Melanios, and several other classics that never disappoint.
I decided to indulge since a good friend came to town. We shared a couple bottles of Macallan 12 Sherry Oak and Double Cask, and every pour was perfect. The weather couldn’t have been better—cool enough for a jacket, a light breeze in the air, and a perfect view to match.
The real star of the weekend was the Padrón 1926 90th Anniversary. As you’d expect, it’s an exceptional cigar. My only complaint is that when I finish one, I immediately want another. The flavors come together beautifully, and when you retrohale, you get a smooth, creamy richness that pairs perfectly with Macallan 12 or a strong espresso.
If I had to choose one cigar to smoke for the rest of my life, this would be it. At around $40 per stick, it’s worth every cent in my eyes. You don’t smoke a Padrón because your friends are over—your friends come over because you’re having a Padrón.
If you know anyone who appreciates a great cigar, gift them this one and I can guarantee they won’t be disappointed. As of now, the Padrón 1926 90th Anniversary holds the title as my new number one favorite cigar.
Spending a little over two weeks in Tampa, Florida was a really refreshing change of scenery and weather. The vibe was completely different, laid back but full of energy, and it’s definitely the kind of place I’d recommend if you’re younger. I didn’t take too many photos this time around, aside from a few shots of my cigars.
Côté France French Café
One of the biggest highlights for me was the coffee. Tampa has some of the best coffee shops I’ve ever been to. My favorite was Côté France French Café, where I tried both their espresso and a regular drip coffee. The flavor had so many distinct notes you could pick up on, rich, complex, and perfectly balanced. The owner told me they exclusively serve Cafés Richard, a French coffee brand that’s huge in Europe and just starting to branch into the U.S. It made sense, the coffee had that elegant European depth to it. They also had a selection of pastries and cookies that looked incredible, though I didn’t try any this time around.
Outside of the coffee, Tampa also surprised me with its cigar scene. I spent a good amount of time at Grand Cathedral Cigars, which was rated the best cigar lounge in the world in 2022, and it’s easy to see why. The place is an old church that’s been transformed into a lounge and bar, and the atmosphere is incredible. The cigars were kept at perfect humidity, and the quality was outstanding. I picked up a few different cigars throughout my stay, a couple were a bit tight on the draw, but that’s bound to happen here and there. Overall, though, the experience was top-tier.
Grand Cathedral Cigars
The interior of Grand Cathedral was beautiful, with high ceilings, warm lighting, and a social yet relaxed environment that made it the perfect spot to unwind. Between the coffee, cigars, and the general atmosphere of Tampa, the trip felt like the ideal balance between rest and indulgence. The weather couldn’t have been better either, warm days with a bit of a chill creeping in by the time I was leaving. The city itself had a charm to it, beautiful scenery, good energy, and just enough pace to keep things interesting.
The morning was perfect. Cool air, bright sun , just quiet enough to hear the birds chirping . I lit an Aging Room cigar and poured myself a strong cup of coffee. The smoke was smooth, the coffee hit just right, and for a moment everything was right baby. No rush, no noise just a simple start to the day that was simple.
We started the night by going to a wonderful local Italian restaurant. The restaurant welcomed me right in. Once we all sat down, I promptly got straight to the point and ordered myself a Buffalo Trace Old-Fashioned with extra cherries and light simple syrup, such a tasty drink. I really love it.
Further into the night, I ordered myself a chicken dish which wasn’t fantastic, but when you’re drinking and you’ve got a little buzz going, who cares what it tastes like you just stuff your face regardless. We got some appetizers, including Baked Clams, which were really nice.
Overall, the evening was beautiful, fun, and very pleasant, especially because I was with some of my favorite people, my dad and sister. I finished about three drinks in the restaurant. When I came home, I had another two drinks with a beautiful Davidoff Millennium Cigar.
It was my first time smoking this cigar, and it was just so wonderful. The cigar really was something else. I understand why it’s $40 a stick. It’s definitely worth it to smoke this cigar. It feels like you’re a baby and your mom is taking care of you when you’re sick. The only bad thing about the cigar is that eventually you smoke the whole thing, and then you want another one.
To introduce the afternoon, I reached for one of my go-to cigars — the beautiful AVO Synchro. The day was gorgeous, the breeze perfect, and the temperature at that just-right sweet spot. Lighting up an AVO Synchro felt like the perfect way to complement this perfect weather.
I cut the cigar, put the flame to it, and took a welcomed puff. To my surprise, I got the door slammed in my face with a tight draw. As you’d expect, I took another puff — still tough. In all the times I’ve had this cigar, it had never let me down. For the next fifteen minutes I wrestled with it, hoping it would open up and welcome me as it always had before. I sat in despair, poked it, rolled it between my fingers, and with the added assistance — to my disappointment, it never opened up.
I looked around at this beautiful day and thought, How am I going to let a bad cigar ruin it? Instead of heading inside and cutting my afternoon short, I opened my humidor and grabbed a flagship cigar — the wonderful and gorgeous Liga Privada No. 9.
This time the cigar delivered exactly what I needed: perfect draw, rich flavor, and a flawless burn. It reminded me why it’s a staple in my collection and why it has never left me unsatisfied.
While puffing on this cigar and enjoying every moment of it, I came to a realization: in life, no matter your situation or background, you will face small and large road bumps every day. You can settle for less and cut the afternoon short — or, like I did, you can grab a new friggin cigar.
This morning started with the kind of ritual that makes life feel richer: a hot cup of coffee, an Oliva Reserve Churchill cigar, and a soft overcast sky hanging over the water. The cigar — mellow yet full of flavor — paired beautifully with the coffee’s rich complexity as I looked out into the distance.
There’s not much more you could ask for than the simple pleasure of a well-crafted cigar alongside a satisfying cup of coffee. The more I’m able to enjoy moments like this, the more I appreciate the quiet beauty of life.
If I had to describe this morning in one word, it would be simple. Simple, because the cigar wasn’t overly complex, the coffee delivered exactly what you want from a hot cup, and the cool air with its gentle breeze set the perfect tone. Sometimes, simplicity is all you need.
Right now, I’m living in a pocket of pure bliss—smoking a Patron Natural 5000 cigar and savoring a perfectly cooked steak from BJ’s that tastes absolutely heavenly. There’s nothing on my mind except the anticipation of my next puff and the next bite. This is one of those rare moments when life slows down, and you realize how wonderful it truly is.
If I could capture the feeling of this moment in a single word, it would be chill. Life is chill. There’s nothing more I could ask for.
Chill Life 