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Cigars in La Paz

capitolkat - 12-9-2010 at 02:44 PM

I've checked several stores that advertize cigars and they all have a small and poorly maintained section of maybe 5-10 selections. No domincans, nicaraguan, honduran and off brands of cuban. The wine shop on Marques de Leon, La Perla and others just don't have anything to buy. Anybody know of a real cigar shop? thanks

Sweetwater - 12-9-2010 at 03:34 PM

I don't but I'm waiting for that answer too........

There were street vendors in San Felipe that wanted $15 for a Cohiba and that just seemed like a voluntary robbery. Never saw good cigars when I was in La Paz.

Diver - 12-9-2010 at 03:38 PM

I found one cigar shop in La Paz a few years ago.
I asked at La Perla and the place was just to the north, within their building.
I think it was also a book store or curio shop.
They had a fair selection at the time; cubans, etc..

Marinero - 12-10-2010 at 09:36 PM

There is a wine store, cigar store Deli advertised in The Baja Citizen, a La Paz paper. I have never been there, but the location is Marquez de Leon & Guillermo prieto. Called La Cava del Patron. Claims to be well stocked and reasonable prices. If anyone tries it, how about an evaluation?

Marinero - 12-10-2010 at 09:38 PM

Oh, hours are 9am-9pm and phone # is 128 77 61. Closed Sunday.

Marinero - 12-10-2010 at 09:40 PM

I see the original poster has tried this place. Maybe the duty free at the La Paz airport?

DENNIS - 12-11-2010 at 08:42 AM

I'd rather smell a burning tire than a cigar. Come to think of it, they kind of smell the same.

Bob H - 12-11-2010 at 09:04 AM

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I'd rather smell a burning tire than a cigar. Come to think of it, they kind of smell the same.

Dennis, I have to respectfully disagree with you here. The smell of a "fine" cigar does not resemble anything near to a smoldering tire. As for cigarettes... yuk! :fire:

DENNIS - 12-11-2010 at 09:13 AM

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Originally posted by Bob H
Dennis, I have to respectfully disagree with you here. The smell of a "fine" cigar does not resemble anything near to a smoldering tire. As for cigarettes... yuk! :fire:

Not even a fine tire like a Michelin?
Thanks, Bob. I think this our annual Cigar Evaluation thread. :lol:

Sweetwater - 12-11-2010 at 11:00 AM

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Originally posted by DENNIS
I'd rather smell a burning tire than a cigar. Come to think of it, they kind of smell the same.

Dennis, I have to respectfully disagree with you here. The smell of a "fine" cigar does not resemble anything near to a smoldering tire. As for cigarettes... yuk! :fire:

YUP!

cigarettes are cancer sticks........a good cigar is a special occasion treat which rewards patience.

DENNIS - 12-11-2010 at 11:14 AM

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Originally posted by Sweetwater
a good cigar is a special occasion treat which rewards patience.

I thought that's what chopsticks were supposed to do. :light:

Sweetwater - 12-11-2010 at 11:19 AM

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Originally posted by DENNIS

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Originally posted by Sweetwater
a good cigar is a special occasion treat which rewards patience.

I thought that's what chopsticks were supposed to do. :light:

Fine women, fine wine and a good cigar........I don't need no chopsticks............. :cool:

Might I add that I'm very privileged to enjoy those three treats.... :saint:

capitolkat - 12-11-2010 at 12:01 PM

Dennis-- thanks for the fine hijack-- personal choice- not asking you to join me.

DENNIS - 12-11-2010 at 12:14 PM

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Dennis-- thanks for the fine hijack-- personal choice- not asking you to join me.

Not a hijack. Cigars come with attendant revulsion. The two can't be seperated, as much as you wish they could. :biggrin:

BajaBruno - 12-11-2010 at 03:53 PM

I looked all over La Paz a couple of years ago for cigars and could not find a decent supply. Maybe the Los Cabos area is better and a fellow would need to make a day of it and stock up.

Hijack redux

Dave - 12-11-2010 at 03:54 PM

Speaking of chopsticks:

I've had enough of the pretentious B.S.

Getting dirty looks every time I ask for a friggin fork.

This is AMERICA!

You people need to learn how to eat proper.

DENNIS - 12-11-2010 at 04:05 PM

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Speaking of chopsticks:

I've had enough of the pretentious B.S.

Getting dirty looks every time I ask for a friggin fork.

This is AMERICA!

You people need to learn how to eat proper.

If they don't want to give you a fork, just start eating with your hands.
"Yes sir. The fork is on it's way."

Dave - 12-11-2010 at 04:12 PM

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Originally posted by DENNIS
If they don't want to give you a fork, just start eating with your hands.
"Yes sir. The fork is on it's way."

Not referring to the establishment. They're always accommodating. It's the other white folks at the table.

Funny, they never complain when I ask for the check.

Marc - 12-11-2010 at 04:52 PM

Returning from Havana in 2001 the Bahama customs wanted $1.200 duty on my cigars. (that's 100%) I could either pay up, leave them behind, or mail them away. An agent escorted me to the airport post office. I couldn't mail to the USA so I mailed to a friend in London. Smoked them there, and brought some home later.
Seems that the airport in Nassau is not "international secured" so they will collect duty in certain items.
Funny part is ....all that trouble, and I don't even smoke. :?:

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mcfez - 12-11-2010 at 05:12 PM

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Originally posted by Sweetwater
I don't but I'm waiting for that answer too........

There were street vendors in San Felipe that wanted $15 for a Cohiba and that just seemed like a voluntary robbery. Never saw good cigars when I was in La Paz.

In ten years..I've never seen the street vendors hustling cigars.
There is a fine cigar shop in the alley off the malecon. Hand rolled stuff and imports (?).

DENNIS is pulling your leg. He loves the smell of cigars, in fact, here he is as a youngster puffing one up.

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capitolkat - 12-11-2010 at 07:13 PM

Kate thanks== Mcfez== where off the Malencon? Someone said close to Cafe Milano but I couldn't find it. Dennis since you won't be present when I smoke and only those who chose to smoke with me also enjoy my enjoyment don't worry and my brands don't resemble anything you describe== it's not something you could appreciate. Norm

Ken Bondy - 12-11-2010 at 07:29 PM

capitolkat how about just ordering them from an internet site like Thompson or Showmeyourash? I use both of them all the time and they are very reliable and have a huge selection.

capitolkat - 12-11-2010 at 07:34 PM

Ken how does that work? I have usually bought from Cigars International. How do they get here-through customs? I have a US mailing address that gets shipped to Cabo and I go down every few weeks to pick it up- can they just send them with no worries about the duty? Thanks-- Norm

Ken Bondy - 12-11-2010 at 07:40 PM

Not sure Norm, I've only had them shipped to the US. Perhaps you can just aske them how Mexico is handled. I use Thompson most often, here's their website address:
http://www.thompsoncigar.com

Ken Bondy - 12-11-2010 at 07:43 PM

Norm I found an FAQ about international shipping on the Thompson website: http://www.thompsoncigar.com/custserv/custserv.jsp?pageName=...
Looks like they don't ship to Mexico. Sorry for the false alarm.

Ken Bondy - 12-11-2010 at 07:47 PM

I just checked Showmeyourash, they also don't ship internationally. Guess this was a bad idea, sorry

I'm gonna pour a glass of wine, light up a Fuente Hemingway Classic, and be quiet for awhile.

DENNIS - 12-11-2010 at 08:02 PM

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Originally posted by capitolkat
Dennis since you won't be present when I smoke and only those who chose to smoke with me also enjoy my enjoyment don't worry and my brands don't resemble anything you describe== it's not something you could appreciate. Norm

Probably not. I mean....if it's going to cause a rash, why torture yourself??

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I just checked Showmeyourash

mcfez - 12-11-2010 at 08:21 PM

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Originally posted by capitolkat
Kate thanks== Mcfez== where off the Malencon? Someone said close to Cafe Milano but I couldn't find it. Dennis since you won't be present when I smoke and only those who chose to smoke with me also enjoy my enjoyment don't worry and my brands don't resemble anything you describe== it's not something you could appreciate. Norm

Acapulco @ Costero

Sweetwater - 12-12-2010 at 09:32 AM

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Acapulco @ Costero

Duly noted.........thanks.....

UPdate

capitolkat - 12-14-2010 at 09:12 AM

The good news-- City Club does have cigars. The badnews- all cubans and very expensive. they have my favorite- Montechristo NO 2, but at 595 pesos for three its a little pricy for me. Other in the case are similarly priced. So I was in Cabo yesterday and stopped by my favorite cigar bar - Hemingways- also known as J&J cigars- and looked for something more reasonable. 20% discount on boxes- but still stratospheric on good cubans but they did have a special house cigar called Hemingways from Mexico. I have had some good Mexicans so tried one and then bought a box. 967 pesos for 25 so compare that to the three Montechristos at City Club. In any case in January I'll be picking up some Olivias and CAOs in Phoenix to last me through the summer as I can't afford the cubans. Norm