I had a mission today. Go for a run (for the first time in many weeks). On that run, I knew there was a smoke shop on Forward Avenue in Pittsburgh. My uncle Dom turns 65 today and I wanted to bring him something (his wife, my Aunt Barb, is hosting a cook out). Well, when I think of Uncle Dom, I think of cigars.
Low and behold, Maduro Smoke Shop is open 7 days a week and owner, Rachel Springer was in to cater to my novice cigar buying ways. I told her all of the above and that I do not know what type of taste or strength he tends to buy. She said to get one in the middle. That makes sense! She then asked for a price range. I said that I had no clue, but $20 was fine... I assumed the best probably went at $40+ a piece. She said $20 could get me an excellent cigar. Check out her custom made business cards (all complete with a witty slogan on the front). I just love small business owner's who know their ish. Ms. Springer, thanks for making my day that much easier.