Via: Lindsay Heller

Thanks to the power of social media and the large cigar-loving community out there in cyberspace, I am proud to announce to all of you the first of what will hopefully be many events: the 1st Cigar Tweet-Up in New York City!!! What better way is there to celebrate the coming of Spring and the final weekend of pre-season baseball than surrounded by fellow cigar enthusiasts?? And to top it off, I am proud to announce that this first tweet-up is sponsored by Camacho Cigars! Our friends at Camacho will be providing you with a special cigar to enjoy during the event, but what will it be? A Liberty, a 10th Anniversary??  You need to come down to Nat Sherman to find out and reap the rewards!!

As many of you know I work at Nat Sherman on 42nd St right in the heart of Manhattan and we have a lovely and large space that’s perfect for gatherings of cigar smokers.  On Saturday, 27 March 2010 I am pleased to be able to open our doors to anyone and everyone for a plethora of specials, deals, and unique opportunities to not only enjoy your favourite smokes in our store, but to also stock on up on your smoking needs without breaking the bank.

I will be announcing all of the unique aspects of this event in parts such as the special cigar that will be given away to sample and which cigar manufacturer will be making a special appearance during the day to smoke and hang out with everyone, but first comes first: all deals, box specials, etc will be available to EVERYONE whether you are in-store with us or not.  I know that some of you would love to come and enjoy spending the day with us but you live too far away, so if you still want to take advantage of the special offers all you have to do is call 1-800-MYCIGAR or e-mail me at lheller@natsherman.com!  And speaking of Spring Training and the impending baseball season, spend at least $75.00 during the Tweet-Up from 10a until 7p on 27 March and receive a limited edition Nat Sherman baseball cap (a $25.00 value) for FREE.

Guests Enjoy Intimate Encounters with Pros Across a Variety of Art Genres as Part of EPIC’s Newly Launched Program

What:
EPIC, Kimpton’s new lifestyle, waterfront boutique hotel in downtown Miami, is featuring Camacho Cigars for the second EPIC Wine Hour Presents: Art Of series as cigar specialist Carlos Escalona discusses the art of cigars.

Photo/ Video Op:
During the interactive session, Carlos will do a “cut and light” demonstration, cigar sampling, provide background and history on cigars as an art of form, and take questions from guests.

Who:
Carlos Escalona is a cigar specialist with Miami-based Camacho Cigars, one of the leading makers of premium cigars. One of the most recognized names in the cigar industry, Escalona came to Miami from Manzanillo, Cuba in 1966. He started with Camacho as the director of business development and now has fifteen years experience with cigars, including his namesake brand, the Camacho Scorpion.

Camacho Cigars which was founded in Miami in 1961 by Cuban exile Simon Camacho who opened a factory and started making cigars from Central American tobacco. His brand quickly earned an excellent reputation in the United States and internationally.

When:
Thursday, March 11, 2010 – 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Where:
EPIC Hotel – 16th Floor, Area 31 Outside Terrace
270 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Miami
Valet parking is available.
News crews and satellite truck parking is available in the lot adjacent to the hotel.

Background:
From mixology to today’s modern masters, “EPIC Wine Hour Presents: The Art of” series invites guests to enjoy intimate talks and demonstrations by leading experts across a variety of art genres on select dates during the already popular wine hour program held on the hotel’s 16th floor pool deck.

Day of Event Contacts:
Jennifer Herrera / Lani Gerlak
M. Silver Associates
954-765-3636 (office) / 786-512-8966 (Jennifer’s Cell)
Jennifer@msilver-pr.com / Lani@msilver-pr.com

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ABOUT EPIC
A member of the award-winning San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, EPIC is located at the edge of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay, and combines the style of a cosmopolitan boutique hotel with the amenities of a resort to create a sophisticated oasis for guests amidst the energy and pulse of Miami. The hotel’s 411 rooms and suites are artfully designed by Cheryl Rowley, with furnishings that convey an understated sense of cool, and all feature private balconies that provide inspiring views of the city and bay. Hotel offerings include a 13,752-square-foot wrap-around pool deck with private cabanas; Area 31 restaurant, offering premium seafood with a Mediterranean influence; a spa and fitness center operated by Exhale; River Lounge, a new waterfront lounge; 11,000 square feet of indoor meeting and event space; a 32,500 square foot EPIC Lawn; and a private marina.

ABOUT KIMPTON
San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a collection of boutique hotels and chef-driven restaurants in the US, is an acknowledged industry pioneer and was the first to bring the boutique hotel concept to America. Founded in 1981 by Bill Kimpton, the company is well-known for making travelers feel welcomed and comfortable while away from home through intuitive and unscripted customer care, stylish ambience and having a certain playfulness in its approach to programs and amenities. Each hotel provides a range of exciting culinary experiences through locally-loved, top-rated, destination, chef-driven restaurants. Kimpton leads the hospitality industry in ecological practices through its innovative EarthCare program that spans all hotels and restaurants. Privately held Kimpton has consistently earned high customer satisfaction scores by the Market Metrix Hospitality Index, exceeding other hotel companies including those in luxury and upscale segments. Among the company’s newest properties are the LEED registered Hotel Palomar and LEED registered Square 1682 restaurant by Chef Guillermo Tellez in Philadelphia, PA, which opened in October 2009. Currently, projects are underway in New York City and Chicago. For more information, please visit www.KimptonHotels.com or call 1-800-KIMPTON.

ABOUT CAMACHO CIGARS
Founded in 1961 by Simon Camacho, Camacho Cigars® was acquired by the Eiroa family in 1995. Now part of the Oettinger Davidoff Group, Camacho Cigars® is one of the key players in the international cigar market. The flagship Camacho brand, made at Rancho Jamastran in Danli, Honduras, is comprised of 11 premium and super-premium line extensions: (Super-Premium: Diploma, 10th Anniversary Corojo, Liberty Series, Triple Maduro™, Select)(Premium: Corojo, Connecticut, Coyolar, Havana, SLR and Room101). Camacho Cigars also has 7 core brands, including Baccarat The Game, America’s #1 selling premium cigar. www.camachocigars.com

Camacho Cigars will be hosting a cigar tasting at Virgil Avenue Tobacco – Niagra Falls, NY. Please join us for a fun filled evening tasting some of the world’s finest cigars.

Account executive: Brad Hammond

Camacho Cigars will be hosting a cigar tasting with Morgan Hill Cigar – Morgan Hill, CA. Please join us for a fun filled evening tasting some of the world’s finest cigars & a special sampling of Matusalem Rum.

Account executive: Jake Fuller

Camacho Cigars will be hosting a cigar dinner with The Party Source – Cincinnati, OH. Please join us for a fun filled evening tasting some of the world’s finest cigars & a special sampling of Matusalem Rum.

Account executive: Tom Lazuka

Camacho Cigars will be hosting a cigar tasting with The Party Source – Bellevue, KY. Please join us for a fun filled evening tasting some of the world’s finest cigars & a special sampling of Matusalem Rum.

Account executive: Tom Lazuka

Camacho Cigars will be hosting a cigar tasting at Camacho Cigar Tasting at Taylor’s Pipe – Ft. Smith, AR. Please join us for a fun filled evening tasting some of the world’s finest cigars.

Account executive: Tracie Southern

Camacho Cigars will be hosting a cigar tasting with Malibu Cigar – Malibu, CA. Please join us for a fun filled evening tasting some of the world’s finest cigars & a special sampling of Matusalem Rum.

Account executive: Jake Fuller

New Facebook Contest: Post a photo of any of your Camacho swag. Winner gets (1) box of Camacho Diploma. Contest ends Friday, March 12 at 5:00PM EST and winner will be selected at random. Post #100 will get a ceramic Camacho Cigars ashtray.

Click here to visit the Camacho Facebook page

Date: March 18 – 21, 2010
Time: 12PM – 6PM
Davidoff Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay

Join us at Davidoff of Geneva at the Mandalay Bay Casino for a very special March Madness event. Buy (3) Camacho Cigars, get (1) FREE hand-rolled cigar.
RSVP on FaceBook