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Blockbuster cigars abound in this issue, which has a collection of specially shaped Fuente Fuente OpusX cigars, news on the Padr�n Family Reserve brand, ratings on hot new Cuban cigars and much, much more.

New Artful Room 101 Cigars Coming
The Room 101 LTD Conjura brand will feature dazzling limited-edition artwork from Robert Atkinson.

Alec Bradley Adds
to Family Blend
Originally one size only, Alec Bradley's Family Blend cigar will soon be available in five sizes.

Connoisseur's
Corner
Well aged cigars can be glorious. In this edition of Connoisseur's Corner, we showcase six stunning smokes, including a Cuban classic.

Massachusetts Eyes Big Cigar Tax Hike
The budget proposed by Governor Deval Patrick includes increasing the cigar tax to 110 percent.

Davidoff
Moving South
Davidoff of Geneva is closing its Stamford, Connecticut, headquarters and moving to Florida.

Gordon Mott writes about cooking with chef Charlie Palmer.

David Savona describes the best way to enjoy the NFL playoffs.

James Suckling has a major run-in with U.S. Customs.

Jack Bettridge speaks with Scotch master blender John Ramsay.

Marvin R. Shanken writes about how he conceived the idea for a charity golf tournament and how it came to fruition.

Cigar Diary: Cuba's Best Market
What would the Cuban cigar market look like if the U.S. embargo was lifted today? European editor James Suckling answers the question.

Star In A Cigar Ad
C.A.O. International Inc. Is running a contest that can put you in the pages of Cigar Aficionado.

Cigar Toy: Pali� Cigar Cutters
This double-bladed guillotine cuts with precision and can double as a cigar rest if needed.

Ashton Releases Limited-Edition Smokes
Ashton's VSG Eclipse and ESG 23 cigars are arriving in tobacco shops now.

Los Angeles Passes Outdoor Restaurant Smoking Ban
The city of angels has passed an outdoor smoking ban that targets restaurants with patios.

New Cigar Aficionado on Sale Now
In the February issue of Cigar Aficionado, we speak with comedian George Lopez about his love of cigars while he reflects on his 30 years in comedy. Also in this issue, our Top 25 Cigars of 2009 list, a visit with golfer Nick Faldo and a look at how gamblers are cheating casinos using video cameras.

Cigar Industry Sends Aid to Haiti
In the wake of the devastating earthquake that hit Haiti, many cigar industry notables have pledged aid.

BREAKING NEWS: Swedish Match, S.T. Group to Merge
The new company would produce more than 2.5 billion cigars annually and combine the makers of C.A.O and Macanudo.

2009 Big Smoke Las Vegas Coverage
Check out all the action from last year's Big Smoke in Sin City, including our photo gallery.

PGA Tour Takes Notice of Els for Autism Golf Tourney
Check out televised coverage of the Els for Autism golf tournament, an event sponsored by Cigar Aficionado, by clicking here.

Els for Autism Charity Golf Tourney Raises More Than $500,000 PGA Tour pro Ernie Els and Cigar Aficionado editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken teamed up to help raise more than half a million dollars for autism research. Click here to read the news story, and Click here to view the photo gallery of the event.