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TommyBB · 01-08-2009, 08:35 AM

Why in this room? Well, these places also offer libations sometimes.

Good morning folks.
I'm pleased to announce another new Cigarticle series. Today is the premiere of "Local Flavor." Our contributing editors (and any of you who would like to join their ranks by writing for us) are going out into their various locales, and they're seeking out places to smoke, and will submit full out articles and interviews with the owners/tobacconists where possible.

I want to thank David Carpenter (dcarp) for a REALLY well done piece

Quote:

Local Flavor #1, Washington D. C. Shelly's Back Room

Just after New Years, I sat down and smoked a Romeo y Julieta Reserve Maduro with Bob Materazzi, owner of Shelly’s Back Room to discuss what has made Shelly’s a success. First, a little history: In the late 1990’s, Shelly Jacobs opened a few restaurants called “Shelly’s Wood Roast”. In addition to full service dining fare, Shelly’s Wood Roast also featured a lounge called “The Back Room” where diners could grab a drink and a smoke before or after their meal. Shelly’s Wood Roast is no longer around, but The Backroom has survived thanks to Bob's purchase of the business in 2000 . In the time since, Bob has continually improved on The Back Room by updating the menu, increasing the quality of libations at the bar and employing a friendly wait staff to take care of any customer's needs.

We hope you all enjoy these and find them useful.
Editor.

mshade · 01-10-2009, 06:33 AM

I've heard about Shelly's and how nice it is, but Dave's article gives you a real feel for the place. I'll have to stop in for a smoke when I get down to D.C.

Thanks for the article, Dave.

jazznut · 01-10-2009, 09:35 AM

Great piece, Dave.

Makes me want to walk right into the lounge and make myself comfortable!

DrugCzar · 01-12-2009, 05:39 AM

Dave,

I'm guessing the problem with customer service has resolved?

Jim

01-10-2009, 06:33 AM	#2
mshade Club Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Lititz Posts: 3,032	I've heard about Shelly's and how nice it is, but Dave's article gives you a real feel for the place. I'll have to stop in for a smoke when I get down to D.C. Thanks for the article, Dave. __________________ - Mark

01-10-2009, 09:35 AM	#3
jazznut Managing Editor Emeritus Herf God Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Montreal, Canada Posts: 26,082	Great piece, Dave. Makes me want to walk right into the lounge and make myself comfortable! __________________ My whisky adventure began at the age of nine. Good things DO take time!

01-12-2009, 05:39 AM	#4
DrugCzar Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 297	Dave, I'm guessing the problem with customer service has resolved? Jim Last edited by DrugCzar; 01-12-2009 at 05:45 AM.

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