Broad & Luxe Sunday Vibe Remix Party

Come celebrate with the gentleman from Broad & Luxe at thier annual Martin Luther King party at Marlo's in Irvington, for more info on this great event, click the flyer below...

New Jersey Cigar Festival

Barrister Cigars will hosting their first annual NJ Cigar Festival Saturday, April 2, 2011 from Noon to 6pm at the Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium.

You can meet some of the makers of your favorite cigars, right at the source, from the manufacturer's themselves. Also throughout the day, there will be seminars about the cigars and products.

If you want to purchase cigars, your more than welcome to purchase, and light up on the spot. Smoking is allowed in all area's of the festival.

But enough of the rambling, there's so more info that you need to know by clicking on this link, you'll get a wealth of information and then some, look forward to seeing you there! For more info about this event goto www.njcigarfestival.com

Grand Marnier Mimosa/ Networking Event

It's that time of year for networking again! What a better way to start the New Year off and to try to give your business a jump start and connect with like minded people. On January 15th, 2011 I'll be doing it again at the Barrister Lounge.

Same concept as before, I will introduce you to new and existing company's, and you will get to try one my favorite drinks, the Grand Marnier Mimosa. During the event you get the opportunity to network with other people and businesses, hand out business cards and flyer's and receive gifts throughout the night. My last event was successful because people are concerned about their business and taking it to the next level, and capitalizing on the American dream.

One of the special guests I'm bringing in for the night is master mixologist Trevor A. Nugent. Trevor has taken his passion and turned into a reality creating signature drinks and traveling the world looking for the best of the best in his field. For more info on Trevor and his work check out his blog at http://www.shakeandstirblog.com/

The cost for the event is $20.00, you will receive a raffle ticket to be eligible for a prize. There will be light food served during the event, and after the networking part of the party is over there will be an after party to close out the night.

Please RSVP by leaving your comment on the blog, and if you need more info, or you have a business and would like to network at this event, feel free to get in touch with me.

The Location: Barrister Lounge 2565 Rt. 22 West, Union NJ, 07083, the event will start at 10pm and end at 2am.

Some of the business's that will be there:

Royal Ace Ent.

L & K Limo

Broad & Luxe

Gone Green Entertainment

Soldier Fitness

Dan's Hat's

RJ Block Reality

Blazing Fitness

Kavani Clothing

PNC Bank

Gladiators Sports & Fitness Complex

Urban Cuts BarberShop

Payne Media Group

Platinum Cleaning Service

Ikon Wireless Solutions

B-Coy Productions

Bad Girl Radio

FutureGuru

DJ Mook Productions

Pam's Kitchen

My Elegant Touch Photography

Heavyn and Home Remodeling & Construction

Regal Communications

Heaven On Earth Massage Therapy

GlamLife Cozmetics

Market America

Come Up Entertainment

Cd/ Dvd Donation drive

I am doing my second annual Cd/DVDs/Tape drive for the troops. Any old Cd's, DVDs or tapes that you wish to rid your house, car, storage unit of I will gladly take.

Right before Christmas I will separate what I have between the different branches of service in Afghanistan to give the troops something from home, and to give then some support while they are there.

The drop off place will be at Barrister Cigars at 2565 Rt. 22 West, Union NJ, 07083. If you have any questions or concerns feel free to call me at 908-531-3076

Roc Nation Aviator Headphones

While they might not look like it, these new Roc Nation headphones are fairly understated, but you have Jay-Z to thank for that.

Available in your choice in three different colors, the Aviators sport a fashionable design and an "optics-inspired" polycarbonate housing, along with a pair of 40mm full range mylar drivers with neodymium magnets and a tangle free nylon cable complete with an in-line mic controls, no word on the price, but I'm sure if Jay had something todo with it, it might be pricey... For more info check www.skullcandy.com/aviator/

Head Blade

How does bald become beautiful? Wanna have a clean dome like Michael Jordan or Charles Barkley? Try the new S4 Shadow from HeadBlade ($99, http://www.headblade.com/ ) The razor was implemented because men wanted something easier than the regular blade. The latest straps to your hand via a rubber finger rest, allowing for a smooth passage over the contours of your scalp. Looking for a great Christmas gift for your man or yourself, this is for you.

The World Atlas of Whisky

Looking for a book on whisky? This is the book for you. Every whisky on the globe into just one book, but Dave Broom is the man up to the task. He visits 150 distilleries and tastes 350 whiskys to sum up many of the Earth's greatest. So experiment with a new taste or old favorite and prepare to immerse yourself in this stylish, beautiful collection, whether you savor with experience or are looking for that perfect first taste, this is the ideal whisky bible for you. For more info check octopusbook.co.uk/mitchell-beazley

Stout NYC

I was just recently in the city, and I was looking for a good place to eat and have a nice cold beer. I was told about a such place right under my nose on 33rd & 7th street called Stout NYC.
I walked in around noonish and was blown away by the high ceilings, old world feel and the 36' HDTV's across the bar. I was escorted to the bar, where I was given a front and back menu of the beers from across the world and the 25 different beers on tap.
When I saw they had my favorite beer and 4 different variations, I was given 4 glasses to try the different the flavors, and after I found the the one I wanted, I was poured a glass.
After putting in a order for my food, I walked around and saw the different levels and party rooms and when I walked downstairs, they had a 2 more bars, and another big room with more tv's in it. So if your a beer enthusiast, this is the place to go. Located at 133 W.33 St. (between 6th ave & 7th ave) New York, NY 10001 or you can goto thier website at http://www.stoutnyc.com/
Thanks for my friend Jo Mi for the information and you can follow her on twitter at @nitediva

BARRISTER MIDNIGHT POKER AND DOMINO'S EVENT

It's that time again, I am hosting a midnight and domino's event on Saturday October 9th, 2010 from 8pm to 2am. This is for all the fella's and the lady's.

I have 2 poker tables set up, one for tournament style play, based on house rules, and one for a cash game. And there will be also a domino table set up for double 6's and double 9's.

4 tables for play, air conditioned, we'll have menu's for food to be delivered. Leather sofa's and big screen tv's, ample parking. And everything else to make to make you feel welcome.

Football or Degrading Women

I was recently going thru the channels and I saw some scantily clad women running around in a commercial on some music channel. The commercial was so fast that I didn't really didn't get a chance to catch it.

But after seeing the commercial again a few days later i saw it was a commercial for women's football. I have no problem with women having their own sports, but this takes the cake. Let me ask you women this is a real sport or is this degrading?

In my opinion this is just a watered version of football with women running around with hockey style helmets, bras, panties. And from what I understand the sport caters to women who couldn't further their career in such sports as track & field, volleyball, soccer, basketball and so forth.

If you like this, it's your choice, but it's not for me, tell me what you think. If you need more info on this go to: www.lflus.com

Reinadao Cigar Event at Barrister Cigars

On Thursday September 2 , 2010, we were graced by Antionio Lamb, and his company Reinado Cigars. Tony was a once a regular at our store before he took his love and passion for cigars to the next level and created his own cigar.

During the event we sampled the 3 different sizes that his cigars come in, and also he took time out to do a question session with us about his product.

His cigar is currently on sale at Barrister Cigars (2565 Rt. 22 West Union) or to carry his cigar in your store, please check his website: www.reinadocigars.com

The Summer Shirt... The Guayabera

The best summer shirts are usually short-sleeved and lightweight. They need to be stylistically flexible enough to wear to the office, bar, or that beach wedding or that beach you're being dragged to next weekend. Guayberas are a time tested summer shirt.

This shirt in one form or other is part of the standard male attire in just about every Caribbean country. You can buy them from any website online that sells them or you can get them specially made like the one I have on in the picture (see left).

For more info about getting yours custom made, you can contact The Guayabera Lady at 305.443.9797 or goto her website http://www.theguayaberalady.com/ and tell her I sent you.

Befitting for a prized cigar....

'A fine cigar deserves the respect of a fine ashtray, a solid silver alter of an offering, an elevation where the senses of sight, smell and touch may be enjoyed in that one hour of life that cigar gives it's admirer'

This is a highly detailed sculpture. Dominated by the centerpiece of a proud silver lion, the beautifully balanced hand-finished tray is held up by two of the fabled 'Hear No Evil' and See No Evil' monkeys.

However the third mischievous monkey is hiding below, between the lions back legs, where he puffs, a hand-rolled 18ct cigar. The 'Smoke No Evil' monkey is the hidden hero of the piece.

For more info on the artist and to find other exclusive pieces please check the website: www.patrickmavros.com

It's still good to be the King...

One man, two letters T.I. talks about his life and smoking premium cigars.

The undisputed 'Jay-Z of the South' or what T.I. prefers to call himself the 'King of the South' is back home and ready to take on the world. A short rundown: he is the founder of and CEO of Grand Hustle Records, the recipient of numerous Grammy, Billboard, and BET awards, and has recorded with some the best in the music industry. But let's delve into why I'm interested in T.I... his love of cigars.

During T.I.'s recent incarceration what he did to fill his time was read about cigars. T.I. was introduced to cigars in his early 20s. Being a successful musician who is accustomed to the finer things in life, he considers himself a fan of the finest forbidden tobacco that Cuba has to offer.

He's had the privelege to partake in Cuban Cohiba's and Monte's, but being stateside he's found some fine cigars to enjoy and keeps a open mind about one's that he hasn't tried.

Cigars have become a staple of modern hip-hop success. Along with T.I. you will often find luminaries such as Jay-Z, Diddy and Nas with a stick in their mouth, maybe it's new symbol of sophistication. Maybe with this article maybe more people will light up, who knows? But you can say that hip-hop and cigars do have something in common.

Mojito Mixer with the Hellraiser....

Ok party people, it's time for my last summer party!! And what better way to end the summer with a great summer drink and one of my favorites...The Barcardi Mojito.

You will get a chance to try this drink in seven different flavors, accompanied by summer fruits and music to make the night complete.

Now here's the info you need:

The place: The Barrister Lounge

2565 Rt. 22 West Union, NJ 07083

The date: September 18, 2010

The time: 10pm to 2am

Chicken & Beer Party

First and foremost I would like to thank everyone that came out to my party on April 17, 2010. We had great time, between the chicken, beer and everyone that showed up. With the success of this party, the consensus is that I should look into having a Ciroc party. Well the people have spoken, and that's the next thing on deck for me. If you have any questions or comments feel free to get at me.... Peace.

Photoshop.com Album: Barrister Dinner Jan 2010

Limited Edition Courvoiser

'The limited edition Courvoiser Erte' Collection is a fusion of exquisite and rare and fine liquor. Bearing orginal designs created in the

1980's by famed art deco artist Erte' and filled with grand champange cognac each of the seven decanters dipict a different step in the cognac making process and the oldest bottle in the collection dates all the way back to 1892 the year Erte' was born.

$9999 for the collection or $1,499 each. For more info call 1-877-spirits.com

Are You Ready For Valentine's Day?

Most women are anxious to get an engagement ring on their finger... maybe not so much for what it is supposed to symbolize but just for that "POW" affect it has on other women. Everybody knows it's true, the bigger the ring the better. Frederick B has a new line out that not only has "BLING POW" written all over it, but it's unique and classy. Each setting of "Intimacy" directly positions a diamond held in a platinum setting above a stunning precious stone to enhance the ring's statement. Start with fine white asscher, princess or brilliant cut diamond coupled with incredible white, intense yellow and natural pink diamonds, pink, blue, or yellow sapphires, or natural chocolate colored diamonds. Check with a fine jeweler for pricing, or just have your jeweler recreate it.

Foreplay Accessory....

Fellas some of you need to step your romance game up. Even though it's a recession, it's not enough to make sure the bills are paid. You need to surprise your woman every now and then with something frivolous to keep a smile on her face. It doesn't have to be anything romantic. Those of you who forget to romance your woman are usually the same dudes who end up wondering why your woman keeps creeping to the next dude.

The sexy tradition of drinking chapagne from a woman's shoe began in the 1880's in France. Piper Heisieck revives this tradition with Le Rituel a new collaboration with shoemaker Christian Louboutain. The set includes a bottle champagne and a red-soled Louboutin glass stiletto. It's a great way to add some spice to some quality time with your woman.

Salon De Ning at the Peninsula Hotel

Feeling recessionproof? Or perhaps you'd just like to make a strong first impression? Invite your date to sip $22 martinis at the exclusive rooftop lounge high above NYC's fabulous Fifth Avenue. Although it's location in midtown seems to draw a more conservatively dressed crowd, the attentive waitstaff and potent signature drinks, keep the overall mood decidely bipartisan. For those unmoved by the breathtaking views, the dramatic Asian-inspired decor and dimmed mood lighting make this a prime space for your next after-work rendezvous. Located at 700 Fifth Ave, and number is (212)-956-2888, http://www.salondening.com/

Nike Woven Collection by Maharam Fabric Company

Nike Sportswear once again teams up with premium textile firm Maharam. This time the two have centered on creating a collection of sneakers created in woven horsehair. The sneakers of choice for the collection are the Nike Blazer and Oregon Waffle both coming in black on black builds in basket, check and striae respective weaves (to the image).

The goal of the project is to "emphasize the relationship between the way a sneaker looks and how it feels".

From left to right, Nike Blazer Woven $250 msrp, Nike Blazer Checkerboard $250.00 msrp, Nike Oregon Waffle $250.00

Table 8

Table 8 is an intimate little BYO restuarant with a grandiose vibe, the dark woods and red velvet chairs offer a bit of operatic drama, while the food, much of it also dark and rich is a seductive invitation to indulge. And you should just let go, follow your heart and indulge your senses, well, you will have no regrets. If ever there was a place for an adventurous, lusty, diet-be-dammed dinner. Table 8 is it.

One important note: The food may be luxurious, but the price tag is not, there is no dinner above $25.00.

Table 8
615 Bloomfield Ave
Montclair
(973) 746-2233
www.table8nj.com

X Rocawear "Diamond Celebration" Colonge

Rocawear is celebrating thier 10th anniversary by releasing a new fragrance for men. It owes its distinctive scent to a potpourri of ingredients that include cedarwood, eucalyptus, and grand lapsang souchong, which is rare smoked tea of Asia. And best of all is that despite being backed by someone of Jay-Z's stature, X Rocawear is affordable by anyone. For more info check your local perfume/colonge counter or goto http://www.rocawear.com/ and it retails for about $50 (1.7oz) or $65.00 (3.4oz)

Brookstone Automatic Electric Wine Opener

The simple, one-touch operation easily removes wine corks. It's rechargeable—you can open 30 bottles on a single charge. And it works with natural or synthetic cork. Also includes foil cutter, recharging base and AC adapter.

Would you or someone you love benefit from not having to manually twist corkscrews into wine bottles? For some people, this task can be clumsy, frustrating and uncomfortable. The Brookstone electric wine bottle opener lets you enjoy your favorite wine without having to ask for help or fuss with hard-to-use manual openers.

Courvoisier "Exclusif" Cognac

The only cognac designed specifically to be mixed, Courvoisier Exclusif Cognac is a well matured blend, aged up to twelve years, from the four finest crus, the Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Fins Bois and Borderies. The grapes, picked at their peak of maturity, give Exclusif its complexity and depth of gingerbread, dried plums and coffee notes. The diverse aromas and flavors present in Exclusif lend it a versatility unheard of in cognac, providing endless inspiration for sophisticated cocktails, as it pairs perfectly with aromatic mixers and fresh purees. It retails for about $50.00 a bottle and comes in 750 ml.

A Pre-MLK Party

Happy New Year to everyone. I hope last year was eventful for all, and this year we're starting off the new year right by doing a MLK party. I have teamed with the gentleman of Luxe Kultur (www.LuxeKultur.com) to create a new entity called Crown Entertainment. We have put together a evening of partying and good times at Club Marlos on 702 Lyons Ave, in Irvington, N.J.

Door Open: 8pm until

Cover: $10.00 at the door

Light Buffet will be served

For more info contact us by phone or on Twitter: Baki: 973-865-8490 (@Seriousbok), Carlton: 973-902-1723 (@Crownprince1) or myself: 908-531-3076 (@Steelsouls)