It was never just about the cigar.
It’s about the people, the places, and the memories we create around it.
Meet Léonard
Founder of Cigars & Memories
My relationship with cigars started long before Cigars & Memories existed.
From an early memory in Cuba to a career shaped by luxury hospitality across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the United States, one idea has always stayed with me: a cigar is never only about what you smoke. It’s about the moment you create around it.
The cigar eventually fades. The memory remains.
Why
Cigars & Memories?
What began as a personal passion became Cigars & Memories in 2017 — a place to share discoveries, encounters and the culture surrounding cigars.
Over time, that passion grew into something more: consulting, training, private experiences, collaborations and storytelling — always with the same purpose: to create moments worth remembering.
It’s All in the Details.
Hospitality at Heart
Years in luxury hospitality have shaped the way I approach every project: listen first, understand the guest, and never overlook the details.
A Culture to Share
Cigar culture should never feel intimidating. My approach is about making knowledge accessible, engaging and worth passing on.
Experiences to Remember
A great cigar is only part of the story. The place, the service, the conversation and the people around it are what turn a moment into a memory.