Christian Pryor-Hurst is the owner of Black Leaf Cigar & Wine Lounge in St. Petersburg, Florida, a space created to offer more than just cigars. Since opening, he has focused on building a welcoming environment where guests can enjoy cigars, wine, cocktails, music, and good company.
In this conversation, Christian, talks about her first—and rather unfortunate—cigar experience, her return to the cigar world, and how her passion eventually led her to create Black Leaf. She also discusses the lounge’s certification as a women-friendly cigar destination and the importance of making everyone feel welcome.
Christian also shares her thoughts on cigar culture, women in the industry, her house-blend collection, wine and cigar pairings, and her experiences in the Dominican Republic. For her, cigars are ultimately about slowing down, enjoying the moment, and connecting with others.
Looking ahead, she hopes to expand Black Leaf with bigger events, a larger humidor, more boutique brands, and even a house wine. Above all, her message is simple: embrace the community and enjoy the beauty of the cigar lifestyle.
