Smoke & Rosé 💕 A Galentine’s affair
Empire Las Olas is hosting its first Galentine’s event and inviting women to join us for a night designed to celebrate connection, curiosity, and the growing presence of women in cigar culture.
Smoke & Rosé – A Galentine’s Affair is an intimate, welcoming evening inside the members lounge at Empire Social Lounge – Las Olas, featuring special guest Belkys Sanchez of Rocky Patel Cigars.
Whether you are brand new to cigars or already enjoy the ritual, this event is meant to be approachable, relaxed, and genuinely fun. And even if cigars aren’t your thing just yet, come for the beautifully themed cocktails and the perfect photo opportunities.
Why Galentine’s events exist — and why we’re hosting one
Galentine’s gatherings were created as a way for women to celebrate one another outside of the traditional Valentine’s narrative. It’s about friendship, self-confidence, and creating space for experiences that are usually reserved for someone else.
At Empire, we believe cigar lounges should feel inclusive, welcoming, and reflective of the community that supports them. Cigar culture has always been rooted in conversation, connection, and shared moments — values that naturally align with what Galentine’s is all about.
This event is our way of supporting women in the lounge and cigar world, encouraging curiosity, and opening the door for more women to confidently explore a culture that continues to evolve.
Meet our featured guest
We are excited to welcome Belkys Sanchez from Rocky Patel Cigars, who will be on site throughout the evening to:
answer questions about cigars and flavor profiles
share insight into how premium cigars are made
guide guests who are new to selecting and enjoying cigars
help create a comfortable, pressure-free introduction to cigar culture
This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from someone working inside one of the most respected premium cigar brands in the industry.
What to expect at Smoke & Rosé
This event is open to the public and invites women to enjoy exclusive access to Empire’s members lounge for the evening. Women are welcome to come solo, bring a date, or make it a girls’ night out — everyone is invited to enjoy the festivities, with a special thank-you for our women guests.
Guests can look forward to:
a relaxed, guided introduction to cigars and pairings
a welcoming space to connect with friends and meet new people
a complimentary cigar and first signature cocktail for our women guests, while supplies last
The goal is simple — create a space where you can learn, connect, and enjoy a beautiful night in one of Fort Lauderdale’s most distinctive lounges.
Featured Cigar of the Evening
For Smoke & Rosé, guests will be enjoying the Rocky Patel White Label from Rocky Patel Cigars.
Wrapped in a smooth Connecticut leaf and aged for ten years, this cigar is often mistaken for something light and simple, but don’t be fooled. While it delivers an elegant and refined first impression, the extended aging gives it real depth and character. The result is a beautifully balanced smoke with a layered, flavorful profile that still carries a satisfying body.
It’s the perfect featured cigar for the evening. Approachable for newcomers, yet complex enough for seasoned cigar lovers to truly appreciate.
More than cigars — a night for cocktails, connection, and beautiful photos.
Professional photography opportunities will be available during the event, so this is the perfect night to dress up, gather your friends, and capture a few beautiful memories along the way.
From beautifully themed cocktails to the lounge’s elegant details, pretty floral arrangements, and handcrafted dessert boards, Smoke & Rosé is designed to find the perfect sweet spot between indulgence and relaxation.
Truly, a night that feels celebratory, social, and effortlessly stylish.
Smoke & Rosé – A Galentine’s Affair
Empire Social Lounge – Las Olas
Wednesday, February 11
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Open to the public | Women-focused experience
We look forward to welcoming you into our members lounge for an evening of learning, laughter, and connection — and to celebrating the women who continue to shape and elevate the future of cigar culture at Empire.
