Walking in to Burlingame Tobacconists is akin to stepping onto a mise en scene of old New York. Owner Mario, who goes by first name only, is a cigar afficianado who has been in Burlingame for 16 years. He carries three types of imports from the Dominican Republic, Honduras and Nicaragua. This shop is an appointed merchant of prestigious brands, such as Davidoff cigars. For such a small shop, it carries a wide selection of pipes and accesories, cutters and humadors. The smoking lounge nestled in the back is open to the public.
Issues carries a selection of national and international magazines on many topics. It also sells some new and used books, T-shirts, cards and calendars.
American Cinematographer Magazine is located behind the Society of American Cinematographers headquarters at the intersection of Orange and Franklin avenues. The magazine bills itself as the international journal of motion imaging and is the top trade publication for the cinematography industry in the world. This location is the corporate office but is also open to the public. Customers and students can browse the reference material and purchase hats, souvenirs and T-shirts. The magazine is published monthly and offers articles, features and reviews related to the industry. Visit the website to subscribe, read online articles or for more information.
Barnes & Noble is the intellectual corner of the Grossmont Center mall, where readers can buy a book to enjoy with a coffee at the adjoined Starbucks. New releases are displayed at the entrance, while the children's reading area is farther in, complete with small tables and a full size "paper tree." There is an entrance from the mall as well.
Newsbeat is a traditional newstand with a wide selection of newspapers, magazines, snacks/candy and tobacco products. With over 3,000 magazine titles available, there is certainly no lack of variety. It also has one of the best selections of premium cigars (Partagas, Cohiba, Montechristo and Macanudo) and Zippo lighters in Davis. The store itself is packed but well organized, with most of the aisles dedicated to the magazine selection. In the back is a set of coolers displaying cold drinks (including a wide range of Jones Sodas). The staff and owners are very engaging and helpful, not only having a comprehensive knowledge of their own wares, but often of many things Davis.
