THE KNICKERBOCKER HOTEL ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH ACCLAIMED TOBACCONIST, NAT SHERMAN
NEW
YORK CITY ICONS COLLABORATE ON PREMIER ROOFTOP CIGAR LOUNGE
Chef Charlie Palmer, Michael Herklots and The Knickerbocker's Jeff David. Photo Credit: Frank Villegas |
NEW YORK, NY – The
Knickerbocker Hotel and Nat
Sherman have announced that the celebrated tobacconist will operate a
signature cigar lounge on the rooftop of the famed New York hotel, slated to
open Fall 2014. The two New York legends have joined forces to provide visitors
and locals with an unmatched New York experience that seamlessly combines classic
elegance with contemporary luxury.
While taking in the unparalleled
views from The Knickerbocker rooftop overlooking Times Square, guests will have
the true Nat Sherman experience with a curated selection of the finest Nat
Sherman cigars, including the Sterling, 1930 and Timeless Collections. To
complement Chef Charlie Palmer’s progressive culinary offerings and handcrafted
cocktails at The Knickerbocker’s rooftop bar and lounge, St. Cloud, expert cigar pairing recommendations will be provided by
Nat Sherman Vice President, Michael Herklots. A selection of Nat Sherman cigars
will also be available for purchase at the hotel’s fourth floor signature
restaurant and bar, Charlie Palmer at The
Knick.
“Our collaboration with The
Knickerbocker Hotel is in complete sync with the Nat Sherman brand and philosophy,”
said William Sherman, Executive Vice President, Nat Sherman. “The Knickerbocker
is an iconic New York building with great history and impeccable style. Add in
Chef Charlie Palmer's incredible culinary creativity and first class service,
and Nat Sherman is the perfect fit.”
The Nat Sherman Townhouse at 12
East 42nd Street remains the flagship store for the brand, providing
international clientele and New Yorkers in-the-know with a uniquely timeless
and memorable experience. With the addition of the rooftop cigar lounge at The
Knickerbocker, and a recent limited-engagement pop-up extension in Brooklyn, Nat
Sherman continues its 84-year legacy as the quintessential New York
tobacconist.
“A partnership between The
Knickerbocker and Nat Sherman seems pre-ordained. Both have deep roots in New
York City and have grown to icon status, with reputations for excellence and
sophistication,” said The Knickerbocker Managing Director, Jeff David. “We are
excited to continue The Knickerbocker legacy by providing guests with
one-of-a-kind programming that incorporates exclusive fitness offerings,
award-winning dining and exceptional lifestyle amenities. The partnership with
Nat Sherman is a perfect complement to The Knickerbocker experience, which
defines ‘classic reinvented’ and appeals to today’s modern traveler.”