Cigar and Tobacco Empire held a ribbon-cutting ceremony March 1 and will open officially March 5 at 15424 FM 1825, Ste. 105, Pflugerville. Owner Jeffery Christopher said the shop had a soft opening Feb. 11. Cigar and Tobacco Empire is dedicated to providing the best cigar and pipe experience for customers in its public lounge and sells a wide selection of premium cigars and pipe tobacco as well as pipes and other accessories. 737-222-5515. www.cigartobaccoempire.com