You can also stop and start a pipe if you need to use the bathroom or take a phone call Coming back to an extinguished cigar is not the same after 30 minutes As for cigar enjoyment, a big part of it depends on what you’ve eaten beforehand, as some cigars are very full bodied and really demand a steak dinner to keep you from getting nauseous, while others are mild and creamy, and they can be enjoyed with afternoon coffee