New Orleans Artist and Cafe du Monde Drop Taylor Swift-Themed Beignet Eras Tumbler - Eater New Orleans
"Fox 8 New Orleans took video of the massive lines at beignet icon Cafe du Monde in the French Quarter, which appeared to extend all the way upriver to the Shops At Jax Brewery. As it turns out, Swift fans may have been after more than fried dough doused in powdered sugar. A banner hanging on Cafe du Monde’s gate along Decatur Street provided a hint: it depicts illustrations of beignets wearing a dozen or so of Swift’s outfits from the Eras tour, encircled by a friendship bracelet that spells out “Welcome 2 New Orleans; We’ve Been Waiting 4 You.” The illustration is by New Orleans artist Allie Behan. Behan collaborated with Cafe du Monde for a special Beignet Eras tumbler, she announced on Instagram this week. It’s for sale in person at Cafe Du Monde this weekend — hence the long lines — and is also available for presale online through November 1, 2024. Behan, who calls them “the most unique souvenir you can get at the New Orleans Eras Tour weekend,” is individually printing the cups, with Cafe de Monde describing them as “inspired by Taylor Swift’s Eras tour and featuring costumes worn by the artist during her concert, modeled by our top performer, the Beignet.” On Friday, Cafe du Monde posted an update to its website, saying “Swifties have made these cups even more popular than expected,” and as such, there would be an increased wait time for preorders. But, the restaurant promised it would “make sure every order placed by 11/1 is fulfilled.”" - Clair Lorell
