Remember the days at CR Coffee Shop in St. Roch Market? Back then, I had an idea to create a unique piece of merchandise: a coffee mug featuring a line drawing of the iconic St. Roch Market on one side, and the distinctive CR Coffee logo on the other. I was always captivated by the gravitas of the straight lines and circular windows of the market. Few buildings say New Orleans like St. Roch Market does.
The Streetcar Came First
At that time, I wasn't heading the market, and there was a dispute over the St. Roch Market trademark. Opting to steer clear of the controversy, I turned my attention to another New Orleans emblem that I admired: the Streetcar. The Streetcar mug turned out to be a massive success, paving the way for a range of popular merchandise across all CR Coffee Shop locations.
The Original Vision, Finally
But now, the time has come to bring to life the original vision: the St. Roch Market / CR Coffee Shop Mug. This vintage diner-style mug, with its sleek modern gray tone, perfectly captures the essence of "old meets new." It's not just a mug; it's a daily reminder of the vibrant St. Roch Market.
And here's a secret just between us: my entire journey to operating the market? Well, it might just have been a cleverly disguised plot to finally create this mug.
The St. Roch Market / CR Coffee Mug is available at CR Coffee inside St. Roch Market, 2381 St. Claude Ave, New Orleans.
