Bonne Vie Macarons bakery, Lafayette, La., is moving to new space this spring and adding Book Club & Co., a dedicated romance bookstore. What Now New Orleans reported that "the twin-purpose space will have reading nooks, dedicated event spaces, and a refined menu that complements the bookstore setting. Along with the macarons, baked goods, and classic café offerings, there will also be themed cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks."
"We built a reputation not just on our high-quality macarons and desserts but on creating a space where people felt connected and made friends, whether that was through our cozy café vibes, themed events, free library features or club meetings," said owner Heather DeGeyter. "The romance bookstore complements Bonne Vie Macarons perfectly because both businesses share the same DNA: comfort, escapism, and joy. Whether it's through a macaron or a new read, we want people to find a moment of happiness. Ideally, they're fully blown away by all our offerings!"
Construction of the new space, at 105 St. Landry St., is scheduled to finish in late March or April. A soft opening is being planned, followed by private book club nights and a grand opening celebration leading into Easter and Mother's Day.
DeGeyter added: "We're building the space we always wished existed, a place where you can escape into your next great read, sip something glittering, have a dessert that's worth every penny, and stay a while."