John Merideth, Jessica Cory and Trip Dixon are the new co-owners of Champagne Chocolates in downtown Mount Clemens. The shop provides a wealth of chocolates for gifts, corporate events, showers and weddings, and more. All the products are made onsite, including the popular truffles and toffee, as well as seasonal items like Easter bunnies and eggs for the upcoming holiday. The trio plans to expand the brand to be offered in boutiques, markets and grocery stores in the near future.

Melissa Lavender opened Uma’s Market & Cafe in downtown Mount Clemens as a way to offer something the area was lacking – a place to get affordable yet healthy to-go items like sandwiches, soups, salads, fruit and more. Named for her bulldog pug, Uma, the cafe is open for a late breakfast, lunch or early dinner. There are a couple tables for seating, or you can grab and go. Stop in and try one of Uma’s unique Red Bull mocktails. 

Krystal Robertson, owner/operator of O’Halloran’s in downtown Mount Clemens, told LBN Food about her modern take on the European public house, which also has an attached banquet hall that can seat up to 100 people. Head to the restaurant for a drink and to watch the big game, or for popular  menu items like the 12 different sliders, served on pretzel buns, as well as cottage pie and some unusual items like poutine. O’Halloran’s also serves a Sunday brunch with poutine, breakfast sliders. mimosas and more.

Melissa Lavender, owner of Clementine’s in downtown Mount Clemens, which is named for her grandmother, is happy to be celebrating her second year in business this December. The small-batch bakery is known for its cinnamon rolls, along with muffins, tarts, croissants and more. You can even get a savory croissant, just in case sweets aren’t aren’t your thing. You can also order mini pastries like bar bites, cream puffs and cannoli for special events. Right now, Clementine’s is offering an array of pumpkin treats for fall, plus a cranberry bar with white chocolate and cream cheese.

Jennifer Hawk, general manager of Orleans Sports Cafe in downtown Mount Clemens, spoke to us about the long-running business, which includes a full menu, plus pool tables, shuffleboard tables, dart boards and plenty of big-screen televisions for watching games. Stop in for the eatery’s famous pizza, plus salads, sandwiches and more, not to mention a full bar. Sunday football brunches start at noon, where you can enjoy a mimosa bucket or game day bloody Mary. There’s also plenty of room to host parties and events with up to 100 guests.