I love living in Detroit. People visit me expecting some kind of post-apocalyptic wasteland (thanks, Hollywood), but within a day, they’re eating their words – and a whole lot of great food.
This city is experiencing an incredible renaissance: full of art, music, and some of the most interesting small businesses you’ll ever find. When friends come to town, I have a whole itinerary ready. We grab dinner at Mugly’s, explore the Heidelberg Project for some truly thought-provoking art, and then spend a day in Cass Corridor. We dig through vinyl at Third Man Records, grab a beer next door at Jolly Pumpkin, and then – my favorite part – we go to Bon Bon Bon.
The first time I stepped into Bon Bon Bon, I didn’t even live here. My friend Stevie and I were visiting Third Man Records when we spotted a tiny candy shop just a couple of doors down. We stood outside, debating whether to go in, when suddenly, the door swung open. A hand appeared, holding two clear bags full of sweets. That settled it. We went inside. And, of course, we fell in love.
Since then, Bon Bon Bons have been my favorite sweet treats in the entire state of Michigan. This place isn’t just a chocolate shop – it’s an experience. Every bonbon is a tiny, handcrafted work of art, packed with flavors ranging from nostalgic to wildly creative. If you’re looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day treat in Michigan, this is the place to go.
Bon Bon Bon started in 2014, in the back of a Coney Island (that’s a diner, for non-Detroiters). Founder and Head Chocolatier Alexandra Clark decided early on that chocolate was her life’s calling. After traveling the world studying the craft, she came back to Detroit and opened up her shop. At first, it was only open on Saturdays, and the sign outside said, “Knock Again if You Have Champagne.” That’s the kind of energy we’re working with here…