CLEVELAND, Ohio - Lakewood will soon have a new face in the coffee shop scene. La Maison Palette Cafe, 12001 Detroit Ave., is expected to open within the next two weeks. Located in a space near The Shore diner and across from the 5'Oclock Lounge, it will have seating for 15 with room for possible expansion.

The husband and wife-run team of Kyra Frierson and Wael Farhan say the emphasis is all about subtlety with an eclectic flair. Their coffee will be sourced locally and through fair trade.

"I'm an adventurous person, I like to try new things," Frierson. "Lakewood is a place that has a nice variety of things to offer people who are looking for that."

Frierson crafts handmade syrups in flavors such as coconut maple, lavender and their house variety, cardamom and clove. Among its offerings will be a variety of traditional Middle Eastern beverages, such as quishr, a blend of fresh ginger syrup and coffee. "Mayan mocha powder," a Mexican hot chocolate that contains spices and raw Thai chilies will also pepper the mix.

"With our specialty drinks, we're encouraging people to leave the milk behind and taste the profile of the coffee," says Frierson.

Teas and more conventional coffees, including cappuccinos and lattes, will also be available.

Local pastries will also be served. Maison will source from Bloom Bakery as well as the neighboring gluten-free takeaway shop, Bouche Bakery, which opened in October.

"We liked that neither were overly sweet," says Frierson. "I think that complements our approach to the beverages."

A step inside reveals the earthy, wooden interior, which was almost completed constructed by Farhan. It fits with their focus on sustainability that drives their sourcing and use of compostable materials.

"We're trying to be careful of our footprint," says Frierson. "I think most people these days are trying to be conscious of what they purchase and what they put their money into."

A mural of a map created by Eranah Adorjan greets customers behind the counter as they walk in. Frierson and Farhan hope to bring in more works by Cleveland artists over time.

"We want people who come in to have the full experience of art of the city," says Frierson. "It's a lively area and we were just looking at a place where it was needed."