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Get To Know Local Potter and Professor: Liz James
This year we are so happy to announce handmade Duluth Winter Village mugs! We met with Liz James to work on this project, she gave
Get To Know Local Grocery Store: Whole Foods Co-op
The Whole Foods Buying Club was founded in Duluth and our business organically grew from there. Our consumer-owned cooperative moved to multiple locations around Duluth as our business grew, and now we are located in both the Hillside and Denfeld neighborhoods with a two store operation and nearly 10,000 owners!
Duluth Loves Local Spotlight – Lake Superior Art Glass
This spotlight features the best place to go when you are looking to brew something delicious at home – Duluth Homebrew Supply! Katie and Kelly have a passion for homebrewing and they don’t limit it to just beer. Head into their shop and you will find products to brew beer, wine, cider, kombucha and cheese!
Get To Know Local Farmers: Clover Valley Farms
Get to know Clover Valley Farms: We applied for and got a 2 year grant from the USDA to conducts a technical and market feasibility study to determine if an artisanal vinegar operation could really work. The short answer was yes and we were off to the races. We continue to build our fruit & herb production capacity as our vinegar business grows too!
Duluth Loves Local Spotlight – Duluth Homebrew Supply
This spotlight features the best place to go when you are looking to brew something delicious at home – Duluth Homebrew Supply! Katie and Kelly have a passion for homebrewing and they don’t limit it to just beer. Head into their shop and you will find products to brew beer, wine, cider, kombucha and cheese!
Duluth Loves Local Spotlight – Vikre Distillery
We got together with Old Saw Media to create videos of some of our favorite local businesses. These local spotlight videos were created to show
Duluth Loves Local Spotlight – Mainstream Fashions for Men
Our second spotlight is on Mainstream Fashions for Men. They have been in business downtown for 24 years and have that true small town feel that we love. Everyone who walks in is treated like an old friend and will receive great, friendly customer service. Next time you need a new tie or suit we highly recommend you stop by Mainstream before heading up to the mall!
Duluth Loves Local Spotlight – Sir Benedict’s Tavern on the Lake
These local spotlight videos were created to show locals and tourists alike what makes each local business unique and special in Duluth, MN. Shopping local means supporting your friends and neighbors, and helps keep our money in the local economy, what’s better than that?
Our first spotlight is with Sir Benedict’s Tavern on the Lake, located on Superior Street.
Duluth Kids Club
Over the weekend we were invited to the Duluth Edgewater Hotel and Waterpark for a Duluth Kids Club Luau! In-between water slide rides and pool games, we sat down with Brandi Worthing, founder of the club, to learn more about the organization.
Get to know the locals
Get To Know Local Cocoa Makers: Mike and Jen’s Cocoa Mixes
We love to drink local, especially hot cocoa after a day of skiing at Spirit Mountain. If you are like us you probably have tried to find the best hot cocoa. Look no further! We have found a superior cocoa mix, and best yet – it’s made here in Duluth!
Get To Know Local Florist: Saffron & Grey Couture Floral Design
One of our favorite things is meeting the people behind great local businesses! Saffron & Grey is a full-service florist that specializes in weddings, events and custom made arrangements that are sure to impress. We went with Mad Chicken Studio to Tavern on the Hill for a cozy happy hour by the fire pit and got to know Abby and Layla better.
Get To Know Local Leather and Canvas Bag Makers: Duluth Pack
You’ve seen the signature patch. You’ve probably even bragged about having yours since before you could remember. Now, get to know the people behind Duluth Pack, the oldest canvas and leather bag making company in the U.S.
Duluth Art Institute – DAI – Design Duluth
This fall the Duluth Art Institute is starting a year-long celebration of contemporary design and an exploration into Duluth’s unique visual voice.
They will host six design discussions based around the central theme of Duluth’s visual identity.