Appetites: Duluth as a food destination

Summer road trips may have you heading to the North Shore.

And if you're looking for a pit stop, Minnesota Monthly editor Rachel Hutton says Duluth's food and beverage scene has really taken off in recent years.

Duluth is fairly close to the Twin Cities, but far enough to feel like an escape, Hutton said. That's part of why it has seen an influx of young, creative entrepreneurs.

She joined All Things Considered host Tom Crann to share some of her favorite destinations in the port city, including spots for craft beer, fresh fish or just a sandwich.

Use the audio player above to hear their entire conversation.

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