Bluefin Bay on Lake Superior has been hosting Food & Wine Lovers events for more than 20 years, in the Spring and the Fall. Each Food & Wine Lovers Weekend includes special culinary events focusing on food and wine. Not only do you get a spectacular food and wine experience that is unique each time, but all of our events are set against the backdrop of breathtaking Lake Superior.
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"I am honoured to be invited to cook for the Spring Food and Wine Event at Bluefin Bay. Having the opportunity to represent Alto Pino and hopefully introduce some new and fun flavors is very exciting. I focus my style on taking traditional dishes and putting a new or unique spin on them. With Alto Pino, we are focused in the Mediterranean area of food and wine. With this dinner I hope to bring that, along with some new ideas to the guests that are kind enough to welcome me."
Chef Tracy Owens began her culinary journey seven years ago in Duluth, Minnesota, following a bold career pivot from big-box retail management to the dynamic world of hospitality. Originally from the Southwest, the move to Duluth sparked a passion for the restaurant industry, eventually landing her first kitchen role as a prep cook at The Duluth Grill.
Over the next three years, Chef Owens honed her skills while also launching her own cottage baking business, Effing Desserts. Her pursuit of growth led her to Lake Avenue Restaurant, where under the mentorship of Chef Jeffrey Zervas, she gained invaluable experience in fine dining and developed a comprehensive pastry program.
In just two years, Chef Owens advanced to Co-Executive Chef, guiding the Lake Avenue team and shaping a fresh chapter for the beloved Duluth establishment. Through this experience, she cultivated a deep appreciation for both global and local cuisines and their power to create memorable, meaningful dining experiences.
Today, Chef Owens serves as Chef de Cuisine at Alto Pino, bringing her creativity and expertise to one of Duluth’s newest culinary destinations.
"My love for baking started with time spent in the kitchen with my family and our routine “fika” breaks, a time to sit and enjoy coffee with something sweet. Now I've been cooking/baking professionally for 5 years and am enjoying every second. I love being inspired by our Scandinavian culture while branching out and learning from flavors around the world."
