Oberlin Alumni Magazine

The Power of Thinking Local

With Beak Restaurant, Renee Jakaitis Trafton ’07 is transforming the dining scene in Sitka, Alaska.

August 13, 2024

Hanna Raskin '98

Renee Jakaitis Trafton in her restaurant's kitchen
Caitlin Blaisdell
Photo credit: Caitlin Blaisdell
Photo credit: Caitlin Blaisdell

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