Erika Engle has worked in Hawaii media since 1979. She writes “TheBuzz” column and additional stories about the restaurant and broader food service industries for "Crave" in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser.
She was named 2008 Small Business Journalist of the Year, City and County of Honolulu, by the U.S. Small Business Administration (Hawaii).
Prior to her newspaper days, Engle worked in radio and television.
Sam Choy’s famed poke, Tita’s Grill’s deeply flavored local favorites, thick, buttery Polynesian toast and more are featured at new food trucks in Hukilau Marketplace, open to the public at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Read more
A former Hawaii resident snagged a James Beard Award today, though no Hawaii restaurants or chefs were among thefinalists. Read more
The disco era — a fond memory for many islanders of a certain age, whether they be Macho Men or Dancing Queens — will be revived at this year’s East Honolulu Food Festival, at least for a few hours. Read more
A go-to business for natural and organic food downtown has gone vegan with a new owner, a new chef and organic kalo (taro) as one of its key ingredients. Read more
Diners will get a preview of “The Street, a Michael Mina Social House” when three of the venues open May 19. Read more
Whether you eat to live or live to eat, carnivals and fairs generally provide the goods. This weekend’s “Road Trip USA”-themed ‘Iolani Fair definitely fits the bill, with more than 50 food choices, from hot dogs to chef-made dishes in a gourmet tent. Read more
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Malasada-flavored ice cream has become a reality at Pipeline Bakeshop & Creamery at 3632 Waialae Ave. Malafrozada debuted officially Easter Sunday. Read more
Classic Vietnamese flavors and contemporary sensibilities combine in flavorful pho, beef, pork and chicken dishes at Broken Rice, which officially opened in Kaimuki on March 1. Read more
Liam Pignolet of Waialua, a Hawaii Technology Academy student and self-described adventurous eater, competed on “Chopped Junior” in an episode that aired April 11 and will be available for streaming via the network’s mobile application. Read more
A trip to Waimea Valley is always a treat, and it will be especially so for Easter this year. For the first time, its annual Easter Brunch & Egg Hunt will be catered by the North Shore’s own Ke Nui Kitchen. Read more
Flavored on the outside, creamy on the inside, marinated eggs often found in ramen or served on the side can be deeply delicious and near magical. Read more
Figuring out how to use all those leftover hard-cooked eggs is part of the drudgery of the Easter aftermath. Read more
See how many Fresh Catch Fireball Ahi poke bowls you can eat in three minutes, try your luck at winning a 30-foot boat or other prizes, and take in anything and everything to do with Hawaiian waters at the Hawaii Ocean Expo. Read more
Making good use of purple food can be tricky. Pickling is a good way to preserve color. Read more
We are supposed to “eat the rainbow” — or fill our plates with colorful food — for health reasons, and lately much attention has been focused on a particular band in that rainbow. Read more
The rapidly expanding four-state, eight-location Pokeworks chain on the mainland is seeking to add credibility to its brand through a collaboration with Maui chef and restaurateur — and two-time “Top Chef” fan favorite — Sheldon Simeon. Read more
Dining choices at the new Ka Makana Ali‘i mall in Kapolei are many and growing. Read more
Exercising the opportunity to dunk some favorite teachers can work up an appetite. Read more
A breakfast honoring legendary figures in agriculture will kick off the 10th annual Maui County Agricultural Festival on Saturday at Maui Tropical Plantation in Waikapu. Read more
To say that plate lunches are popular in Hawaii is like saying the sun will rise in the east. But in Utah? Read more
Hawaiian food, artisanal crafts, cultural practitioners, music and dance will fill Kapiolani Park before, during and after a parade honoring Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole on Saturday. Read more
