Melissa Chang

Frolic Contributor

Melissa Chang graduated from the University of Hawai‘i with a degree in journalism and has been blogging since 2007, mostly on food and travel. She works primarily in social media, so you can find her on Twitter and Instagram.

 

 

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HIFF review: ‘Night Market Hero’

I got to preview the Taiwanese film, “Night Market Hero,” as one of the designated foodie films of the Hawaii International Film Festival. If you’re looking for a lot of food porn, this won’t be for you. (Although it takes…

Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Raiatea Helm at LeSportsac

LeSportsac, the company known worldwide for its fashionable nylon bags, just launched a line exclusive to Hawaii called “Mele,” inspired by local musician Raiatea Helm (@RaiateaMusic).The material has a colorful print reminiscent of aloha shirts, with various ukelele amidst flowers…

Dinner at Dew Drop Inn

I have to preface this blog by explaining that Dew Drop Inn was a last minute choice, albeit a good one. The secret Chinese Dinner Society had originally intended to go to Wah Kung, but when Chairman Bixby Ho tried…

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Up in smoke

Dealing with smoking neighbors when you live in a condo

Hawaii: In Real Life ~ The Chang behind P.F. Chang’s

I think a lot of people are surprised to find out that there really is a Chang — more specifically, Philip Chiang — behind the P.F. Chang’s chain. And yes, he’s not just Chinese, he’s Shanghai-born.Chiang, who now resides in…

New things cooking at Best Buy

I had heard that Best Buy Iwilei was having a grand re-opening yesterday, so I went to check it out — mostly to see Chef Sam Choy doing a cooking demo using the store’s new appliances. I was actually kind…

A peek at The Good Table

Last night, supporters of Lanakila Pacific’s Meals on Wheels simultaneously had dinner at various restaurants across Oahu for the organization’s annual fundraiser, The Good Table. As mentioned previously, people bid for tables donated by restaurants online—much like Priceline—and on a…

Did this: Chopsticks & Wine 2011

Did this: Chopsticks & Wine 2011 ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 45 The ever-expanding food and wine event put on by the Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce has gotten so popular, they had to move to the Hawaii…

Hawaii: In Real Life ~ A day at the coffice

I had previously blogged about the definition of “cofficing,” what we do and where we go. It got quite a lot of response, so I thought I’d share some tips (and pitfalls) of this phenomenon with some of my fellow…

Party Pics: HeArt of our Keiki

The Bank of Hawaii’s main branch served as an unusual backdrop for an art display and reception last night as the bank partnered with Family Programs Hawaii to give people a glimpse into the lives of children in foster care.Over…

Preview: Chopsticks & Wine

On Wednesday, Oct. 5, the Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce (HJCC) will be holding its 10th annual Chopsticks & Wine event, with 16 food stations and hundreds of wines, beer and sake to try.It’s one of the biggest events in…

Preview: Chopsticks & Wine

On Wednesday, Oct. 5, the Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce (HJCC) will be holding its 10th annual Chopsticks & Wine event, with 16 food stations and hundreds of wines, beer and sake to try.It’s one of the biggest events in…

Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Know your butcher

When I was little, my mom would take me to Chun Hoon Market on Nuuanu Avenue for the weekly grocery run. Part of that trip always involved a visit to the butcher, Burt — we saw him so often, I…

The Good Table 2011

It’s time once again for The Good Table, the biggest fundraiser of the year for Lanakila Pacific’s Meals on Wheels, and you have until 5 p.m. tomorrow (Sept. 23) to buy your spot. The proceeds all go to help feed our…

Chinee like me: Dinner at Asia Manoa

It’s hard to believe, but after Nonstop Honolulu hit its first anniversary mark, so did the secret Hawaii Chinese Dinner Society (@HiCDS). That’s right, my initial review of Lobster King was on Sept. 8, with the original four members —…