5 Big Island food festivals to look out for 2018

One of the best places for food and cultural festivals is the Big Island of Hawaii. The reasons are simple – the festivals really get the community behind them so it’s a big production, and after the festival or before, the Big Island has almost endless exploring and relaxing options. And, as Hawaii is trying to grow more of its own food as well as export, you get to see the latest in sustainability first hand. Here is a lineup of the best festivals to consider for 2018.

Taste of the Hawaiian Range

For 22 years, the beef is at Mealani’s Taste of the Hawaiian Range and Agriculture Festival, held in September. It provides a platform for sustainable agricultural education showcasing pasture-raised beef. Like other festivals, there is a bevy of those involved, like the local ranching association, to make sure the event really delivers both fun and understanding.

This is a little more about the steak than the sizzle, as you get to interact with…