Cathy Erway is an American author, blogger, and cook known for her writing on food and cooking. She gained prominence through her blog "Not Eating Out in New York," where she chronicled her experience of abstaining from eating out in New York City for two years. Erway's exploration of home-cooked meals and the local food scene led to her first book, "The Art of Eating In: How I Learned to Stop Spending and Love the Stove," which combines memoir elements with recipes. She has also authored "The Food of Taiwan: Recipes from the Beautiful Island," offering a collection of Taiwanese recipes and stories about the island's cuisine. Erway's work is characterized by her focus on sustainability, DIY culture, and the social aspects of cooking and eating.