July 13, 2014
Formaggio Wine Bar, Kit n Kitchen, Max's of Manila
Summer is the perfect time to christen a new grill. Early-evening barbecues are a ritual, and that means hot dogs, hamburgers and veggie skewers are essential parts of alfresco dinners. Once the grill is loaded with charcoal, the burning coals…
June 1, 2014
Max's of Manila
Ask my kids what they want to eat, and they often will answer Filipino food. They are part Filipino (12.5 percent), and go to many Filipino eateries on the island. Their most favorite dish is fried pork, but some places…
May 4, 2014
Max's of Manila
Many would agree that there are few things as soothing as a good bowl of soup. Paying homage to one of the world’s most “souped-up” countries, Philippines, Max’s of Manila recently debuted a series of hearty, healthy Filipino stews that…
March 30, 2014
Kenny's Restaurant, Max's of Manila, Million Restaurant
In times when life is like a whirlwind, complete with highs and lows — truth be told, I stress eat — big time! I know, I know, it’s definitely not the best way to cope with life’s stresses and challenges.…
February 23, 2014
Max's of Manila
These days, Filipino cooking has become comfort food for me. It’s what I get for dating a half-Filipino guy whose grandmother prepares at least one Filipino dish each Sunday for dinner. Trust me, I’m not complaining. The only downside is…
January 19, 2014
Max's of Manila
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of Filipino cuisine or new to Southeast Asian gastronomy, there’s something for you at Max’s of Manila, especially around lunchtime. The sit-down eatery typically hosts happy patrons sharing a feast of assorted dishes heaped with…
December 29, 2013
Anytime Cafe, Max's of Manila, Sushi King
By now, the post-holiday blues have begun to set in and Christmas seems as if it was all a dream. Yet, the gifts strewn around the home and the tree still boasting its majestic glow manage to keep some of…
November 24, 2013
Il Lupino, Max's of Manila, Seafood Village Chinese Cuisine
When the Spice Girls lit up music charts with their 1997 hit single, “Spice Up Your Life,” who knew their message would have a profound meaning in the realm of good eats? It turns out my favorite pop band growing…
October 13, 2013
Max's of Manila
Upon launching his own cafe in 1945, Maximo Gimenez could not have envisioned the global reach his food would have nearly seven decades later. Fast forward to present day and diners reap the rewards of the resulting Max’s of Manila,…
September 22, 2013
Max's of Manila
With locations spread out internationally — including two Hawaii locations on Dillingham Boulevard and in Waipahu — Max’s of Manila is known for sharing its traditional Filipino cuisine with the world. General manager Maly San Luis explains that Filipino eats…
