A few weeks ago, me and my youngest son was able to treat ourselves a little getaway from our usual gala (tour). Of course only a local city and mall tour. This is a father and son getaway. Our feet led us to the very first branch in Scout Tuazon of one of the well known restaurant in the country that serves fried chicken. I’m sure you know the tagline “sarap to the bones,” - Max's Restaurant, established in 1945.

We were invited to one of its occasions, particularly Chickie Boy's birthday party. In case you don't have any idea who Chickie boy is, he is the feathery friend of every kid in every birthday occasions Max's Restaurant. Most precisely the mascot. Yes, their mascot Chickie celebrated its birthday party where bloggers were invited.
The program is intended for the kids, for mommies and for the daddies. Since my kid is with me, well, he was able to experience the birthday party that Max’s Restaurant offers. It was Chickie Boy’s World of Fun, there were games and activities that my son really enjoyed, like the “Make and Get Crowned" where he himself designed his own crown, of course with the help of daddy. The “Visit the Princess Palace” where Gelo liked the Princess very much and he keep on taking pictures with her. I think most of the photos that we have are with the princess. The “Dart the Balloon", “Shoot the Ball”, and “Hit the Blocks” are some of the activities where Gelo won some prizes.
The party is filled with dances, clowns and fun. It was one of our most fun, exciting and enjoying day together.

"Daddy can I have a birthday like that," asked by my little one. I'm sure he asked because he wanted to have that princess at his birthday party. Witty little one.
Max's Restaurant give both fun and meaningful celebrations with their amenities offered.

• Three (3) hours use of venue
• Mascot appearance
• Use of party banner
• Party room decor
• Party host
• Party kit
• Giveaways
• Game prizes
• Birthday themed cake

*Amenities may vary on Party Package


So, will I throw a party for my little Gelo on his 7th birthday? Perhaps if that princess will still be playing princess.
MAX'S RESTAURANT
Event : Chickie Boy Birthday Party
Website : https://www.maxschicken.com

How was the breeze this February? Well as of this writing Kwento Ni Toto is feeling the breeze of romance already and some flaky sweetness on the streets. Just as the cheekiness of cuddling couples getting more prevalent everywhere, Max’s Restaurant invited bloggers last week for a very interesting night out with couples and singles. It’s their way of making us, bloggers catch the love bug.

Kwento Ni Toto shares another interesting story about Max's plus an interesting promo where one lucky dude or gal will be enjoying not only the mouthwatering comfort dishes but as well as an exciting game of basketball as the Philippine National Basketball Team (Gilas Pilipinas) gears up to make history at the most prestigious international basketball competition in Spain slated for August this year.

Global Filipino brand Max’s, the official restaurant of Team Gilas Pilipinas serves up exciting promos to bring the Gilas excitement to the hilt.

Father's Day is just one of the best days for Dads and what's more interesting is that when gifts are pouring. Yes, Dads get to enjoy the day with gifts from Max's. Days before the day of Dads, a wrapped gift came to the house with an interesting box. The interesting box was a cake from Max's Corner Bakery and what's great about this cake is that it's a personalized cake, a jersey designed cake with a name on it. Of course there's gift certificate from Max's Restaurant to let Dads enjoy the day with the family.

It always feels great to look back to where you came from and to what you have been through.  The hurdles and mazes of life that made you strong in facing life, those times that you almost give up and the hardships that you endure just to came out successful.  That's what makes success an important event to celebrate.

I remember my life as a student before.  How I tighten my belt just to cope up with the expenses and projects in school.  I remember budgeting Php50 a day going to school.  Dividing it for lunch, AM and PM snacks, and jeepney fare from Quezon City to Sta. Mesa.  It was indeed a struggle but I was able to made it and graduated from college.  It's not that much of a story but it was my life back in college.

That story is not much compared to the inspiring story of Coco Martin on how a simple waiter of Max's Restaurant become a well-known celebrity and the best of it is the endorser of the establishment where he once worked with.  From being a waiter at Max's Restaurant in 2000-2001 and now Coco Martin is one of the most respected actors in the country.

If you haven't seen the Max's TV commercial Kwento Ni Toto invites you to watch it here and take a peek into the TV commercial that depict Coco's journey to success. If you have any #SarapNgSuccess story and pictures depicting your own story, you can share it by completing the sentence "Successful ang araw ko dahil __________."
"Successful ang araw ko dahil nandyan ang pamilya ko na sumusuporta sa 'kin" (My day is successful because my family are there to support me.)

MAX'S RESTAURANT
#SarapNgSuccess
Website : www.maxschicken.com
Facebook Page : www.facebook.com/maxsrestaurant

Big names in their respective industry unite to bring forth the much-awaited event here in the Philippines and Kwento Ni Toto is here to share that  as Max's Restaurant and Bruno Mars let The Moonshine Jungle Tour 2014 happen in Manila.

Here's an opportunity to score some tickets for this wonderful evening of great music, Max's Restaurant  is not only proud with their great food but also proud that they are the Official Restaurant of The Moonshine Jungle Tour: Bruno Mars Live in Manila Concert.  Just “like” Max's on Facebook and fill up the online entry form to win free concert tickets. Every day, one fan will be chosen to win 2 Moonshine Jungle tickets for free.

If you're Valentine's Day is a date to remember then you should have another part two for that as Max's Restaurant makes your holiday festivities goes even longer with their 4Sharing Meal.  Kwento Ni Toto will be experiencing it too and watch out for my post photos about it.  A healthier option for those who are getting really serious with their diet.

Max's Restaurant rolls out its newest 4Sharing Meal, an offering that highlights the Filipino's penchant for great food and fun, bonding moments with family and friends. Starting the year with an innovative and mouthwatering spread, Max's beckons its avid diners to bite into the freshest seafood catch and revel in a unique dining experience, the Max's way.

If sweet things happen this Valentine's Day then perhaps it is more sweeter if Kwento Ni Toto shares more of Max's sweet things in small packages.  At Max's, they come in cute, chocolate-colored tote boxes. As Valentine's Day inches closer, Max's Restaurant invites Filipinos to lavish their loved ones with a special and extraordinary treat - Max's S'mores Fudge Bars.

Filled with chewy mini marshmallows and the crisp goodness of graham crackers, Max's irresistibly rich chocolate fudge bars perfectly conclude a mouthwatering meal of Max's classic home-cooked dishes: Crispy Pata, Sinigang, Kare-Kare, and Max's world-famous, "sarap-to-the-bones" Fried Chicken.

What makes Filipino Christmas is different is how we celebrate and the happiest place to be on Christmas day is at home.  Kwento Ni Toto assure that we Pinoys celebrate Christmas the longest and the biggest.   Christmas is always gregariously festive.   Christmas is one of those magical moment to share treasured moments with the most important people in our lives.

As most of the corporate world celebrates Christmas, Max's held its Christmas celebration with the bloggers at one of their branches in Glorietta.  I was happy that I was there to witness one of the important surprises of Max's.  We all know that Max's always make sure that their customers get the best of the what Max's can offer.

Kwento Ni Toto shares what's something new with Max's Restaurant.  As always, they're having innovations with the menus that they're serving to us.  So without any more blubbering and storytelling here's what's new to their list of menu.

A significant part of tradition, Max’s Restaurant has brought authentic Filipino cuisine to the forefront. It has established the presence of heirloom dishes like its “sarap-to-the-bones” Fried Chicken, Kare-Kare, Sinigang, Crispy Pata and Pancit Canton in almost every Filipino celebration. After almost 7 decades, this homegrown brand is not resting on its laurels as it continues to create innovative ways to step up the Filipino’s dining experience to a whole new level. This time, Max’s redefines elegance in dining with its new epicurean spread.

What would you think if a kid say to you "NINONG KO SI MAX'S"?  Well, at first I'm sure you'll raise your eyebrows but factually that could happen because Max's Restaurant first introduce this tag line "NINONG KO SI MAX'S in 2011, thus, making every child who celebrated their christening reception at Max's Restaurant as their official godfather.  For that every year until the child reach the age of 7, inaanak's will receive Christmas and birthday presents from their doting Ninong Max.   Aside from this, perks like with a minimum purchase of Php200, that's for every store visit, they are privileged to received yummy freebies like Max's Corner Bakery's oven-fresh treats.  On top of these treats they will also get a 15% VIP discounts on their 1st and 7th birthday celebrations at any Max's Restaurant in the country.

Since Max's has accumulated a number of inaanaks, last August 31, 2013 Max's Restaurant held their very first and biggest "Grand Inaanak Fun Day" at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City.  For over 2,800 participants, from inaanaks, to parents and relatives, Max's Grand Inaanak Fun Day embraces the kinship tradition through a fun-filled activities with their Ninong Max's.

It’s Monday, another start of the week. Though my body urges me to go back to bed my mind is telling me to wake up or I’ll be late for work. That’s what I feel every Monday whenever I get up and prepare for work. My morning starts around quarter or few minutes before 5 am, preparing myself and getting ready to go to work. I leave the house at around quarter to six.

Before moving out of the house I make sure to have a last peek of the kids. It is a little keepsake for the whole week that I’ll not be around with them. I would be missing them for some time and it breaks my heart leaving the kids and my wife. They are Daddyless for the week but I have to because it’s for them.

Parents today are mostly depending on restaurants with their birthday celebrations and other occasions.  Most of these theme party are quite have a monotony of parlor games, mascots and food.  Sometimes it lacks learning and interactions with the kids, who's by the way should be the center of program or activity.  So with this Max's have formulated something that will interest and have an unusual choice of party theme package for the celebrants.  This is the Junior Master Chef Party Theme.  They were able to get the rights for this party theme which will have more interactivity and learning on the part of the kids.


My correspondent Jefferson Montas was able to attend this exciting activity together with his nephew, my wife (who is a blogger also), and our kid Maki.  They all had a fun-filled party and activity.  Kids were treated with some good and special things to learn and taste.  Having their creativity flourish more with the program of the Junior Master Chef theme party.


 







Here's what Max's says about this new concept of party theme.

Gone are the days when birthday celebrations simply required buying your classic chocolate layered cake and a bunch of brightly-coloured ballons. From princesses to super car racers, birthday party themes can be as adventure-filled as you can stretch your imagination. Planning the perfect party only needs a little inspiration and of course-a little outside help.

This is exactly what Max's Restaurant brings to the table when it decided it acquire the license for Juniour Master Chef-a stroke of brilliance to help create the most exciting and unforgettable celebration for young Max's enthusiasts. Like its adult counterpart "Master Chef," Junior Master Chef is a successful reality cooking show that has gained a steady following all over the world Junior Master Chef features kids who have the ability and passion for cooking.


Taking inspiration from the Filipino's inherent value for family relationships, Max's Junior Master Chef seeks to nurture every child's love for cooking and appreciation for food. With Max's Junior Master Chef, birthday parties will never be the same again!


"Kids learn best when they are having fun. With Max's Junior Master Chef, we did not only infuse learning into a party concept, we also provided the key elements for fun and quality family time. Our vision is to create a one-of-a-kind experience that will forever be etched in the hearts of kids and their families who will celebrate at Max's," share Bobby Simborio, Corporate Media and PR Manager for Max's Group of Companies.

It's time to do the toque and apron, and start whipping up the most delicious Max's Junior Master Chef creations. The recipes are easy, absolutely yummy, fun to make and even more enjoyable to share with kids, parents and friends!


Filipinos can count on the first-rate amenities and package inclusions, like tarpaulin banners, venue decors, party invitations, balloons, cake, party hosts, kiddie tables and chairs, games, pries, lootbags and course, sumptuous food! Max's takes all the worries away from parents by incorporating their passionate service into every birthday celebration.

While Max's Junior Master Chefs enjoy their culinary adventure, Max's kitchen is bustling with activity all day long. Smiling servers come out with tray after tray of Max's world-famous fried chicken that is, simply put, 'sarap to the bones'.

No celebration will be complete withour a hefty serving of classic Filipino dishes that perfectly complement Max's iconic chicken. Dishes like Pancit Canton, Kare-Kare and Crispy Pata continue to delight diners, regardless of their age.


At Max's, food is not the only indulgence. There's laughter that always resonates in every function room and dining hall. "Max's is about a timeless tradition that links Filipino families together. We are stewards of the countless stories that we have shared with our guests. Our commitment is to continuously build the most unforgettable memories for every Filipino who will celebrate at Max's", Simborio said.

Get inspired with this exciting and exclusive tie-up with Junior Master Chef. Experience the most unforgettable birthday celebration for your little master chef.


So perhaps the next time that you'll be celebrating an occasion have it at Max's Restaurant.