Friday, August 27, 2010

Chocolate Phosphate

According to Ken Green in his book "I"m from Division Street," the chocolate phosphate was created at the Joe Pierce Deli by counterman Hyman Weiss. "He mixed chocolate syrup with seltzer water and it became the most popular drink in Chicago."

Friday, August 20, 2010

Good Luck and Thank You Loyola Academy

We want to thank all our friends at Loyola Academy for giving us the opportunity to feed their football players and their supporters. We really appreciate the business, and we want to let you know that we're hoping for a spectacular season this year. GO RAMBLERS !!!

Danny from Max and Benny's

Fun Things Happening at Max and Benny's

As the owner of  Max and Benny's, one of the aspects of this business that gives me the greatest pleasure is seeing intergenerational members of families enjoying themselves at our restaurant. One generation loves our Jewish comfort foods that bring back memories of their Bubbies' and Tanties' kitchens when the world was a little slower paced than today. And the younger generations are finding joy in discovering these foods as well. I also take delight in seeing how our customers react so favorably to new products at Max and Benny's, such as the Whoopie Pie that can now be found in our bakery. So I hope to see you real soon, and let us know what you think of our website and blog.

Lester Schlan

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

White Sox "Big Hurt"

Max and Benny's Frank Thomas' "Big Hurt" Cookie was featured on the Comcast White Sox post-game show on August 12, 2010. What is your favorite Max and Benny's Cookie? Let us know.


"Cousin Richie"

North Side High School Days!

Here's a shoutout to all graduates of Roosevelt, Von Steuben, Senn, Mather and Sullivan High Schools. Max and Benny's will be having two events in early November to reconnect with your friends from high school in the old neighborhood. One will be for the Roosevelt, Von Stueben and Senn crowd. The other will be for the guys and gals from Sullivan and Mather. Definite dates to follow soon. Let us hear from you if you are planning to come and if you have any ideas on how to make these events very special!

"Cousin Richie"