Monday, May 26, 2014

Cheese Blintz Souffle

Our cheese blintz souffle has just been added to our deli case at Max and Benny's. It's a perfect dish for the warmer weather. Cheese blintz souffle is traditional for the Jewish holiday of Shavous which begins next week on the evening of June 3. Stop by, pick some up, and be sure to say hello.

Sunday, May 4, 2014

Jerry Witkovsky Speaks at Max and Benny's on June 9th

The next featured author at the Chicago Jewish Authors Series at Max and Benny’s on Monday evening, June 9th, is Jerry Witkovsky, who will discuss his new book, The Grandest Love: Inspiring the Grandparent-Grandchild Connection. Mr. Witkovsky has been a beloved mentor to thousands of Jewish Chicagoans. He was the Director of Camp Chi for many years, and later became the General Director of Chicago’s Jewish Community Centers. His joyful commitment to his own six grandchildren (ages 10-30) and his passionate belief in the transformative power of becoming a “Teaching-and-Learning” family is at the heart of The Grandest Love. This is an event that you will not want to miss! This free presentation begins at 7:00 pm. We encourage you to come early and have dinner at the restaurant. Make your reservations by email to Richard Reeder at richardreeder34@gmail.com.

Saturday, April 19, 2014

July 8th is South Sider Night 2014 at Max and Benny's

South Sider Night at Max and Benny's is a tradition that South Shore, Bowen and Hyde Park alumni always look forward to. This year South Sider Night is Tuesday, July 8th. The fun begins at 5:00 pm. Come with old friends or on your own. Max and Benny's owner, South Shore alum Lester Schlan will be there to greet you. Who knows who you might meet that evening? We will even prepare some nostalgic South Side food delights for you. No reservations required, but if you have six or more in your party you might want to call the restaurant at 847-272-9490 to make one to secure seating. Email Richard Reeder at richardreeder34@gmail.com if you have any questions about South Sider Night at Max and Benny's.

Sunday, March 30, 2014

Roberta Dietzen is Next Featured Author at Max and Benny's on May 5th

Roberta Dietzen, a North Shore author, will be the featured speaker at the next Max and Benny's Chicago Jewish Authors Literary Series on Monday evening, May 5, starting at 7:00 pm. Come early and have dinner before the event. Ms. Dietzen's new book, "Gypsy Music Street," is a memoir; a family history about love, loss and the endless ramifications of the Holocaust through the generations that followed. The story delves into what it means to be a child of immigrants, a caregiver for an aged parent, and the occasionally exasperating mother/daughter relationship that will resonate with many readers. After her mother's death, the author embraced her mother's dream of seeing the town of her birth and youth just one more time. Ms. Dietzen made an extraordinary journey to Hungary and Ukraine to explore her family history. In light of the recent political unrest unfolding in the part of the world, she is very happy she decided to travel to Eastern Europe when she did. "Gypsy Music Street"is available in print or as an ebook on Amazon. If you plan on attending this event, please contact Richard Reeder at richardreeder34@gmail.com.

Monday, March 24, 2014

Nobody Does Passover Food Better Than Max and Benny's

How many times have you heard the remark that "nobody does Passover (Pesach) food better than Max and Benny's?" Happily we hear that comment often, and we truly believe it. Our Passover Dinners to Go are loaded with delicious items such as brisket and chicken, chopped liver, sweet and sour meatballs, matzo ball soup, tsimmes, matzo and potato kugel and an amazing choice of the most scrumptious Passover desserts in town. Max and Benny's First and Second Night Passover Dinners at the restaurant have become a memorable tradition for Chicago area families for many years. Everything Passover from the lamb shank to charoses is available at the Max and Benny's deli. So when you think Passover food this year, think only Max and Benny's, your one-stop Passover food location! Marvin the Maven

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Max and Benny's Hamantaschen Celebrates Purim

Purim is the holiday in which Jews around the world celebrate the victory over oppression and persecution personified by Haman. We remember the evil Haman, who received his just dessert(pun intended)in being hanged, by baking a triangular fruit-filled pastry for Purim called hamantaschen (literally Haman's pockets in Yiddish) which represents Haman's three-cornered hat. Celebrate your Purim by stopping in at the bakery at Max and Benny's and pick up the hamantaschen of your choice, which includes prune, poppyseed, cheese, cherry, apricot and raspberry among others.

Sunday, February 9, 2014

Max and Benny's is Part of North Shore Restaurant Month February 2014

Max and Benny's is a participating restaurant in Chicago's North Shore Restaurant Month this February. That means if you go to the website NorthShoreDiningDeals.com, and print out the coupon, you will receive 15% off your guest check at Max and Benny's throughout the month of February. Such a deal!

Monday, January 6, 2014

Bruce Levine to Host Hot Stove League Forum at Max and Benny's

Once again, our good friend WSCR's legendary baseball analyst Bruce Levine, will be hosting a Hot Stove League forum at Max and Benny's on Wednesday evening, February 5 at 7:00 PM. Will Theo Epstein's transformation of the Cubs reap benefits this year? Can the White Sox contend in 2014? Bruce will give his perceptive insights to these and other baseball questions that evening. The event is free. Come early and have dinner at the restaurant. Please contact Richard Reeder at richardreeder34@gmail.com if you plan to attend or have any questions.