As wifey and I were busy this morning tidying up the house (so we could have our Independence Day date later) while our little guy was out vacationing with his Ninong and Tita for their ID celebration getaway, I received this sweet treat for Father’s Day from Max’s Restaurant. Thank you so much, Max’s!

A thoughtful Father’s Day Treat from Max’s: A customized Father’s Day cake from Max’s Corner Bakery, #PusoToTheMax memorabilia shirt, pins and autographed posters and Max’s GCs.
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Incidentally, as the country commemorates its Declaration of Independence, Global Filipino brand Max’s Restaurant boosts its support for Gilas Pilipinas who are hailed as the country’s modern-day heroes.After entering the fray in the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup, the Philippine National Basketball Team (Gilas Pilipinas) sets their hearts to bringing honor to the country, hoping to sail through the championship games against the best international basketball teams in Spain this August. This is the first time in 36 years that Filipino athletes will be given a shot at this prestigious international stage for basketball. “Nothing of this magnitude can be achieved without a team effort. And I think in the end, that’s the story of Gilas. Here’s an entire nation coming together for Philippine basketball’s finest hour. That’s what Laban Pilipinas – puso – is all about,” said Gilas Head Coach Chot Reyes.

Gilas Pilipinas gears up for the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup in August, the national team gains a staunch ally through Max’s, the leading Filipino food restaurant in the Philippines. Max’s is known for its heart-warming campaigns, especially those that celebrate world-class Filipino talent. Not just success, but the work put behind to achieve the goal. Every Filipino has celebrated a milestone at Max’s – be it reunions, graduations, birthdays, or winning contests.
The partnership of Max’s and Team Gilas is forged from the heart. Both share the goal of mirroring every Filipino’s dream. Both came from humble beginnings, and rose to success through the patronage of fans. Today, Max’s and Team Gilas are equally passionate about taking the Filipino legacy to its utmost glory, by proving the talent and caliber of the Filipino spirit on a global scale.
Don’t forget to show our support by tuning in to Max’s Restaurant Facebook page, share your #PusoToTheMax photos with your right hand across your chest just like the Gilas Team are photographed in the above shot. A once-in-a-lifetime experience awaits one fan who will win two tickets to Madrid, Spain and watch the Gilas Pilipinas team compete live at the FIBA Basketball World Cup.