Max Kalnitz

New York

Writer|formerly @thisisinsider, @TheBuffaloNews|words @billboard, @thenation, @observer, @brooklynmag etc.|@NewhouseSU alum|BillsMafia and Deadhead

Articles

The Most Tempting Tasting Menus in Brooklyn Right Now

1 week ago | bkmag.com | Max Kalnitz

Treating yourself to a fancy meal is special no matter the form or occasion. But delving into the wild and wonderfully luxurious world of tasting menus unlocks a new level of dining in which each bite is carefully considered and thoughtfully curated. Never want for anything really, Brooklyn, of course, has no shortage of tempting tasting menus to experience (one less as of last month—RIP Blanca).
10 Spots Serving Up Absurdly Enjoyable Onigiri

1 month ago | bkmag.com | Max Kalnitz

You don’t have to look very hard to find onigiri in Japan. The delicious rice balls—stuffed with a variety of fillings from tuna to salmon and pickled plum—are sold in convenience stores, on trains, and at izakayas. They’re one of the most popular and affordable snacks in the country. In fact, the Japanese have enjoyed them for over 2,000 years, largely thanks to the convenience provided by their inherent portability.
“I’ve been waiting for this day for a long time”: Masayoshi Takanaka Plays First U.S. Show in 40 Years

2 months ago | atwoodmagazine.com | Max Kalnitz

71-year-old guitarist Masayoshi Takanaka dazzled fans with a hit-filled setlist, treating fans of an international genre to a once-in-a-lifetime show at LA’s Wiltern Theatre.
16 presidents who grew up in surprisingly humble homes

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Max Kalnitz |Mykenna Maniece

Some presidents like John F. Kennedy and Donald Trump were born into wealth. Others came from working-class families who lived in small cabins or on farms. President Abraham Lincoln was born in a one-bedroom log cabin on the Kentucky frontier. Some presidents' journeys to Washington began in surprisingly humble homes, cottages, or log cabins. With six levels, 132 rooms, and 35 bathrooms, the White House was unsurprisingly a jarring transition for some presidents. Harry S.
18 of the longest-lasting female friendships in Hollywood

Feb 13, 2025 | makers.com | Max Kalnitz

February 13 is Galentine's Day, a day for women to celebrate their female friendships. Some female celebrities have found lifelong friends in other A-listers. Kate Hudson and Liv Tyler have been friends since high school. Galentine's Day is officially here. The term was coined 15 years ago on an episode of "Parks and Recreation," with Amy Poehler's character Leslie Knope declaring, "Oh, it's only the best day of the year.
18 of the longest-lasting female friendships in Hollywood

Feb 13, 2025 | aol.com | Max Kalnitz |Elana Klein |Mykenna Maniece

February 13 is Galentine's Day, a day for women to celebrate their female friendships. Some female celebrities have found lifelong friends in other A-listers. Kate Hudson and Liv Tyler have been friends since high school. Galentine's Day is officially here. The term was coined 15 years ago on an episode of "Parks and Recreation," with Amy Poehler's character Leslie Knope declaring, "Oh, it's only the best day of the year.
NFL Legends You Forgot Never Clinched a Super Bowl Victory

Feb 3, 2025 | businessinsider.com | Max Kalnitz |Mykenna Maniece

Sports Dan Marino lost the only Super Bowl he ever played in. George Gojkovich/Contributor/Getty Images This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Many NFL greats fell short of winning the sport's greatest achievement: a Super Bowl. The Buffalo Bills' Jim Kelly led the team to four consecutive Super Bowls in the '90s but never won.
11 All-Star Sushi Spots in Brooklyn

Jan 22, 2025 | bkmag.com | Max Kalnitz

Ask a random person in Brooklyn what their favorite food is and there’s a good chance they’ll say sushi. With revenue from the U.S.’s nearly 17,000 sushi restaurants expected to total $34.9 billion in 2024, it’s inarguably one of the most popular foods in the country. Sushi is also one of my personal favorite meals to eat. And, ever since traveling to Japan, I’ve enjoyed bopping around the borough in search of rolls as authentic as the ones I ate overseas.
6 Mediterranean restaurants to check out this fall

Oct 31, 2024 | bkmag.com | Max Kalnitz

Mediterranean food is one of those rare cuisines that checks all the boxes — it has a wide range of delicious flavors and textures, is generally healthy, can be light and filling at the same time, and encourages drinking a little red wine. It also perfectly transports you to a warm summer day whenever you eat it. It may be November but Brooklyn has no shortage of sunshine for the foreseeable future.
30 actors who played the president of the United States, and how they compare to the real thing

Aug 28, 2024 | yahoo.com | Jacob Shamsian |Talia Lakritz |Max Kalnitz

Many movies and TV shows have portrayed real US presidents played by Hollywood actors. Daniel Day-Lewis shared a striking resemblance to Abraham Lincoln in the 2012 film "Lincoln."Dennis Quaid plays President Ronald Reagan in the 2024 film "Reagan."Numerous movies and television shows have told presidents' stories, but some actors look the part more than others. In the latest presidential biopic, "Reagan," Dennis Quaid portrays President Ronald Reagan. The historical drama premieres August 30.