Asians Like Panda Express, Mexicans Like El Pollo Loco and Other Fast Food Stereotypes Research Says Are Actually True

May 31, 2013 // 11:16 am

Next time you’re out grabbing fast food, stop and look at your fellow diners. If you’re at In-N-Out, are they mostly Asian and Hispanic? At Popeye’s, mostly African-American? At Tim Horton’s, mostly white?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, it turns out you’re not just being…

Free Orange Chicken from Panda Express Tonight from 9 P.M. to Closing

May 31, 2013 // 10:54 am

As much brouhaha as we may normally raise over Panda Express’ awful Americanized renditions of Chinese fast food staples, sometimes you can’t help but crave some Orange Chicken. So if you’ve been denying your most basic urges in order to preserve your culinary reputation or your precious beach bod,…

The Quintessential Guide to Fast Food + Wine Pairings

April 15, 2013 // 1:32 pm

Which pairs better with a plate of Panda Express Orange Chicken: a Gewürztraminer or a Rhone Valley Rosé?

Different people will tell you different things. The Gewürz is perfect for bringing out the natural spice of the orange sauce, while the Rosé marries swimmingly with citrus. And while an…

A Dirty Love Letter to Dirty Chinese Food

January 23, 2013 // 6:20 pm

Dear Dirty Chinese Food,

I want you. There, I said it. I want you so bad it hurts.

I thought I was done. Done with this. Done with you.

Chinese Food the Key to One Athlete’s Olympic Success

July 30, 2012 // 7:57 pm

It’s always interesting to know how athletes prepare for the Olympics. In 2008, we learned that U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps consumed 12,000 calories per day, while U.S. men’s basketball star Kobe Bryant said he shed 16 pounds for this year’s Olympics.

Zhiwen He, a representative for Spain in…

Free Orange Chicken After 9PM At Panda Express on June 22 [DEAL]

June 21, 2012 // 4:04 pm

Valid only on Friday, June 22 after 9PM, participating Panda Express locations are celebrating summer by giving away free single servings of Orange Chicken. Absolutely no purchase is necessary for the free serving. Just mention the deal, present this coupon, and you’ve got yourself a sweet &…

Panda Express Launches a ‘Shanghai Angus Steak’ Menu Item

April 13, 2012 // 9:26 pm

Panda Express‘ latest creation, Shanghai Angus Steak, joins the lineup of Panda items for the end of Spring with a zesty Asian ferocity. The new addition features thick cut slices of juicy Angus Top Sirloin marinated wok Asian seasonings and wok-seared. Tossed in with the meat is…

Panda Express Introduces Three Item ‘Paw Plate’ To Select Cities

March 9, 2012 // 1:03 am

Now at select locations, Panda Express‘s new Paw Plate will let you sample a greater variety of food for a cheaper price. For the price of their classic 2-Entree plate, you can order any three medium-sized entrees instead of two large-sized entrees.

The Paw…