12 Facts About P.F. Chang’s That Will Leave You Speechless!

We've eaten at P.F. Chang's many times, but we're a little embarrassed to admit we didn't know most of these facts. Now that we do, however, we appreciate the food even more!

Check Them Out Below…

1. IT ALL BEGAN WITH A STARVING ARTIST
When Philip Chiang finished art school in Los Angeles, he had a hard time finding job prospects. When his mother took a long-term trip to China, he happily filled in as the chef and owner of her restaurant.

2. THE RECIPES COME FROM AN AWARD-WINNING CHEF
Philip's mother, legendary restaurateur Cecilia Chiang…is known as the Julia Child of Chinese cooking.

3. THE GUY BEHIND RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE SPARKED THE IDEA
Paul Fleming, a businessman from Louisiana… eventually convinced Philip Chiang to collaborate with him on a Chinese restaurant concept.

4. IT LAUNCHED TWO OTHER RESTAURANT CHAINS
Pei Wei Asian Diner, a fast-casual spot specializing in takeout, opened in 2000, and Taneko Japanese Tavern, an upscale, Japanese pub serving sushi, noodles and robatayaki dishes, opened in 2006.

5. THERE ARE OVER 250 LOCATIONS WORLDWIDE
There are now more than 200 locations in the United States alone, plus 56 internationally.

6. EVERY DISH IS MADE COMPLETELY FROM SCRATCH
Produce is local whenever possible, and vegetables and meat are prepped fresh each day.

7. P.F. CHANG'S PUT CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS ON THE MAP
The signature Chiang family recipe is a secret.

8. THE CHEFS KNOW HOW TO ROCK A WOK
Cooks on the wok line get the pans screaming hot in order to release all the flavors of the ingredients and cook them quickly so they retain their nutrients.

9. IT WAS THE FIRST NATIONAL RESTAURANT TO USE SRIRACHA
Now they use nearly 100,000 bottles of it per year!

10. YOU CAN FIND YOUR FAVORITE MENU ITEMS IN THE FROZEN AISLE
You can get your Asian-food fix with just a few minutes in the microwave.

11. EXPECT THE MENU TO CHANGE REGULARLY
With the Local Favorites menu, area chefs can highlight new dishes, plus gluten-free options and holiday menus for celebrations like Chinese New Year keep your tastebuds on their toes.

12. THERE'S AN AWESOME REWARDS PROGRAM
For every dollar you spend, you'll get 10 points on your account—once you reach 2,000, there's a free entrée with your name on it.

Finished!

We were really surprised by some of these facts, especially that the founder went to art school. Who knew an artist could make such a great chef? What tidbit most surprised you?

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Article Source: Delish

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