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Panda Express' Honey Walnut Shrimp to Debut Nationwide

First Premium Shrimp Entrée Delivers Sweet Sensation

Panda Express, the nation's leader in Asian dining experiences, announces the launch of its most decadent dish to date, Honey Walnut Shrimp. Debuting at all Panda Express restaurants on March 10, 2010, the premium entrée is made with fresh tempura shrimp, wok-tossed in Panda's signature gourmet honey sauce and topped with glazed walnuts.

Panda Express' Honey Walnut Shrimp is the latest creation from Chinese cuisine expert, executive chef Andy Kao, who first served the tasty dish more than 25 years ago at Panda Inn, the company's flagship restaurant concept. The dish had a tremendous following and Chef Andy has spent the last three years perfecting the delicate ingredients and cooking techniques that now define Panda Express' Honey Walnut Shrimp. The result is the perfectly irresistible sweet and crispy flavor combination that guests will crave.

"Honey Walnut Shrimp will quickly become a fan-favorite," said Glenn Lunde, Panda Express senior vice president and chief marketing officer. "Our guests are looking for new and exciting flavors and we are proud to offer our first premium shrimp entrée to satisfy those high expectations."

To thank its guests and celebrate the national debut of Honey Walnut Shrimp, on Wednesday March 10, 2010 the company will celebrate "Free Honey Walnut Shrimp Wednesday" at participating stores nationwide. Guests will receive a free single entrée serving of Honey Walnut Shrimp with an exclusive coupon available to Panda Express Facebook Fans. Guests are encouraged to "friend" Panda Express to receive their coupon.

About Panda Restaurant Group

Founded in 1983, with more than 1,300 locations in 38 states, the privately-held Panda Restaurant Group is the Nation's leader in Asian dining experiences. The successful family of restaurants includes Panda Express, Panda Inn and Hibachi-San. Panda Express is best known for its wide variety of original recipes including it famous Orange Chicken, Beijing Beef and SweetFire Chicken Breast. For more information visit www.pandaexpress.com, become a fan on Facebook or follow on Twitter.