2022 marks the Year of the Tiger and P.F. Chang's is celebrating with a limited-edition cocktail and seasonal experiences. The Iwai of the Tiger cocktail is made with Mars Iwai 45 Japanese Whisky, elderflower liqueur, green tea agave, lemon, pineapple and fresh mint. This cocktail is paired with an augmented reality experience that is said to "bring the spirit of the tiger to life in an unexpected way" to delight guests.
The restaurant is also inviting people to ring in the new year with lucky classic dishes that symbolize good fortune. These options include Handmade Pork Dumplings to represent wealth, Vegetable Lo Mein Noodles to encourage happiness and longevity, and the Oolong Chilean Seabass and Sushi Rolls to welcome prosperity.
Tiger-Themed AR Cocktails
P.F. Chang’s Limited-Edition Cocktail Marks the Lunar New Year
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