Question 1

Where does Dicky's Dumps deliver?

Accepted Answer

Dicky's Dumps delivers within the City of Vancouver, Burnaby, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver. Delivery fees are waived with a minimum $100 purchase. For pickup, visit one of our retail stockists.

Question 2

How long does it take to receive my order?

Accepted Answer

Dumplings are handmade from scratch to order. Due to volume, please allow a minimum 7–10 day turnaround. You will be contacted to arrange a delivery date and time.

Question 3

Does Dicky's Dumps offer gluten-free dumplings?

Accepted Answer

Not at this time. Our wrappers are made with traditional wheat flour, which is essential for the right texture, chew, and silkiness.

Question 4

Do Dicky's Dumps dumplings contain MSG?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our dumplings contain MSG. Monosodium glutamate is a naturally occurring compound found in many foods like tomatoes and cheese. It has been proven safe in normal amounts by numerous studies. We use it because it enhances umami and is deeply embedded in the culinary traditions our recipes are rooted in.

Question 5

Does Dicky's Dumps offer dumpling-making classes in Vancouver?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Dicky's Dumps hosts private, hands-on dumpling-making workshops in Vancouver. Classes are perfect for corporate team-building events, bachelorette parties, birthday parties, family gatherings, and date nights. Participants learn authentic folding techniques and how to properly pan-sear dumplings. Contact us at dickysdumps@gmail.com to book.

Question 6

Can Dicky's Dumps host a corporate team-building cooking class?

Accepted Answer

Yes! A dumpling-making workshop with Dicky's Dumps is a popular corporate team-building activity in Vancouver. Groups get hands-on instruction in dumpling folding techniques and pan-searing, and leave with dumplings they made themselves. Email dickysdumps@gmail.com to discuss your group's needs.

Question 7

Can Dicky's Dumps cater events?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Dicky's Dumps offers catering for special events including open houses, staff retreats, weddings, birthday parties, baby showers, and anniversaries. Contact us to discuss your event.

Question 8

Who founded Dicky's Dumps?

Accepted Answer

Dicky's Dumps was founded by Pearl and Dickson, Hong Kong-born lifelong Vancouverites. The business is rooted in Chinese culinary tradition and a belief in food as culture, memory, and community.

Question 9

Where can I buy Dicky's Dumps in stores?

Accepted Answer

Dicky's Dumps handmade frozen dumplings are available at over 20 independent retailers and grocery stores across Metro Vancouver, including Gourmet Warehouse, Stong's Market (4 locations), Windsor Meats (5 locations), Meridian Farm Market, Fujiya Japanese Foods, Vegan Supply, Cioffi's Meat Market, Columbus Meat Market, Granville Island Spice Co., Pete's Meat, Heritage Meats in Langley, Foxy Farm Market in North Vancouver, Fowl Farmer and Seafair Gourmet Meats in Richmond, and Newmans Fine Foods in Delta. See the full list at dickysdumps.com/stockists.

Question 10

Can restaurants or foodservice businesses order Dicky's Dumps wholesale?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Dicky's Dumps supplies handmade frozen dumplings wholesale to restaurants, pubs, and foodservice operations across Metro Vancouver. Current restaurant partners include Sing Sing (2 locations on Main St and Commercial Dr) and several Freehouse Collective venues including Ballyhoo, Brassfish Tavern, The Lamplighter, Three Brits, and Clough Club. Contact dickysdumps@gmail.com to inquire about wholesale ordering.

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