Where does Dicky's Dumps deliver?

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.

How long does it take to receive my order?

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.

Does Dicky's Dumps offer gluten-free dumplings?

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

Do Dicky's Dumps dumplings contain MSG?

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Can Dicky's Dumps cater events?

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.

Who founded Dicky's Dumps?

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.

Where can I buy Dicky's Dumps in stores?

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.

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

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.

How to Cook Dicky's Dumps — Pan-Fry, Steam & Boil InstructionsDumplings — Dicky's Dumps

Dicky's Dumps cook straight from frozen. No defrosting needed! Try cooking dumplings pan-fried, steamed, or boiled. Pan-frying gives you the classic crispy potsticker base; steaming keeps them delicate like a dim sum bite; boiling gives them a silkiness great for soups and noodle bowls. Deep-frying is also an option for maximum crunch.

Fill pot 2/3 full with water and bring to full boil.
Lower dumplings in, stir to make sure they don’t stick to the bottom. Stir occasionally as needed.
Cook until all dumplings float - this typically takes about 4-5 minutes.
Add one cup of cold water, and let it come back to a boil. Let dumplings cook for another 3-4 minutes. Strain and serve immediately.
We toss ours in sesame oil, a hit of soy, chili crisp, and top with fresh cilantro. For a balanced one-pot meal, you can cook as above but in broth rather than water, and add veggies and noodles to create a hearty bowl of soup!
Not most ideal for our vegetarian dumplings as the fill is pre-cooked, delicate and may burst. Doable but requires a bit more care (gentle boil, cook to first float.) Best bet is to steam or pan-fry those babies!
In a non-stick frying pan, heat 1-2 tablespoons of neutral oil on medium high.
Place frozen dumplings in pan and cook until bottoms are lightly browned.
Slowly add water to cover the bottom ¼ of the dumplings.
Cover with lid, cook on medium high heat until water evaporates, about 10 minutes.
Turn heat down to medium low, remove lid and check to see if the bottoms are golden brown and crispy.
Serve with dipping sauce of your choice. There are no rules!
Line the bottom of your bamboo or metal steamer with steamer paper. You can get this at Asian grocers, or cut parchment paper to size, cutting small holes in the paper to create perforation for steam to escape through. If you don’t have either, spray a thin coating of oil, or lay down a flat lettuce leaf.
Place frozen dumplings into the steamer basket, spaced evenly apart to prevent them from sticking together.
Place over a wok or pot filled with boiling water and cover with lid. Steam for recommended time:
Chicken & Ginger: 12 minutes, Pork & Chives: 10 minutes, Shrimp & Scallop: 10 minutes, Vegetarian: 7 minutes
Garnish with scallion ribbons if you’re feeling fancy. We dip these in Chinkiang vinegar (dark Chinese vinegar) with fresh julienned ginger, or chili oil.

Dipping Sauces & Serving Suggestions

There are no rules, but chili oil, soy sauce, and black vinegar are all classics. For pan-fried and boiled dumplings, soy sauce with chili crisp and a splash of sesame oil is our go-to. For steamed dumplings, try Chinkiang vinegar (dark Chinese vinegar) with fresh julienned ginger. For deep-fried, a creamy zesty aioli hits different.

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how to cook dumplings

boil • Cook Time: 7-9 min

pan-fry • cook time: 15 min

steam • cook time: 7-10 min

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