The Northern Dumpling

The project aims to unify The Northern Dumpling Company’s brand identity by creating a consistent, premium brand strategy that respects the company’s heritage while embracing modernity. This includes developing cohesive branding materials, such as packaging, website elements, and in-store visuals, to elevate the customer experience. The final design highlights the balance between tradition and playful modernity.

Type of Work Branding Design

Client The Northern Dumpling Co.

Year 2024


The Northern Dumpling Company, legally known as Jing Peking Foods Canada, is a third-generation brand specializing in premium, handmade, and authentic frozen Chinese food. With its roots in Shandong and Taiwan since 1984, the brand continues to offer high-quality dumplings, buns, and pancakes while expanding its product line to cater to a modern and discerning audience. In a market saturated with generic frozen food brands, The Northern Dumpling Company sets itself apart with a strong focus on craftsmanship, authentic taste, and high customer loyalty.

The Northern Dumpling Company offers premium, handmade, authentic frozen Chinese food, known for its superior taste and quality, trusted by generations of Asian families and restaurants.

To blend traditional craftsmanship with modern branding, creating a premium identity that reflects the rich heritage of authentic Chinese cuisine while appealing to a contemporary audience.

“Handmade Traditions, Modern Flavours” – bringing together the art of traditional Chinese food making with modern, high-quality design to deliver a superior culinary experience in every package. To capture this, the final design features a charming illustration of a dragon using chopsticks to pick up a dumpling, symbolizing both tradition and playfulness in an endearing, contemporary style.

             Design Elements:

  • Logo & Typography: Incorporate the hand-drawn dragon illustration holding a dumpling with chopsticks, adding a playful, approachable element to the premium brand identity. This cute yet sophisticated design makes the brand stand out while remaining rooted in its cultural heritage.
  • Color Scheme: Retain the brand’s signature red (HEX 981616) to honor its heritage, with additional modern accents to balance traditional and contemporary aesthetics.
  • Packaging Design: Use the dragon illustration prominently on packaging, creating a fun and visually striking representation of the brand while maintaining its premium positioning. The custom design adds a personal touch, enhancing the customer experience.
  • Visual Style: Blend traditional Chinese visual elements with a fresh, modern look to appeal to both Asian and Western audiences. The playful yet high-quality design conveys authenticity while remaining contemporary and engaging.
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