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| ⚫ | '''Din Tai Fung''' is a [[Restaurant chain|chain restaurant]] founded in [[Taiwan]], best-known for its [[xiaolongbao]], a type of steamed [[dumpling]]. In 1972, Din Tai Fung started selling xiaolongbao and soon began to expand. The restaurant is recommended by the [[New York Times]] and the [[Michelin Guide]]. Din Tai Fung’s branches have spread around the world along with its business philosophy. |
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== History == |
== History == |
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Din Tai Fung was originally a retail [[cooking oil]] business founded by Yang Bing-yi in 1958.<ref name="Liu">Liu, Haiming. "Din Tai Fung As a Global Dumpling House." ''From Canton Restaurant to Panda Express: a History of Chinese Food in the United States''. New Brunswick: Rutgers University Press, 2015. September 11, 2017. EBSCOhost eBook Collection.</ref><ref name="Legacy">"[http://dintaifungusa.com/history/our-legacy/ Our Legacy]." Din Tai Fung USA.</ref> Din Tai Fun got its name from Heng Tai Fung, the cooking oil company where founder Yang previously worked, and Din Mei oil, the oil supplier of Yang’s business.<ref name="SG">"[https://www.dintaifung.com.sg/about.php About Us]." Din Tai Fung SG.</ref> In 1972, as a result of the unsuccessful cooking oil business, half of the Din Tai Fung oil shop was turned into a restaurant where Yang and his wife started selling steamed dumplings, xiaolongbao.<ref name="Liu" /><ref name="SG" /><ref name="Brian">Hwarng, Brian. "[http://thinkbusiness.nus.edu/article/the-art-of-the-dumpling/ The art of the dumpling: Lessons from Din Tai Fung]." ''ThinkBusiness''.</ref> Gradually, Din Tai Fung’s xiaolongbao business made a bigger profit than its cooking oil business, so the founders decided to close the oil business and focus on the restaurant business.<ref name="Liu" /><ref name="Jennings">Jennings, Ralph. "[https://www.forbes.com/global/2011/1205/feature-dumplings-yang-din-tai-fung-restaurant-jennings.html The World's Greatest Dumplings]." ''Forbes''.</ref> Din Tai Fung was then |
Din Tai Fung was originally a retail [[cooking oil]] business founded by Yang Bing-yi in 1958.<ref name="Liu">Liu, Haiming. "Din Tai Fung As a Global Dumpling House." ''From Canton Restaurant to Panda Express: a History of Chinese Food in the United States''. New Brunswick: Rutgers University Press, 2015. September 11, 2017. EBSCOhost eBook Collection.</ref><ref name="Legacy">"[http://dintaifungusa.com/history/our-legacy/ Our Legacy] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170929222724/http://dintaifungusa.com/history/our-legacy/ |date=2017-09-29 }}." Din Tai Fung USA.</ref> Din Tai Fun got its name from Heng Tai Fung, the cooking oil company where founder Yang previously worked, and Din Mei oil, the oil supplier of Yang’s business.<ref name="SG">"[https://www.dintaifung.com.sg/about.php About Us] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171022035016/http://dintaifung.com.sg/about.php |date=2017-10-22 }}." Din Tai Fung SG.</ref> In 1972, as a result of the unsuccessful cooking oil business, half of the Din Tai Fung oil shop was turned into a restaurant where Yang and his wife started selling steamed dumplings, xiaolongbao.<ref name="Liu" /><ref name="SG" /><ref name="Brian">Hwarng, Brian. "[http://thinkbusiness.nus.edu/article/the-art-of-the-dumpling/ The art of the dumpling: Lessons from Din Tai Fung]." ''ThinkBusiness''.</ref> Gradually, Din Tai Fung’s xiaolongbao business made a bigger profit than its cooking oil business, so the founders decided to close the oil business and focus on the restaurant business.<ref name="Liu" /><ref name="Jennings">Jennings, Ralph. "[https://www.forbes.com/global/2011/1205/feature-dumplings-yang-din-tai-fung-restaurant-jennings.html The World's Greatest Dumplings]." ''Forbes''.</ref> Din Tai Fung was then enlarged to a 300-seat restaurant. The restaurant is originally located on Xinyi Road in [[Taipei City]] and could sell 4,000 pieces of xiaolongbao a day.<ref name="Jennings" /><ref name="Fan">Fan, Cindy. "[http://somanymiles.com/2013/11/din-tai-fung-art-of-the-dumpling/ Din Tai Fung & the art of the dumpling]." ''So Many Miles''.</ref> |
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In 2000 Din Tai Fung was turned into an incorporated company by its CEO, Yang Ji-hua, son of Yang Bing-yi. Din Tai Fung’s management team was formed and a central kitchen was established.<ref name="Liu" /> Later, Din Tai Fung’s [[franchise]] rights were offered to some overseas companies such as The Breadtalk Group and The Moment Group.<ref name="Toni">Antiporda, Toni. "[http://www.entrepreneur.com.ph/run-and-grow/din-tai-fung-the-moment-group-a00054%20-20160403 Din Tai Fung: A taste of Taiwan in Manila.]" ''Entrepreneur Philippines''.</ref><ref name="Alpha">ALT Perspective. "[https://seekingalpha.com/article/4036902-shorting-breadtalk-stock-get-scalded Shorting The Breadtalk Stock? Don't Get Scalded!]." ''Seeking Alpha''</ref> Now Din Tai Fung is a chain restaurant company that operates branches around the world. |
In 2000 Din Tai Fung was turned into an [[Incorporated|incorporated company]] by its [[Chief executive officer|CEO]], Yang Ji-hua, son of Yang Bing-yi. Din Tai Fung’s management team was formed and a central kitchen was established.<ref name="Liu" /> Later, Din Tai Fung’s [[franchise]] rights were offered to some overseas companies such as [[The Breadtalk Group]] and [[The Moment Group]].<ref name="Toni">Antiporda, Toni. "[http://www.entrepreneur.com.ph/run-and-grow/din-tai-fung-the-moment-group-a00054%20-20160403 Din Tai Fung: A taste of Taiwan in Manila.]{{Dead link|date=January 2021 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}" ''Entrepreneur Philippines''.</ref><ref name="Alpha">ALT Perspective. "[https://seekingalpha.com/article/4036902-shorting-breadtalk-stock-get-scalded Shorting The Breadtalk Stock? Don't Get Scalded!]." ''Seeking Alpha''</ref> Now Din Tai Fung is a chain restaurant company that operates branches around the world. |
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== Business Philosophy == |
== Business Philosophy == |
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Since the opening of its first restaurant in Taiwan, Din Tai Fung’s aim has been to keep control of its food and service quality and make sure customers around the world have the same food experience every time they visit.<ref name="Brian" /><ref name="Philosophy">"[http://dintaifungusa.com/history/our-philosophy/ Our Philosophy]." Din Tai Fung USA.</ref> Din Tai Fung requires all of its franchises to follow its business model. The company rejected several franchising requests because of concerns about not meeting its standards in its branches.<ref name="Brian" /><ref name="Jennings" /> The restaurant not only standardizes its [[recipe]]s, but also focuses on training its staff in order to offer the same service in every branch.<ref name="Brian" /> Customers are able to watch the [[chef]]s make xiaolongbao in the kitchen through a glass window, and Din Tai Fung does not [[advertise]].<ref name="Brian" /><ref name="Jennings" /><ref name="Sui">Sui, Cindy. "[ |
Since the opening of its first restaurant in Taiwan, Din Tai Fung’s aim has been to keep control of its food and service quality and make sure customers around the world have the same food experience every time they visit.<ref name="Brian" /><ref name="Philosophy">"[http://dintaifungusa.com/history/our-philosophy/ Our Philosophy] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170326102402/http://dintaifungusa.com/history/our-philosophy/ |date=2017-03-26 }}." Din Tai Fung USA.</ref> Din Tai Fung requires all of its franchises to follow its business model. The company rejected several franchising requests because of concerns about not meeting its standards in its branches.<ref name="Brian" /><ref name="Jennings" /> The restaurant not only standardizes its [[recipe]]s, but also focuses on training its staff in order to offer the same service in every branch.<ref name="Brian" /> Customers are able to watch the [[chef]]s make xiaolongbao in the kitchen through a glass window, and Din Tai Fung does not [[advertise]].<ref name="Brian" /><ref name="Jennings" /><ref name="Sui">Sui, Cindy. "[https://www.bbc.com/news/av/business-33160543/why-din-tai-fung-dumplings-are-fam%20ous Why Din Tai Fung dumplings are famous]." ''BBC News''.</ref><ref name="AFP">AFP. "[http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/archives/2008/01/26/2003398879/2 Din Tai Fung joins MOFA food tour]." ''Taipei Times''.</ref> |
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== Cuisine == |
== Cuisine == |
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== Branches == |
== Branches == |
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Din Tai Fung’s original restaurant in Taiwan was founded in 1972. Since then, Din Tai Fung has established 119 branches in |
Din Tai Fung’s original restaurant in Taiwan was founded in 1972. Since then, Din Tai Fung has established 119 branches in 15 countries.<ref name="Toni" /> These countries include Taiwan, [[Japan]], the [[United States]], mainland [[China]], [[Singapore]], [[South Korea]], [[Indonesia]], [[Hong Kong]], [[Australia]], [[Malaysia]], [[Thailand]], [[Macau]], [[UAE]], [[United Kingdom]] and the [[Philippines]].<ref>"[http://www.dintaifung.tw/store/en-usa.html Din Tai Fung Locations]." Din Tai Fung TW</ref> |
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== Reputation == |
== Reputation == |
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In 1993, Din Tai Fung was listed as one of the top ten restaurants in the world by the New York Times, which made it well-known on the international stage.<ref name="Liu" /><ref name="Legacy" /><ref name="Jennings" /><ref name="Fan" /><ref name="Chronology">"[http://dintaifungusa.com/history/chronology/ Chronology]." Din Tai Fung USA.</ref> After opening its first branch in Japan in 1996, Din Tai Fung gained more international recognition.<ref name="Legacy" /><ref name="Brian" /> In 2010, Din Taig Fung’s Silvercord branch in Hong Kong received the restaurant’s first [[Michelin Guide|Michelin Star]], and it was awarded a Michelin Star for the next three years.<ref name="Legacy" /><ref name="Brian" /><ref name="Dave">Johnston, Dave. "[http://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/best-franchises-for-travelers/index.html Golden chains: 20 best franchises for travelers]." ''CNN Travel''.</ref> In 2013, [[CNN]] rated Din Tai Fung as the second best franchise in the world for travelers because of its xiaolongbao.<ref name="Chronology" /><ref name="Dave" /> |
In 1993, Din Tai Fung was listed as one of the top ten restaurants in the world by the New York Times, which made it well-known on the international stage.<ref name="Liu" /><ref name="Legacy" /><ref name="Jennings" /><ref name="Fan" /><ref name="Chronology">"[http://dintaifungusa.com/history/chronology/ Chronology] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171015025229/http://dintaifungusa.com/history/chronology/ |date=2017-10-15 }}." Din Tai Fung USA.</ref> After opening its first branch in Japan in 1996, Din Tai Fung gained more international recognition.<ref name="Legacy" /><ref name="Brian" /> In 2010, Din Taig Fung’s Silvercord branch in Hong Kong received the restaurant’s first [[Michelin Guide|Michelin Star]], and it was awarded a Michelin Star for the next three years.<ref name="Legacy" /><ref name="Brian" /><ref name="Dave">Johnston, Dave. "[http://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/best-franchises-for-travelers/index.html Golden chains: 20 best franchises for travelers]." ''CNN Travel''.</ref> In 2013, [[CNN]] rated Din Tai Fung as the second best franchise in the world for travelers because of its xiaolongbao.<ref name="Chronology" /><ref name="Dave" /> |
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Latest revision as of 16:28, 20 January 2024
Din Tai Fung is a chain restaurant founded in Taiwan, best-known for its xiaolongbao, a type of steamed dumpling. In 1972, Din Tai Fung started selling xiaolongbao and soon began to expand. The restaurant is recommended by the New York Times and the Michelin Guide. Din Tai Fung’s branches have spread around the world along with its business philosophy.
History
[change | change source]Din Tai Fung was originally a retail cooking oil business founded by Yang Bing-yi in 1958.[1][2] Din Tai Fun got its name from Heng Tai Fung, the cooking oil company where founder Yang previously worked, and Din Mei oil, the oil supplier of Yang’s business.[3] In 1972, as a result of the unsuccessful cooking oil business, half of the Din Tai Fung oil shop was turned into a restaurant where Yang and his wife started selling steamed dumplings, xiaolongbao.[1][3][4] Gradually, Din Tai Fung’s xiaolongbao business made a bigger profit than its cooking oil business, so the founders decided to close the oil business and focus on the restaurant business.[1][5] Din Tai Fung was then enlarged to a 300-seat restaurant. The restaurant is originally located on Xinyi Road in Taipei City and could sell 4,000 pieces of xiaolongbao a day.[5][6]
In 2000 Din Tai Fung was turned into an incorporated company by its CEO, Yang Ji-hua, son of Yang Bing-yi. Din Tai Fung’s management team was formed and a central kitchen was established.[1] Later, Din Tai Fung’s franchise rights were offered to some overseas companies such as The Breadtalk Group and The Moment Group.[7][8] Now Din Tai Fung is a chain restaurant company that operates branches around the world.
Business Philosophy
[change | change source]Since the opening of its first restaurant in Taiwan, Din Tai Fung’s aim has been to keep control of its food and service quality and make sure customers around the world have the same food experience every time they visit.[4][9] Din Tai Fung requires all of its franchises to follow its business model. The company rejected several franchising requests because of concerns about not meeting its standards in its branches.[4][5] The restaurant not only standardizes its recipes, but also focuses on training its staff in order to offer the same service in every branch.[4] Customers are able to watch the chefs make xiaolongbao in the kitchen through a glass window, and Din Tai Fung does not advertise.[4][5][10][11]
Cuisine
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Din Tai Fung serves cuisine that originated in the region of Shanghai, and its most famous dish is a type of steamed dumpling called xiaolongbao.[1] Din Tai Fung has very precise standards for making xiaolongbao. The dough and fillings of the xiaolongbao have to be weighed carefully. They must weigh exactly 21g, with 5g of dough and 16g of filling.[6][10] Din Tai Fung’s xiaolongbao must have eighteen folds. After doing a lot of testing, the chefs found that the eighteen folds give xiaolongbao the best texture and also the best appearance.[4][6][12]
Din Tai Fung also serves other Shanghai cuisine such as dumplings, buns, fried rice, wontons and noodles.[13]
Branches
[change | change source]Din Tai Fung’s original restaurant in Taiwan was founded in 1972. Since then, Din Tai Fung has established 119 branches in 15 countries.[7] These countries include Taiwan, Japan, the United States, mainland China, Singapore, South Korea, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Australia, Malaysia, Thailand, Macau, UAE, United Kingdom and the Philippines.[14]
Reputation
[change | change source]In 1993, Din Tai Fung was listed as one of the top ten restaurants in the world by the New York Times, which made it well-known on the international stage.[1][2][5][6][15] After opening its first branch in Japan in 1996, Din Tai Fung gained more international recognition.[2][4] In 2010, Din Taig Fung’s Silvercord branch in Hong Kong received the restaurant’s first Michelin Star, and it was awarded a Michelin Star for the next three years.[2][4][16] In 2013, CNN rated Din Tai Fung as the second best franchise in the world for travelers because of its xiaolongbao.[15][16]
References
[change | change source]- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Liu, Haiming. "Din Tai Fung As a Global Dumpling House." From Canton Restaurant to Panda Express: a History of Chinese Food in the United States. New Brunswick: Rutgers University Press, 2015. September 11, 2017. EBSCOhost eBook Collection.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "Our Legacy Archived 2017-09-29 at the Wayback Machine." Din Tai Fung USA.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "About Us Archived 2017-10-22 at the Wayback Machine." Din Tai Fung SG.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 Hwarng, Brian. "The art of the dumpling: Lessons from Din Tai Fung." ThinkBusiness.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 Jennings, Ralph. "The World's Greatest Dumplings." Forbes.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 Fan, Cindy. "Din Tai Fung & the art of the dumpling." So Many Miles.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Antiporda, Toni. "Din Tai Fung: A taste of Taiwan in Manila.[permanent dead link]" Entrepreneur Philippines.
- ↑ ALT Perspective. "Shorting The Breadtalk Stock? Don't Get Scalded!." Seeking Alpha
- ↑ "Our Philosophy Archived 2017-03-26 at the Wayback Machine." Din Tai Fung USA.
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 Sui, Cindy. "Why Din Tai Fung dumplings are famous." BBC News.
- ↑ AFP. "Din Tai Fung joins MOFA food tour." Taipei Times.
- ↑ Shapiro, Rebecca. "How Din Tai Fung Makes The World’s Most Loved Pork Soup Dumplings." BuffPost.
- ↑ "Menu." Din Tai Fung USA.
- ↑ "Din Tai Fung Locations." Din Tai Fung TW
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 "Chronology Archived 2017-10-15 at the Wayback Machine." Din Tai Fung USA.
- ↑ 16.0 16.1 Johnston, Dave. "Golden chains: 20 best franchises for travelers." CNN Travel.