Tale of Passion & Perseverance
Little Ting’s has a captivating story that reflects the passion and determination of its owner, Ting Xiao Guo, and her husband, Jason Xu. Hailing from Anhui province in China, Ting and Jason met during the university days in Hebei province. Ting, an interior design student, and Jason, now an architect, embarked on a journey to Seattle, driven by the love for authentic Chinese cuisine. However, the quest for genuine flavors led to a fruitless search. Undeterred, Ting stumbled upon a humble strip-mall location on Greenwood at 145th, where Ting envisioned the birth of Little Ting’s.
In the pursuit of authenticity, Jason sketched the cheerful dumpling logo and the whimsical aliens-with-dumplings artwork adorning the dining room. Ting’s dedication to perfecting her dumpling-making skills led her father-in-law to travel to Seattle to impart his wisdom. Initially, Ting’s slow pace posed a challenge, but with the unwavering support of her friends, who assisted with cleaning the space, procuring supplies, and even waiting tables, Little Ting’s began to take shape.
In January 2015, Ting’s friends became her first customers, and they eagerly spread the word among their acquaintances. Little Ting’s emerged as a place where friends and community converged to celebrate the flavors of authentic Chinese cuisine. Ting’s story embodies the spirit of perseverance, friendship, and the pursuit of culinary excellence. It is a testament to her unwavering determination to bring a slice of authentic China to Seattle’s dining landscape, one delicious dumpling at a time.
Authentic Chinese Flavors
At the heart of Little Ting’s lies a vision driven by the profound love for authentic Chinese cuisine and a desire to share its rich flavors with the vibrant community of Seattle, Washington. Ting Xiao Guo’s vision for her restaurant is to create a cultural haven, where diners can embark on a gastronomic journey that transports them to the bustling streets of China. Embracing the essence of tradition while infusing a touch of modernity, Little Ting’s seeks to celebrate the artistry of dumpling-making and the culinary heritage of North China.
Ting’s passion for perfection drives her to deliver an unparalleled dining experience, where every dumpling is a masterpiece of flavors, meticulously crafted to evoke a sense of nostalgia and delight. With an inviting ambiance that exudes warmth and hospitality, Little Ting’s envisions a space that fosters a sense of community, where friends and family converge to revel in the joys of authentic Chinese cuisine.
Little Ting’s Mission
The mission is to ignite a culinary journey that celebrates the rich tapestry of Chinese flavors and culture while fostering a warm and inviting space that welcomes diners from all walks of life. Driven by an unwavering passion for authenticity, the restaurant’s mission is to craft each dumpling with utmost care and dedication, ensuring that every bite embodies the essence of traditional Chinese cuisine. Little Ting’s aspires to be a cultural ambassador, transporting guests to the vibrant streets of China through the art of dumpling-making and the harmonious fusion of tradition and modernity.
With a commitment to delivering an unparalleled dining experience, the mission is to create an ambiance that resonates with warmth and hospitality, nurturing a sense of community where friends and family can savor the joys of shared meals. Embracing the legacy of North China, Little Ting’s aims to instill a sense of nostalgia and delight in every guest, inviting them to experience the beauty and complexity of Chinese flavors in a culinary haven that leaves a lasting impression in the hearts.