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Our founders

Sandy and David bonded over a shared passion for food and the idea for a new category of fresh dumplings in the UK, with a wider range of textures and flavours available to cook with ease at home. Thus Love Sum was born, inspired by the dumpling and its historic evolution along the Silk Roads; the original fusion food that is interpreted and re-interpreted by every culture it reaches. 

Headshot of Sandy Tang, our Love Sum co-founder and MasterChef finalist. Sandy spent half of her life in Asia and half in the UK, embracing both Eastern and Western ideas and techniques.

Sandy Tang

Sandy is a chef and recipe developer, who cooked her way to the MasterChef finals in 2020. Born in the former Portuguese colony of Macau, where she lived until age 13, Sandy grew up surrounded by a unique fusion of cultures. 

Having spent half her life in Asia and half in the UK, she feels comfortable embracing both Eastern and Western ideas and techniques when working in the kitchen, producing innovative culinary concepts that are still grounded in tradition. 

Headshot of David Solomon, our Love Sum co-founder, who has travelled to India, Nepal, China, and Southeast Asia, and wants to make fresh, homemade dumplings more accessible in the UK.

David Solomon

David first travelled to India, Nepal, China, and Southeast Asia in 1991, and over the next three decades, his work and love for the region have taken him back over 40 times. With family spread over the world, making Eurasian dumplings according to recipes passed down through 4 generations has become a regular family activity and a way of connecting – hence the desire to make fresh, homemade dumplings more accessible in the UK.

Our Prawn Hargow presented on a white plate drizzled in soy sauce, with co-founder and MasterChef finalist Sandy tang picking a dumpling up with chopsticks and a spoon of soy sauce.

Made in London

Our recipes were first developed by our founder Sandy in her home kitchen. As the business grew and for us to maintain good quality, we moved into the current kitchen in Park Royal, West London back in 2021. All our dumplings are now produced by a team of dumpling experts who are chosen for their experience in food production and passion in producing good food.

Journey of how to cook dumplings

Sandy’s experience of cooking dumplings has led to the way we cook Love Sum e.g. steam & pan-fry. Every dumpling is unique. Some are more suited to pan-frying with a crispy finish, while others are just as delicious when steamed on their own. This is also why we love dumplings so much, the cooking method depends on your mood and what you are craving. Along with a dipping sauce of your choice, you can transform them into dishes that perfectly suit any occasion

Stay inspired

Skip the sandwich and treat yourself to something actually satisfying 🥟

Our Dumplings are your WFH lunch hero - quick, delicious, and ready in under 15 minutes 🤩

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Hot & Sweet Gochujang Coleslaw 🔥

A bold, fusion-inspired twist on a classic - crunchy, fresh coleslaw meets the sweet heat of Korean gochujang. A side dish that’s as dynamic and flavourful as modern cooking itself 🌶️

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This Dumpling Pasta Salad brings the heat, the crunch, and a creamy satay twist you didn’t know you needed 🥜

Find our Chicken & Kimchi Mandu on @ocadouk 🛒

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Hoisin Duck Dumplings = Date Night Done Right 🥟

Share Dumplings with sum one you love so you can spend less time cooking and more time enjoying what really matters 💙

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Crispy, comforting, and full of flavour 🍛

Katsu Curry meets Dumplings in this ultimate fusion dish - golden sauce, tender bites, and pure satisfaction in every spoonful 🥟

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Take your Dumplings to the next level with this creamy Peanut Dipping Sauce - packed with bold flavours that keep every bite exciting 🥟

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Crispy rice, fresh greens, and golden Dumplings 🥗

This vibrant salad brings crunch, colour, and bold flavour to every bite - a lighter way to enjoy your Dumplings 🌟

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Around the world in one bite 🌍

Our Dumpling Flight is inspired by flavours from Korea to Italy to Japan (and beyond). Which country’s combo are you picking first? 🥟

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With summer winding down, soak up those last sunny days by hosting the perfect get-together with our delicious Dumplings! ☀️

Available now at @boothscounty near you 🥟

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Dumplings 2 ways 🥟

Which are you creating first... our Butter Chicken Dumplings or Spicy Margarita pasta 🍸

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This curried coconut broth wraps around tender rice noodles, vibrant greens, and just the right amount of heat 🌶️

It’s a 20-minute escape - rich, comforting, and low-effort luxury in a bowl 🌟

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Halloumi + Dumplings = a match made in flavour heaven 🥟

This salad is fresh, crispy, and seriously 10/10 - a must-make before summer says goodbye ☀️

Recipen details:

Salad -
Shredded spinach
Shredded cabbage
Diced baby plum tomatoes
Diced cucumber
Chopped parsley
Pomegranate seeds
Chopped spring onions

Dressing -
1 tbsp sweet soy sauce
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp red wine vinegar
Salt and pepper
2 tbsp water

Airfry the Chcken & Kimchi Mandu Dumplings and halloumi cubes for 8-10 minutes until browned and crisp.
Mix the salad ingredients together in a large bowl.
Mix the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl or jar and mix well.
Toss the Dumplings and halloumi through the salad with the dressing!

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You asked, we delivered 🥟

Here’s our Cold Dumpling Soup - everything you need for a summer refresh. Perfect for those warm days when cooking feels like too much 🌟

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This one’s got serious main character energy 😋

We teamed up with @urbannoodle and @hokanbowls to bring you this tasty Yaki Udon stir-fry recipe, topped with our Prawn Hargow Dumplings 🥟

Comment below for the recipe 👇

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Perfectly moreish and full of flavour – our Dumplings only take 7 minutes to whip up 🌟

But let’s be honest... it’s really just an excuse to eat more Dumplings 🥟

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Ever wondered what makes up a Dumpling? From the wrapper to the filling, here’s a simple breakdown of the basics 🥟

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We’ve loved seeing so many of you stopping by to try our Dumplings and sharing the good vibes 🥟

You can find us at @eat17stores - come grab a pack and taste the love! 🧡

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Upgrade your ramen game 🍜

Drop in our juicy Prawn Hargow Dumplings for the ultimate bowl glow-up - rich, steamy, and seriously tasty 🥟

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