Dazi Pai
Time-Honored BrandDazi Pai · Hunan · Founded
Dazi Pai, a time-honored brand from Hunan, carries forward Huxiang culture through traditional craftsmanship. With a history dating back to the late Qing Dynasty, it is renowned for its authentic sauces, pickled peppers, and pastries, embodying the region's bold flavors and artisanal spirit.
Brand Story
Dazi Pai traces its origins to Hunan Province, with its founding date not officially verified but believed to date back to the mid-to-late Qing Dynasty (around 1800 AD) according to local historical records. The brand name 'Dazi' means 'reaching all directions,' reflecting the enterprising spirit and integrity of Hunan merchants. Starting as a family workshop, Dazi Pai focused on traditional food and handicrafts, gaining local fame through unique recipes and exquisite skills. The founder (to be verified) and descendants upheld ancestral teachings, prioritizing quality to sustain the brand. Through wars and social changes, Dazi Pai maintained reverence for traditional techniques, becoming a microcosm of Huxiang culture. It is not just a commercial brand but a carrier of local customs and craftsmanship, witnessing Hunan's social and commercial evolution.
“Reaching all, flavoring every home”
Signature Products
Made from local ma ducks, traditionally cured and air-dried, firm in texture with a savory and spicy flavor. (50-100 RMB)
Fresh red chilies hand-chopped and fermented to a perfect level, delivering a fresh, spicy kick—an essential condiment for Hunan cuisine. (20-40 RMB)
Crafted from glutinous rice and sesame, steamed following ancient methods, soft and sweet, evoking childhood memories. (30-60 RMB)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Hunan（湖南）
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Cultural Note
Dazi Pai's techniques are predominantly handmade, emphasizing natural ingredients and time-honored processes. For instance, its sauce duck undergoes multiple steps, and chopped chili relies on controlled fermentation. These methods reflect the 'spicy, fresh, and aromatic' characteristics of Huxiang cuisine and folk wisdom in food preservation. The brand insists on small-batch production to preserve traditional flavors, serving as a living inheritance of local intangible cultural heritage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "China Time-Honored Brand" (中华老字号)?
A China Time-Honored Brand is a designation by China’s Ministry of Commerce for brands with a long history that inherit products, craftsmanship or services across generations and have operated continuously to the present.
When was Dazi Pai founded?
Dazi Pai was founded in null, originating in Hunan, Hunan, primarily in the Other field.
What is the signature product of Dazi Pai?
Its signature product is Dazi Pai Classic Sauce Duck. See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
Where can I find the official list of China Time-Honored Brands?
You can log into the MOFCOM "China Time-Honored Brand Information Management System", or browse this site’s brand directory — we have profiled 1,451 time-honored brands.
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