「灣仔碼頭」水餃是香港家喻戶曉的速凍食品品牌，其創辦人臧姑娘（臧健和）從一個草根女性憑藉家鄉味打天下，發展出全港最知名的水餃品牌之一。這個品牌的興起不僅是一段商業傳奇，更反映出香港小人物拼搏精神的縮影。近年中國大陸推出以其故事為藍本的傳記電影《灣仔碼頭》，也讓更多人重新關注這段溫情又勵志的真實歷史。

臧健和原籍中國山東，育有兩女，因為公公去世後與泰國華僑丈夫返回泰國，才知先生在當地已經再娶妻子。途中因無盤纏而留在香港。因不會說廣東話，只能做洗碗工跟清潔員的工作，因過勞而腰骨受傷。朋友來家中探視後，對她煮的餃子讚不絕口，因此萌生創業的念頭。

作為單親母親，她最初在香港灣仔碼頭一帶以推車擺賣手工包餃子為生，憑藉著手藝與真材實料，逐漸吸引不少本地人與移民顧客的支持。當時她製作的餃子以皮薄餡靚、口感紮實著稱，不僅味道道地，而且用料實在，例如鮮蝦豬肉餃、韭菜豬肉餃等都是最初的招牌口味。

隨著客人不斷增加，臧健和在1980年代註冊成立「灣仔碼頭」品牌，並開始工廠化生產餃子產品。她堅持選料講究，並維持手工餃子的口感品質，使灣仔碼頭在冷凍水餃市場迅速打響名堂。品牌後來進一步拓展到各大超市及便利店，銷售範圍也從香港拓展至中國內地、台灣，甚至出口到海外。1997年，她將「灣仔碼頭」大部分股權出售給國際食品巨頭通用磨坊（General Mills），但仍保留產品監督角色，確保品牌理念與品質延續至今。

在創業成功的同時，臧健和也成為知名慈善家，積極投身教育、醫療等公益事業，特別關注基層兒童的發展。她的故事被認為是香港草根精神與女性力量的最佳代表之一。

電影《水餃皇后》於2024年底在中國內地開拍，2025年上映，由知名導演與實力派演員合作演出。影片以臧健和的真實經歷為主線，從她在動盪時代流離失所的背景出發，描述她如何在異地艱難求生、靠雙手創立水餃王國的歷程。電影不只是講述創業成功，更著重人情味與堅持初衷的價值，引發不少觀眾共鳴。

市場方面，灣仔碼頭至今仍是香港與中國冷凍食品市場的主力品牌之一。在競爭激烈的冷凍水餃領域中，以穩定的品質、品牌信任與多樣化口味維持優勢。無論是老一輩講求「媽媽的味道」，還是年輕一代追求方便與健康，灣仔碼頭的產品依然在許多家庭餐桌上佔有一席之地。

總結來說，「灣仔碼頭」不僅是冷凍水餃品牌的名字，背後更是隱藏一段真實而動人的香港草根奮鬥史。臧健和的故事以及品牌本身，象徵著從困境中開創希望的信念，也證明即使起步卑微，只要堅持品質與信念，也能成就一番不凡事業。

"Wanchai Ferry" dumplings are a well-known frozen food brand in Hong Kong. Its founder, Madam Chong (Kin-Wo Chong), rose from humble beginnings and built one of the city’s most recognized dumpling brands through the authentic flavors of her hometown. The brand’s rise is not only a commercial success story but also a reflection of Hong Kong’s grassroots spirit of perseverance. In recent years, mainland China has produced a biographical film based on her life titled Wanchai Ferry, which has reignited public interest in this heartwarming and inspirational real-life tale.

Originally from Shandong, China, Chong Kin-Wo had two daughters and followed her overseas Chinese husband to Thailand after her father-in-law passed away. However, upon arrival, she discovered that her husband had remarried there. Stranded with no money, she ended up staying in Hong Kong. Unable to speak Cantonese, she could only work as a dishwasher and cleaner, and overwork led to a spinal injury. One day, a visiting friend tasted her homemade dumplings and was deeply impressed, sparking her idea to start a business.

As a single mother, she began by selling handmade dumplings from a pushcart near the Wanchai Pier area. Her craftsmanship and use of high-quality ingredients quickly earned her a loyal customer base among both locals and immigrants. Her dumplings became known for their thin wrappers, flavorful fillings, and firm texture. Popular early flavors included shrimp and pork, as well as chive and pork dumplings—now considered her signature offerings.

As demand grew, she formally registered the "Wanchai Ferry" brand in the 1980s and began factory production of her dumplings. She maintained strict standards in ingredient selection and upheld the texture and quality of handmade dumplings, which quickly established the brand’s reputation in the frozen dumpling market. Wanchai Ferry products expanded into supermarkets and convenience stores, reaching beyond Hong Kong to mainland China, Taiwan, and even overseas markets. In 1997, she sold the majority stake in Wanchai Ferry to international food giant General Mills but retained a supervisory role to ensure the brand’s original values and quality continued.

Beyond business success, Chong Kin-Wo became a respected philanthropist, actively supporting education, healthcare, and especially programs aimed at helping underprivileged children. Her story is seen as one of the best representations of Hong Kong’s grassroots resilience and the power of female entrepreneurship.

The film The Dumpling Queen began production in mainland China at the end of 2024 and was released in 2025. Directed by a renowned filmmaker and featuring a strong cast, the movie traces Chong Kin-Wo’s real-life journey—from her turbulent beginnings to her struggles for survival in a foreign land, and finally to her establishment of a dumpling empire. More than just a business success story, the film highlights human warmth and the importance of staying true to one's values, resonating with many viewers.

Today, Wanchai Ferry remains a major player in the frozen food market in both Hong Kong and mainland China. Despite fierce competition in the frozen dumpling industry, it continues to hold a leading position thanks to consistent quality, brand trust, and a wide variety of flavors. Whether it’s older generations seeking the taste of “mom’s cooking” or younger consumers looking for convenience and health-conscious choices, Wanchai Ferry products continue to be a staple at family dining tables.

In conclusion, "Wanchai Ferry" is more than just a frozen dumpling brand—it represents a poignant and true story of grassroots struggle in Hong Kong. Madam Chong Kin-Wo's journey and the brand itself symbolize hope born from adversity, proving that with commitment to quality and belief in one's mission, even the humblest beginnings can lead to extraordinary success.

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