Culture + Story

a journey through taste

In 1977, the area south of Manhattan’s Houston Street was still largely an industrial district, filled with warehouses and small manufacturing companies rather than the vibrant neighborhood it would later become. In the middle of this setting, at 121 Prince Street near the corner of Greene, two men were preparing to open something entirely different.

a vision for a food experience

Georgio DeLuca, a former school teacher turned cheese merchant, and Joel Dean, a business manager at Simon & Schuster, shared a vision of creating a space dedicated to food, not just for shopping, but as an experience. They wanted to build a place that celebrated cooking, eating, and the simple pleasures of good ingredients.

Mission

curating global food discovery

Our mission is to lead the marketplace in the exploration, discovery, and celebration of food from around the world through intelligent and tasteful merchandising. We are committed to offering a wide selection of food and food-related items, ranging from the everyday to the exceptional, thoughtfully curated to inspire curiosity and appreciation for culinary diversity.

Vision

defining excellence in global gourmet retail

Our vision is to become the preeminent purveyor of food and food-related items worldwide, with strong international brand recognition and a reputation for excellence in retail. We aim to set the standard for culinary taste, discovery, and quality, shaping how people experience and value food in the global marketplace.

Career

join our team

We are always looking for passionate, driven individuals who share a love for food, quality, and meaningful customer experiences. Joining our team means becoming part of a culture that values excellence, creativity, and continuous growth. We believe in supporting our people with opportunities to learn, develop, and thrive in an environment where every role contributes to a shared standard of care and craftsmanship.

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Shaping Future of Culinary

a hands-on pastry training program built for aspiring chefs and bakers.

Dean & Deluca is launching a TESDA-accredited Bread and Pastry Production NC II course aimed at developing aspiring bakers and pastry chefs through professional, hands-on training. The program offers immersive learning in a real kitchen environment, guided by experienced chefs and pastry experts, and covers both foundational and advanced baking techniques. Designed to prepare students for careers in the culinary and hospitality industries, the course reflects the brand’s commitment to cultivating talent and supporting community growth through quality education in the culinary arts.

Farm to Table

fresh, local, and sustainably sourced ingredients in every dish.

At Dean & Deluca, our Farm to Table approach reflects a commitment to quality, sustainability, and community. We source ingredients directly from our own farm and trusted local partners to ensure every dish is made with the freshest produce and responsibly grown ingredients.

This philosophy supports local agriculture, reduces environmental impact, and celebrates seasonal variety through thoughtfully crafted menus. With transparency and care at the core, we aim to deliver food that is not only delicious and nutritious, but also rooted in a deeper respect for nature and the people who cultivate it.

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