Jonathan Deutsch

Professor and Director, Drexel Food Lab

Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, is a professor at Drexel University with expertise in Food and Hospitality Management and Nutrition Sciences. He founded the Drexel Food Lab, which focuses on culinary innovation and addressing food system challenges. Deutsch has been recognized as a Food Waste Warrior by Foodtank and was the James Beard Foundation Impact Fellow, emphasizing food waste reduction. He has authored eight books on food and culture and is a classically trained chef with a background in food product development and restaurant management.