1987
Deli Star is founded by Dr. Dan Siegel to provide the world with the safest protein in the industry.
1989
Deli Star moves to former Joe’s Meat Market with a total of 15,000 sqft.
1994
Deli Star develops turkey breast, ham, roast beef, and chicken for sandwich makers.
2002
Dan and Justin Siegel form subsidiary IRAD inc. to post pasteurize raw meat
2003
Justin Siegel joins full-time to help drive business development for deli meats and vacuum packaging technology.
2008
Deli Star undergoes steam post-pasteurization (SPP) expansion upgrading the facility to 45,000 sq.ft.
2010
Deli Star expands the facility by 18,000 sq.ft. by adding a large storage warehouse.
2010
Deli Star acquires Gaucho Foods.
2011
Deli Star plant expands to 65,000 sq.ft.
2012
Dr. Dan Siegel invents and patents Fresh Case technology and is awarded the Diamond Dupont Award.
2014
Dr. Dan Siegel & Justin Siegel receive Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year
2016
Deli Star opens the door of the St. Louis Innovation Center (SLIC)
2017
Deli Star celebrates 30th anniversary with Fayefest Food and Music Festival.
2017
Simple Promise® brand is introduced offering clean label, seared and sous-vide meats
2018
Deli Star acquires sister company King’s Foods to expand sauce capabilities.
2019
The Star expands USDA Facility to 70,000 sq.ft. to efficiently sear and sous-vide proteins and add smoking capabilities, preparing for the future of food.