A seasoned Food Engineer and International Business Specialist with over 26 years of hands
on experience across production, sales, marketing, and consulting in the food industry. Began
my career in production, serving as a Food Engineer, Production Manager, and Operations
Manager for 10 years before transitioning to sales and marketing. Following the completion of
my MSc in International Business, I combined both disciplines to specialize in product
development, recipe formulation, brand creation, and market positioning.
My expertise spans functional foods, sugar-free and gluten-free products, and the adaptation of
traditional recipes for industrial-scale production. I have led domestic and international sales
and marketing operations, coordinated franchise development initiatives, and participated in
major global food trade fairs as both an exhibitor and visitor. I have conducted in-depth
statistical analyses covering market entry strategies, distribution network planning, franchise
and dealership frameworks, and demographic market assessments.
FriendlyGlutenFree is an independent content platform dedicated to exploring gluten-free living from both a scientific and practical perspective. This platform was founded with the goal of transforming academic and professional expertise in food engineering into accessible, actionable knowledge for everyday life.
ALI KUCUKSAHAL
While gluten-free living has gained significant attention in recent years, the majority of available online content lacks a solid scientific foundation or remains rooted in purely personal experience. As a food engineer, our mission is to bridge this gap — providing readers with truly reliable and practical guidance they can trust.
Living gluten-free is not a restriction — with the right knowledge, it becomes a conscious and empowering choice.
Gluten chemistry, celiac disease, and current research on gluten sensitivity
Label reading, kitchen organization, and preventing cross-contamination
Nutritious, delicious, and easy-to-follow gluten-free recipes
Whether you have been diagnosed with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, are just beginning your gluten-free journey, are curious about healthy eating, or are a fellow food professional — FriendlyGlutenFree welcomes everyone.
Friendly Gluten Free is a health-focused blog made for anyone who wants to eat better and feel good — without the stress of strict rules or confusing advice.
Have a question, suggestion, or collaboration request? We would love to hear from you. Every message is read carefully and responded to as soon as possible.
