Deniz Ataman

Deniz Ataman

Deputy Editor – North America

Deniz Ataman is the deputy editor of FoodNavigator-USA. With over a decade of experience in multi-media journalism, Deniz worked across different industries including food, beverage, flavor, fragrance, cannabis and music. She holds a BA in psychology from the University of Virginia.

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How pantry staples are seeing a glow up

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How pantry staples are seeing a glow up

By Deniz Ataman

While the products differ, food and beverage founders are encouraging consumers to rethink what pantry staples can do

Bone broth breaks out of the soup bowl

Summer Fancy Food Show 2026

Bone broth breaks out of the soup bowl

By Deniz Ataman

Bone broth’s versatility across beverage formats reveals there’s more to it than a functional, savory drink

What’s driving the protein surge?

Summer Fancy Food Show 2026

What’s driving the protein surge?

By Deniz Ataman

Consumers are cutting sugar with confidence and chasing protein with confusion, while generational divides over where protein belongs are reshaping the trend

How CPGS are rewriting ‘better-for-you’

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How CPGS are rewriting ‘better-for-you’

By Deniz Ataman

Cleaning up labels is no longer enough – value-driven consumers are forcing the industry to rethink the balance of price, health and convenience