February 27, 2026: Cooking Up Fresh! Recipes and Tips for Gastric Cancer Wellness
Presenters:
- Chef Zach – Winner of Chef Ramsay’s Best Culinary Student of Baltimore
- Mary-Eve Brown, RD, LDN – Clinical Oncology Dietitian Specialist, Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center
- Special Guest: Jessica Alcantar – Former Caregiver and Debbie’s Dream Foundation Programs & Events Coordinator
Presented in proud partnership with HelloFresh, this installment of Cooking Up Fresh! Recipes and Tips for Gastric Cancer Wellness brought together Chef Zach and oncology dietitian Mary-Eve Brown, RD, LDN, for an interactive cooking demonstration featuring stomach cancer-friendly recipes thoughtfully adapted to support the unique nutritional needs of patients. Participants had the opportunity to cook along using preselected HelloFresh meal kits while learning practical strategies for preparing nourishing, flavorful meals at home.
Joining the program was Jessica Alcantar, Debbie’s Dream Manager of Programs & Events and caregiver to her mother during her stomach cancer journey. Drawing on both her personal and professional experiences, Jessica shared meaningful insights into nutrition, caregiving, and supporting a loved one through treatment. Together, the presenters offered practical cooking techniques, evidence-based nutrition guidance, and real-world perspectives to help patients and caregivers navigate life with stomach cancer.
