Glass jar filled with walnut pesto
Nutrition

Virtual Event – In the Kitchen with Stephanie: When Food Doesn’t Taste the Same

Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM Eastern Time

Duration: 30 minutes

Presenter: Stephanie Meyers, Registered Dietitian and Licensed Nutritionist, Senior Oncology Clinical Dietitian


 

Chemotherapy and radiation can change how food tastes, sometimes making meals bland, metallic, or simply unappealing. When eating feels harder, getting the nourishment your body needs can feel harder too.

Join Iris oncology dietitian Stephanie Meyers for a live cooking demo focused on practical ways to bring flavor back to your plate.

In this session, you’ll learn:

  • Why taste changes happen during treatment

  • How to use herbs, spices, citrus, and broths to enhance flavor

  • Simple adjustments that can make meals more enjoyable

  • Strategies for balancing flavors without overwhelming sensitive taste buds

Stephanie will demo a vibrant Kale Pesto with Walnuts, a flexible recipe you can use on pasta, sandwiches, proteins, or as a dip. She’ll also share easy variations, including dairy-free swaps and ways to adjust texture and intensity based on your preferences.

If food hasn’t tasted the way it used to, you’re not alone. Join us for practical guidance, a simple recipe, and the opportunity to ask questions live.

Register to attend and receive access to the on-demand recording after the event.

Stephanie Meyers, MS, RD, LDN

Registered Dietitian and Licensed Nutritionist

Iris Oncology

Stephanie Meyers is a Senior Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist at Iris Oncology with 25 years of experience delivering compassionate and evidence-based nutrition care to those affected by cancer. She’s the former Nutrition Manager at The Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston and presents seminars worldwide on mindful eating, family nutrition, and cancer survivorship. Stephanie is also the author of, End the Mealtime Meltdown: Using The Table Talk Method to Free Your Family From Daily Food Struggles and Picky Eating and the founder of Families Eating Well, a nutrition practice helping parents coach healthy eating skills in kids.