Workshops for Organizations
Supportive food education for patients, families, and care communities
GOTZO offers practical, evidence-informed food education workshops designed for hospitals, cancer centers, support programs, and community organizations.
Each workshop focuses on helping participants navigate changes in eating with comfort, dignity, and realistic everyday strategies.
Workshops are led by Lina, a private chef with experience conducting hands-on cooking demonstrations focused on supportive eating during cancer care at the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge and Mount Sinai Tisch Cancer Center in New York.
Workshop Options
Gentle Eating Workshop
Cooking for Comfort & Ease
A practical, hands-on workshop focused on making meals easier to eat while maintaining enjoyment and dignity.
Topics may include:
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Gentle texture and moisture adjustments
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Easy-to-eat and comfort-focused meal ideas
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Flavor support using dashi, umami, and seasonal ingredients
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Supporting appetite and eating changes during cancer care
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Practical cooking demonstrations and Q&A
Workshops can be adapted based on participant needs, care settings, and comfort levels around eating.
Sample Workshop Themes:
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Comfort-focused Japanese home cooking
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Vegetable-forward meals during treatment
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Easy-to-eat meal adaptations
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Dashi and umami for flavor support
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Supportive cooking for caregivers and families
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Gentle texture-conscious meal ideas
WHO THIS IS FOR
This workshop is designed for:
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Cancer centers
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Hospitals
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Patient support programs
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Caregiver groups
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Community health organizations
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Wellness and survivorship programs
Format
Duration: 60–90 minutes
Format: In-person or virtual
Includes: Educational talk, cooking demonstration, and Q&A
Available for: Patients, caregivers, staff, or community groups
What a Session Looks Like
Each session includes a short educational introduction, followed by a live cooking demonstration and an interactive Q&A.
What Participants Gain
Participants will leave with practical ideas and greater confidence in preparing meals that are easier to eat, more comfortable, and still enjoyable during cancer care. Workshops emphasize not only nourishment and ease, but also enjoyment, comfort, and the social experience of eating.
Important Note
GOTZO provides food education and cooking-based support. Workshops are not a substitute for medical nutrition therapy or individualized care from a registered dietitian or healthcare provider.
Professional Background
Lina is currently pursuing academic training in nutrition and end-of-life studies, with a focus on supportive oncology food education.
Her work centers on food-related decision-making during serious illness, including symptom-related eating challenges, caregiver support, and cultural considerations.
She has also led cooking demonstrations and workshops at the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge and the Mount Sinai Tisch Cancer Center in New York.
Request a Workshop
Interested in bringing a GOTZO workshop to your organization?
Tell us about your audience, setting, and goals, and we’ll tailor a workshop to fit your program.